Connection to Boss Pipe Leaking

[joben1]

Hi all, hoping you can help me.

I have a leak where the bath waste pipe connects to the boss pipe. Not sure if its a push fit or pipe weld type. In the pic, it's the lower of the 2 pipes coming from the left. What's the best solution for this please? I'd best tell you that I'm not particularly good at DIY, but am a tryer.

 

[ShaunCorbs]

Is there a fitting in there or is it just pushed in ?

 

[joben1]

Is there a fitting in there or is it just pushed in ?

I'm not sure. A bit wary of pulling at it. I was hoping that someone on here would know if it was a push fit type from the pic, and recommend a course of action.

 

[ShaunCorbs]

You should be able to see if there’s a fitting in there etc

 

[joben1]

What do you mean by fitting? I thought it would be either push fit or pipe weld.

 

[ShaunCorbs]

Should be a rubber bung as it’s pushfit pipe you can’t solvent weld but I’m not saying someone just hasn’t siliconed the pipe in there etc

 

[Timmy D]

Pipes at wrong angle putting stress on bottom of rubber oring. This has caused it to deteriorate and leak.

You’ll likely be able to pull it all apart.

I’d shorten the closest vertical pipe by around 10mm.

Then replace the oring.

 

[joben1]

Thanks, that sounds doable for me. Wouldn't I need to know the make of the pipes to get a replacement o ring?

 

[Timmy D]

Thanks, that sounds doable for me. Wouldn't I need to know the make of the pipes to get a replacement o ring?

It might be possible to remove the oring and solvent weld the pipe in.

 

[rpm]

It might be possible to remove the oring and solvent weld the pipe in.

Gap is far to big with the seal removed to try solvent weld.

 

[Timmy D]

Gap is far to big with the seal removed to try solvent weld.

You’re correct but I’ve some times had luck fitting a coupling to the pipe before inserting in to boss.

 

[NancyDorna]

If you're unsure if your pipes are push fit or pipe weld, it might be best to have a licensed plumber assess the issue. That way, you can ensure a proper and safe solution to the leak.

 

[rpm]

Bit OTT there Nancy

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