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Leaking sewer downpipe

  • 25-05-2017 7:30pm
    #1
    The Bishop Basher
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,279 ✭✭✭


    Hi,

    Would be really grateful if someone could give me a pointer on this..

    The down pipe has been leaking for a little while and i'm concerned that the constant leak will eventually affect the foundation.

    I've ruled out a blockage further down the pipe and the bottom half of the joint can be moved so i assume there's no seal..

    Problem is I can't seem to remove the joint. There's very little give in the pipe and bar a bit of a rattle the joint won't move up or down.

    Is there a knack to this or is it just brute force ? At least if i could get it off I could inspect it and figure out whether I need a new join or just refit with sealant..

    So any tricks of the trade for removing this bad boy..

    Pic attached..

    Many thanks..

    [IMG][/img]Downpipe_zpsjg0oqfen.jpg


Comments

  • #2
    K.Flyer
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,565 ✭✭✭K.Flyer


    There is every chance its a repair collar (slip collar) that was not positioned correctly.
    Get a block of wood 2" x 2" and a heavy hammer and try to get it to move downwards about 2 inches but no more (mark the pipe first).
    Work your way evenly around the collar if it starts to move with sharp taps.
    If it does move, dry it off and check for leaks.
    If there is no movement the process is going to be a bit trickier and you may need to call in a plumber.


  • #3
    the_pen_turner
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,598 ✭✭✭the_pen_turner


    the bottom pipe looks new and the collar is really old.
    I would cut off the collar with a grinder,
    get a repair collar and slip it up onto the pipe all the way then tap it down onto the bottom pipe.
    file any Sharpe edges to make it easier.
    use plenty of lubricant. washing up liquid will work if you don't want to buy the proper lub


  • #4
    The Bishop Basher
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,279 ✭✭✭The Bishop Basher


    K.Flyer wrote: »
    There is every chance its a repair collar (slip collar) that was not positioned correctly.

    You sir are a genius :D

    It moved about an inch and stopped leaking. There was a tiny trickle from the joint above but it's dry on each end now so i'm going to put some sealant on and leave well enough alone..

    Thanks for your help.. Much appreciated..
    the_pen_turner wrote: »
    I would cut off the collar with a grinder

    Cheers..

    That was probably going to be plan B.. :D


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