How Do You Repair A PVC Fitting?
Repairing a leaking PVC fitting will save you both time and money because you will not have to cut out and replace the fitting. To fix the PVC fitting, you can use quick-curing, plastic-based glue. The glue thickens as it hardens, and this determines when you apply the glue to a leaking or cracked PVC fitting. If you allow the glue to set long enough, it will turn into putty–similar to epoxy. Scuff the area you need to repair with the 200-grit sandpaper. Sand the surface of the PVC fitting until it no longer has a shine. Wipe the sanded area with a clean, dry rag to remove the sanding dust created during Step 1. Determine the length of the repair by measuring the crack with the tape measure. Refer to the packaging of the plastic glue to determine the amount of plastic glue required to repair the PVC fitting. Mix the components of the plastic glue per the manufacturer’s instructions. Mix enough plastic glue to cover an area 50 percent larger than the repair. Allow the plastic glue to t
