I love how you go step by step, start to finish...very helpful when i get into a situation that im not sure of how to do. Thank you for your vids. Keep em coming.
Using the sanitary tee is a problem when trying to do a camera inspection and can also makes it hard to drive the sewer cable into . Good thing there is a back flow 😅
1/8 pitch is what we use down here. 1/4 is a lot of slope. Listened to another guy and he said 1/2 slope - wow! The end was sloppy-especially that cut. All the measuring and the end was HIGH.
And here I was thinking 1/4" drop was mandatory for 2" and smaller, and 1/8" was acceptable for 3" and larger. Guess I'll have to research this again. Thank you for your video.
At 23:50 the primering and gluing after the valve fitting look at your video you did not even glue the upslope side of the pipe you put in the fitting. You did primer it kind of but no glue! Watching your gluing and priming very weak, I would love to see your pressure test and see how many of the connections leak. And not sure where your located but where I work auto fail for using a san t on its back for the cleanout. A wye and 45 for a cleanout. But still a informative vid, thank you.
Good job, the only question you didn't answer is, what's the tracer wire for? Well, one another, what are the permit requirements if you are just a homeowner replacing old pipe?
The wire is for locating it later. Permitting is going to change from state to state, county to county . Most areas don't require a permit to repair or replace existing. but, you might want to check.
He didn’t clean the inside of any cuts he made. Burrs are future clogs. A little stingy with the primer and glue for my standards. We don’t use a torpedo level. We use a 4 foot level for pitch
I may be wrong but thought you had to give the primer 15 seconds before applying the glue. Also wouldn't you normally dry fit and mark the connections for fit ,then glue? Your trying to level the fittings with the glue already bonding..Im not a plumber by trade but have watch a 1000 hours of video..lol
is the backwater valve intended to be installed near the foundation in a yard box with 24/7 access (given the screw top)? I don't need one by code but it seems like a handy way to further future proof my new mainline. Is the main sacrifice that the door needs to be removed if you snake it in the reverse direction?
Yes just remove flapper inside the backflow valve n snake backwards but if your snaking towards a tank or manhole u dont need to just make sure u go right direction with machine/cable
Basic plumbing folks just because the so called inspector is ok with it right. You’ll be augering that line out once a month only on vents and especially never below the hard gray stuff
Why can't you run the waterline next to the SDR 35 pipe? Also, If you had a 150' run to make would you still use schedule 40 PVC? I'll be putting it in ground that's likely to eventually have lots of tree roots. 13:29
We use sch 40 to prevent bellies . and water lines next to sewer line It's all code stuff, they don't want thin wall sewer to be next to the water. In case there is a breakage.
What is the purpose of the light green pipe inserted over the white pipe. Can i use plumbing strofoam wrap over the white pipe when passing under concrete footing? What is the difference bet. white and black and light green pipe. Thanks.
? We will having a septic system with our new build --- Should we include a backwater valve between the inlet of the septic tank and where the drain waste line exits the basement? Will we also need a clean-out along with the back water valve? The one thing we want to add here -- is that the septic leach field will be above the septic tank location by about 40 feet in elevation -- and the system will be a "dosing" system with a sewage pump in a separate chamber which will have it's own backwater valve at the discharge side of the pump chamber. Your answer will be much appreciated. Great VIDEO by the way!
@@PlumbingSolutionsLLC As I have researched long for information on whether a planned basement mechanical room floor drain installation requires a VENT.... I believe the Tennessee Code I need to follow said that Floor Drains do not to be vented? What is your thought?
According to code, 1/8" is ok for 4" pipe, but many plumbers will just do everything at 1/4" since smaller pipes require the steeper 1/4" pitch due to being more restrictive because of the smaller size. For example, your 2" pipe must have 1/4" pitch.
I almost see you not spin that reducer I was getting nervous but you did it at the end always twist and hold for about 2 to 3 seconds it only twist one way
@@PlumbingSolutionsLLC Chop saw. I am curious though as to gluing the joints together if you may, though. I can't seem to get my pipe to slide all the way into the the fittings so that it meets up flush with the inside edge of the pipe. I always seem to have a 1/4 inch gap and I'm worried that it will slow down my wastewater and eventually create a backup. Is that normal or am I doing something wrong? I've twisted them in and even used my full body weight and still it's the same result.
Buy a big enough chop saw to cut through the pipe. Near perfect cuts every time and minimal deburring. I bought a used miter saw for 80 bucks, it works fantastic and I've used it for all sorts of stuff.
depends on where you live. Here in SC the frost line is zero. so, it is supposed to be 18 inches deep. But, the Inspectors have never failed us for depth as long as it is under the dirt.
When you level it to .25, how does it stay level? For example, if I push down some to get that the proper level, and it rebounds back up, what do I do? Remove that dirt?
I love how you go step by step, start to finish...very helpful when i get into a situation that im not sure of how to do. Thank you for your vids. Keep em coming.
Glad it was helpful!
To take the efforts videotaping and telling the installation details is not easy. I really wish you get more subscribers for the amazing work you do.
Thank you very much!
Good job
Gained one here
This was so well done. Very informative as it helps me understand everything when it comes to those of us buying a lot to build on.
Using the sanitary tee is a problem when trying to do a camera inspection and can also makes it hard to drive the sewer cable into . Good thing there is a back flow 😅
thanks for the videos! cant believe i never thought of adding string to the old primer/glue combo for a handle.
Thanks for taking the time to show us step by step.
We love your Plumbing Solutions and thank you very much !!!
1/8 pitch is what we use down here. 1/4 is a lot of slope. Listened to another guy and he said 1/2 slope - wow! The end was sloppy-especially that cut. All the measuring and the end was HIGH.
Yea our sewer guys put a fail tag on it. just to mess with me.
I really appreciate the effort that went into making these videos.
Thank you ... we use these videos for in house training , we figured why not share them .
Thank you for taking the time to make the video, very informative. Thank you.
Good job! Thanks for sharing your experience.
good info..never even thought of the copper wire to find the line later with a locator..
video been around for a couple seasons, still
a great help. Thanks, well done.
Thanks for the video. Aren’t many out there for this work.
Great video.Thanks
And here I was thinking 1/4" drop was mandatory for 2" and smaller, and 1/8" was acceptable for 3" and larger.
Guess I'll have to research this again.
Thank you for your video.
Thank you for teaching us
You make us to understand easily
excellent video!!!! very clear
Thx for the very informative video! Question: what is the easiest/best way to create the manhole and cover for the backflow device?
Great video. Would you happen to know when it became code for homes to install a clean out?
Do you have any advice on replacing vents?
Why not use the long sweep 90 tee for clean out? Just curious…
Nicely done.
At 23:50 the primering and gluing after the valve fitting look at your video you did not even glue the upslope side of the pipe you put in the fitting. You did primer it kind of but no glue! Watching your gluing and priming very weak, I would love to see your pressure test and see how many of the connections leak. And not sure where your located but where I work auto fail for using a san t on its back for the cleanout. A wye and 45 for a cleanout. But still a informative vid, thank you.
since when are sewer lines pressurized?
@@veryslyfoxthey’re a part of the inspection. No pressure test, you don’t pass the inspection.
it's better to tape the tracer wire to the bottom of the pipe so it doesn't get struck by digging equipment
Thanks for your explanation 👍
Thanks bro I learned a lot
dude, thanks for making this video! you da man!
thanks
West Virginia sewer dig depth, does anyone know? Thanks in advance and love the video. Subscribed.
Good job, the only question you didn't answer is, what's the tracer wire for? Well, one another, what are the permit requirements if you are just a homeowner replacing old pipe?
The wire is for locating it later. Permitting is going to change from state to state, county to county . Most areas don't require a permit to repair or replace existing. but, you might want to check.
Excellent!
He didn’t clean the inside of any cuts he made. Burrs are future clogs. A little stingy with the primer and glue for my standards. We don’t use a torpedo level. We use a 4 foot level for pitch
Great video
I may be wrong but thought you had to give the primer 15 seconds before applying the glue. Also wouldn't you normally dry fit and mark the connections for fit ,then glue? Your trying to level the fittings with the glue already bonding..Im not a plumber by trade but have watch a 1000 hours of video..lol
everybody does it a little different , never dry fit , the fitting will get stuck together and you won't get them apart.
is the backwater valve intended to be installed near the foundation in a yard box with 24/7 access (given the screw top)? I don't need one by code but it seems like a handy way to further future proof my new mainline. Is the main sacrifice that the door needs to be removed if you snake it in the reverse direction?
Yes just remove flapper inside the backflow valve n snake backwards but if your snaking towards a tank or manhole u dont need to just make sure u go right direction with machine/cable
Nice work
Absolutely correct about laying the sanitary T on its back
The inspectors let them do it , I guess it's cause it's just a clean out and there is no waste traveling down it.
Basic plumbing folks just because the so called inspector is ok with it right. You’ll be augering that line out once a month only on vents and especially never below the hard gray stuff
Why can't you run the waterline next to the SDR 35 pipe? Also, If you had a 150' run to make would you still use schedule 40 PVC? I'll be putting it in ground that's likely to eventually have lots of tree roots. 13:29
We use sch 40 to prevent bellies . and water lines next to sewer line It's all code stuff, they don't want thin wall sewer to be next to the water. In case there is a breakage.
@@PlumbingSolutionsLLC Why not ABS blank ?
any disadvantage to just running the 4" schedule 40 right up into the house? As opposed to the 3" PVC?
no. but it will cost more .
What is the purpose of the light green pipe inserted over the white pipe. Can i use plumbing
strofoam wrap over the white pipe when passing under concrete footing? What is the difference bet. white and black and light green pipe. Thanks.
Has to be a hard pipe when going horizontal
Nice video
How many 45 's can you have in the line to the septic tank? Do you have to use 4" if no code or inspection??
“No code” means install according to the IBC.
Thanks for the vid. Sch 40 material or what?
Yes, the cheapy stuff kept getting crushed by skid steers
Good video
What was the wire for, also that part whete you installed the reducer.
so you can locate it later
Is this setup good for a north Michigan new build? Thx
I don't know we don't get must snow in SC, you will have to check your local codes
There’s really no reason I can think of to use a sanitary tee as a cleanout instead of a wye.
Where I am from no san tee on its back! Combo's wye 45!
? We will having a septic system with our new build --- Should we include a backwater valve between the inlet of the septic tank and where the drain waste line exits the basement? Will we also need a clean-out along with the back water valve? The one thing we want to add here -- is that the septic leach field will be above the septic tank location by about 40 feet in elevation -- and the system will be a "dosing" system with a sewage pump in a separate chamber which will have it's own backwater valve at the discharge side of the pump chamber. Your answer will be much appreciated. Great VIDEO by the way!
You don't need a backwater valve but i would put a cleanout on it
@@PlumbingSolutionsLLC Thank you for the answer! Your videos are great! Keep sharing your experiences and knowledge. RP
@@PlumbingSolutionsLLC As I have researched long for information on whether a planned basement mechanical room floor drain installation requires a VENT.... I believe the Tennessee Code I need to follow said that Floor Drains do not to be vented? What is your thought?
it needs to be vented and it needs a trap primer
OK Thanks again @@PlumbingSolutionsLLC
Here in south Texas with heat an humidity, black shirt a no no
It's hot here too
Whenever you mess up, your always in a hurry.
Fyi, shake your primer brush to keep the primer from running all over the pipe.
Haha. the man who taught me use to sling the primer all over the ground. I thought it was a big waste.
Is the pitch for the 4 inch pipe supposed to be 1/8 or 1/4?
either one, just stay in between the two
According to code, 1/8" is ok for 4" pipe, but many plumbers will just do everything at 1/4" since smaller pipes require the steeper 1/4" pitch due to being more restrictive because of the smaller size. For example, your 2" pipe must have 1/4" pitch.
Thanks , man
Do y’all automatically put the backwater valve in or is this house just in a position that needs one?
we put them on all houses
In Fiji backwater valve isn't compulsory 🤦🏼♀️
I almost see you not spin that reducer I was getting nervous but you did it at the end always twist and hold for about 2 to 3 seconds it only twist one way
Great works but I worry about your hairs to be fried up by the sun ☀️.
You better use enough primer glue.....make sure no leaks...
Unless it has lift pump the sewer line dont need primer buddy it aint pressurized it gravity fed
Just red hot glue
Yes sir primer an glue, great state of Texas
How do you cut the pipe straight??? Tell me the trick please
lol.. I don't think there is a trick. Practice
@@PlumbingSolutionsLLC Chop saw. I am curious though as to gluing the joints together if you may, though. I can't seem to get my pipe to slide all the way into the the fittings so that it meets up flush with the inside edge of the pipe. I always seem to have a 1/4 inch gap and I'm worried that it will slow down my wastewater and eventually create a backup. Is that normal or am I doing something wrong? I've twisted them in and even used my full body weight and still it's the same result.
Buy a big enough chop saw to cut through the pipe. Near perfect cuts every time and minimal deburring. I bought a used miter saw for 80 bucks, it works fantastic and I've used it for all sorts of stuff.
What state an city you working out off?
SC
Set the drop before the glue drys
Surprised you still have all of your fingers.😳
What is the traser wire for
so it can be located later
If you only go up, why you call it reducer then?
It’s just the product name. However it is also called a 3x4 adapter which is maybe more appropriate.
good question,,,
black shir in the sun... no go...
U can only go up in size never down😂☠️☠️
Oh boy…
How deep is sewer line in ground
depends on where you live. Here in SC the frost line is zero. so, it is supposed to be 18 inches deep. But, the Inspectors have never failed us for depth as long as it is under the dirt.
Tracer wire on a sewer run, why not use camera an a sewer locator, lot easier, can see how states do plumbing different
The county requires the wire.
That answer my question, very good , good work
No You use A 4" Two Way Clean out Tee
Inspectors don't let us use those here in SC
That pvc pipe fits like a glove on that teal pipe NOT
When you level it to .25, how does it stay level? For example, if I push down some to get that the proper level, and it rebounds back up, what do I do? Remove that dirt?