How Do You Repair A Broken PVC Pipe Joint?
To the uninitiated, repairing a broken PVC pipe can be a daunting task. However, most PVC pipes can be repaired quite easily, even if there is little room to work. Repairing PVC pipe can be accomplished by almost anyone due to the fact that PVC joints and couplings are typically solvent joints. PVC pipe material and fittings are glued together with primer and PVC solvent to form many types of piping systems including irrigation, electrical and potable water-piping systems. A broken piece of PVC plumbing piping can be repaired in just a few steps with a repair coupling and PVC solvent. Turn off the water supply and clean the work area. The broken pipe should be clean and dry. Cut out the section of the broken pipe, leaving a gap between two squarely cut ends of piping. Use a hacksaw or a PVC cutting tool to cut the pipe. Remove any shavings or burrs left behind by the cutting process. You should remove at least 12 inches of pipe to ease the replacement. Cut a piece of new PVC piping to
