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    dsdurkes Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Dec 17, 2006, 10:12 AM
    Bathtub leaking, trap is the problem
    We have a bathtub which leaks into the dining room ceiling every time it drains. A plumber told us to tighten the trap cover, which sort of works. However, the screw doesn't tighten well enough to stay put and gets loose.

    I can't remove the cover either as the screw just turns with no bite.

    This is a raised 2nd floor bathroom floor (about 6 inches) with a simple metal cover and a slotted screw holding it in place.

    Is this a common repair item? I'm fairly handy but don't want to start a fight I can't finish. Should I just prise off the cover and get a replacement? WHat am I likely to find underneath?

    Thanks much,

    Don
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    Dec 17, 2006, 11:48 AM
    You have a drum trap. If it's leaking out of the cover then you have two options. (1) tear up the floor and reconfigure the drain with a "P" trap noropen up the cover and get a gasket that fits the cover or form your own out of graphite packing. You might also try grouting the cover with silicon jel to make it waterproof. Good luck, Tom
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