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    Aug 13, 2009, 06:57 AM
    Repairing hole in pvc pressure pipe
    I've got a 1 1/2" pipe which has a 1/4" hole one side through. Is there a simple 1/4" plug I could use, or do I have to cut out pipe and use a coupling? It is a high pressure (swimming pool) pipe.
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    Aug 13, 2009, 07:02 AM

    If it has pressure behind it, I would cut that part out, and put 2 couplings, and a replacement piece on.

    I have tried many time just drainage pipes, and nothing seems to work the best, except replace that section.
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    Aug 13, 2009, 07:11 AM

    I agree with AK. Best to replace bad section of pipe.

    Chuck
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    Aug 13, 2009, 07:23 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by Vjax View Post
    I've got a 1 1/2" pipe which has a 1/4" hole one side through. Is there a simple 1/4" plug I could use, or do I have to cut out pipe and use a coupling? It is a high pressure (swimming pool) pipe.
    PVC is tough. How did you manage to get a 1/4" hole through it?
    Another simpler way to patch the hole is with a dresser coupling,( see image).
    Simply make a cut over the hole and slip the dresser coupling on the pipe and tighten the compression nuts. I have had a dresser coupling on my pressure sprinkler line for years with no leaks. Good luck, Tom
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    Aug 13, 2009, 07:27 AM
    My thoughts were to just to do as you said... guess I was hoping for some easier plug solution. Not that it takes any significant time to simply cut out and install these sections, but... ah, laziness...


    A dresser coupling... never used it. Looks simple enough. Let me give that a run through the brain. Thanks guys!
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    Aug 13, 2009, 12:44 PM

    I agree with posts above: PVC is cheap and Home Owner friendly. Cut the section out and replace it.

    But if you don't feel comfortable replacing it, there is a clamp, called KwikClamp that is suitable for your situation. No cutting, no glue. Clean job. See the enclosed photo.

    However, if you have a 1/4" hole in your pressure pipe - any clamp you put over it is only a temporary solution. You should plan on repairing it the right way as soon as possible.
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    Aug 13, 2009, 12:57 PM
    Hey Vjax,
    Now you have a bunch of options, all of them good. Tom
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