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    Oct 29, 2008, 06:35 AM
    Repositioning of drain for basement shower
    I have 2 questions:

    1. I am remodeling my basement bathroom and plan to tile the shower area. I previously had a fiberglass shower stall with a step leading into the shower. My plan was to eliminate the step and after removing the fiberglass shower found that the drain coming out of the floor is not flush with the floor nor is it positioned in the middle of the shower. The original plumber ran a PVC connection across the floor to center the drain which also required a step to be installed since the drain was much higher than the floor. (See picture #1) As a do-it-your-selfer, is it fairly easy to break out the concrete around this pipe and reposition this drain line? What might I run into in regard to complications? Is a jackhammer the tool to use?

    2. In 2 of the attached pictures there are 2 drain pipes coming out of the concrete. One of these pipes that comes out connects to the other but doesn't go up into the house anywhere. What is the purpose of this pipe? (see photos 2 & 3)

    Thanks for your help and advice.

    Terry
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    Oct 29, 2008, 07:50 AM

    Photo 1: that's hook up for your new plumbing fixture. I just don't understand why he put it so high. You will have to break concrete and lower it.
    Photos 2, 3: the two 2" PVC pipes are vents. They are combined above siphon level and should continue all the way through the roof.

    However, you will still have a step (curb) going into shower. The curb is usually no less than 3" and more... Curb is needed for water proofing shower pan.
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    Oct 29, 2008, 11:14 AM
    Milo's Correct.
    To do it right you will have to take a cement saw and cut a 10 inch trench to where you wish your drain to go. Break out the cement with a sledge or jack hammer amnd cut out the old trap and raiser leaving a few inshes on the end. You may now use 45 degree ellbos to angle over to the new drain location. You may now tale a PVC coupling and glue the old trap and raiserin place. Don't forget to prime the pipe and fittings before you glue. Good luck, Tom
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    Oct 31, 2008, 07:00 AM

    The easiest and most quick would be to Google "showerbase". There are places to buy a custom, presloped showerbase that is ready to tile (RTT). Explain what you have to them and you'll get exactly what you need, drain & all, shipped to you without breaking up any concrete.
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    Oct 31, 2008, 07:29 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by ShowerGuru View Post
    The easiest and quickest would be to Google "showerbase". There are places to buy a custom, presloped showerbase that is ready to tile (RTT). Explain what you have to them and you'll get exactly what you need, drain & all, shipped to you without breaking up any concrete.
    "Custom" translates to "peicy" to me and after checking the prices on your web site I can see why you didn't steer them to your place, ( which isn't allowed any how as it's considdred advertising).
    WOW! Your custom bases run from $499 to $615 and if you want a threshold with that base tack on a extra $64 to $120. And that's just for the base, The custom tile enclosure comes extra.
    I can bust up a lot of cerment for that kind of bread.
    As I said. Pretty pricy for a basement shower. Regards, Tom
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