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    plange413 Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Aug 21, 2013, 02:26 PM
    Shower drain
    What is the code size for a shower drain. If mine Is 1.5" and was installed when the house was built 40 years ago do I have to put new pipes and drain before I can sell?
    Thank you
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    Aug 21, 2013, 02:49 PM
    Hi Plange

    Code has always called for a 2" drain pipe to go to a shower.

    However, if you have a pipe going to a shower that is 1.5" I am confident that if you don't say anything to anyone, either will any home inspectors... ;)

    You should be all set!

    Mark
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    Aug 21, 2013, 05:18 PM
    I agree with Mark. As long as the shower is draining fine, no inspector will catch the undersized drain. It will work just fine, and I don't believe you would be breaking any laws by not saying anything.
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