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    Jul 20, 2014, 08:36 AM
    Extending Water/Drain Upstairs
    Can I use the washing machine water supply and drain by extending one floor up (for a whirpool bath)?
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    Jul 20, 2014, 08:44 AM
    Hi Robert

    Hmmm...

    Are you eliminating the washing machine altogether? What size is the washer drain and vent (not dryer vent, the washer drain vent)? Let me know, OK?

    Mark
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    Jul 21, 2014, 05:27 AM
    Keeping the washer, just want to extend the service (water and drain) one floor above. The washer drain is 1 3/4" black PVC pipe.
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    Jul 21, 2014, 06:03 AM
    Yes you can, however you will have to run a vent for the tub. If you dob't want to run a new vent out the roof yiu may revent back to a existing vent in the attic uaing a inverted sanitary tee. Be Aware, that if both fixtures discharge at the same time that the old 1 1/2" drain line might be overloaded and back up. Good luck, Tom
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    Jul 22, 2014, 06:37 AM
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