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Pritch
Hi all,
am still training to get my qualifications, but a mate of mine has asked me to do a job for him.
Basically, some time ago he had a new kitchen fitted, but has been unhappy that he gets backup of water through the sink, when the washing machine is emptying.
Had a look for him at the weekend and think the problem is fairly obvious, in that the final outflow pipe - which carries the washing machine, dishwasher, sink - is actually fitted so the flow is UPWARDS....hence everything back up to the lowest point, which is the sink outlet. I am not qualified but even I know water doesn't flow upwards....
Cant get enough lift on the existing pipes to ensure the run is all downhill, so reckon I will have tio fit a new outlet to the soil pipe, much lower, but above floor level.
If this is not right then appreciate any advice, but think this is what I need to do, to ensure all outlets can properly discharge.
If indeed I do need to do this, what is the best option for :-
Capping off the existing hole/pipe.
Drilling a new outlet point just above floor level.
Fitting the Boss Connector (as doesn't look like I can get round the back of the soil pipe, as its tight against the wall), and ensuring sealed.
Do I need a trap before entering into the soil pipe (not one there now) ?
Advice/suggestioons appreciated,
Thanks
Pritch
am still training to get my qualifications, but a mate of mine has asked me to do a job for him.
Basically, some time ago he had a new kitchen fitted, but has been unhappy that he gets backup of water through the sink, when the washing machine is emptying.
Had a look for him at the weekend and think the problem is fairly obvious, in that the final outflow pipe - which carries the washing machine, dishwasher, sink - is actually fitted so the flow is UPWARDS....hence everything back up to the lowest point, which is the sink outlet. I am not qualified but even I know water doesn't flow upwards....
Cant get enough lift on the existing pipes to ensure the run is all downhill, so reckon I will have tio fit a new outlet to the soil pipe, much lower, but above floor level.
If this is not right then appreciate any advice, but think this is what I need to do, to ensure all outlets can properly discharge.
If indeed I do need to do this, what is the best option for :-
Capping off the existing hole/pipe.
Drilling a new outlet point just above floor level.
Fitting the Boss Connector (as doesn't look like I can get round the back of the soil pipe, as its tight against the wall), and ensuring sealed.
Do I need a trap before entering into the soil pipe (not one there now) ?
Advice/suggestioons appreciated,
Thanks
Pritch