Replacement of sewer pipe in the apartment

Preparations

during prolonged use any designs wear and become useless.reasons of failure of the sewage system a lot - for example, exposure to chemical detergents, hot water, and all kinds of rubbish, which forms blockages.When minor repairs are no longer able to provide performance drainage - it requires complete replacement.Subject to certain rules to perform the installation is not difficult:

• provide advance slope sewer pipe.To do so, designate the installation location, the height of the communications, as well as the location of all its affiliated appliances;
• not allow depressurization joints, as this can lead to water leakage and odor;
• pipe installation is made in such a way that they were hidden as much as possible in the built-in furniture or appliances;
• available, you must have a sufficient number of fasteners and tools needed.

to recite before the dismantling of the old sewer construction, it is necessary to carefully plan and calculate the number of necessary materials, tools and accessories items.It is also necessary: ​​

• draw a detailed drawing of the location of the weir;
• purchase the required diameter of the pipe (in the calculation of square footage of pipes to make purchases with a reserve);
• ensure the presence of fittings and other consumables (O-rings, tees, fixing collars, etc.)
• think through in advance the number of additional branches plum, corresponding to the number of connected appliances.

dismantling the sewer system

Replacement of sewer pipe in the apartment begins with the dismantling of obsolete systems.Getting started, be sure to shut off the hot and cold water and turn off all connected appliances.

trim unnecessary pipes grinder or a hacksaw at a right angle and at a distance from the tee at least 30 cm. The edges of the plastic pipes stripped of burrs with sandpaper or a sharp knife.And only after that you can install the new design.

Installation of sewer pipes

To ensure smooth disposal and drains to prevent clogging of the pipes, it is necessary to provide a bias construction of approximately 1 cm per meter of pipe.Of great importance is the size of polymer products, because the diameter depends on the amount and specificity of waste liquids.For example, a pipe attached to the sink will be larger caliber than the dishwasher.

Connection joints between them takes place by means of adapters, all the parts must be absolutely clean and free of nicks.If everything is done correctly and consistently, the installation process itself takes no more than 3-4 hours.

tight connection is ensured by rubber seals included in the fittings.For a better fit and fix, gaskets lubricated by special means, which can be purchased in the store.

Features laying

aesthetic design paved communications can be attributed to features.That is why everyone is trying to mount the pipe in such a way as to be as inconspicuous as possible in appearance.This can be done by hiding them for built-in appliances, floor or wall.

If you follow all the necessary recommendations to the result is long-lasting and functional sewerage system.