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    Nov 11, 2008, 12:30 AM
    Bathtub overflow drain
    I'm replacing a tub that has no overflow drain. Does the UPC require that a tub have an overflow drain?

    Thanks!
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    Nov 11, 2008, 07:52 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by wilkat55 View Post
    I'm replacing a tub that has no overflow drain. Does the UPC require that a tub have an overflow drain?

    Thanks!
    I asked a California plumber and here's his answer,
    an overflow is not required on a bath tub per code. You can block off the overflow if you so desire but as a safety feature to prevent the tub from overflowing accidentally this is of course not a good idea.
    We have UPC plumbers on this page that might like to chime in. Milo, Mygirlsdad ? Where are you? Regards, Tom
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