How Do You Repair A PVC Drain?
Knowing how to repair a PVC drain pipe will save you money on an expensive plumbing repair bill. Most PVC drain pipes can be repaired by removing the damaged section and joining the pipe with a coupler. The average homeowner can make this repair within a couple of hours. Most hardware stores carry the replacement parts you need as well as the joining compound that secures PVC pipe joints. Use a hack saw to cut the damaged section of PVC pipe out. Remove as little of the pipe as possible at this time. You want to have a big enough piece to take with you to the hardware store but do not cut more than three inches of pipe. Use a putty knife or pocket knife to smooth out the burrs on the each cut end of pipe. This will make it easier to work with when installing the PVC pipe coupling. Purchase a PVC sleeve coupling to fit your drain pipe. Insert the piece of pipe you have into the sleeve to make sure it’s a tight fit. Use fine grit sandpaper to clean the outside edge of the drain pipe. Be
