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What does the inside of a rusted out cast iron sewer pipe look like?
Rusted cast iron.
How do you tap into cast iron drain pipe for a new shower drain in basement?
By cutting in a cast iron Wye so the flow enters the sewer line (soil pipe) at a right angle
Open a cast iron pipe clean out?
Yes, they can be opened for routine sewer and drain and leader cleaning
How do replace sewer clay pipe?
By replacing the piping using either Cast Iron of one of the non ferrous systems available
Can you cut cast iron pipe with a sawzall?
Yes. I have replaced a lot of old leaky cast iron sewer pipe and always use a sawzall. I use regular metal cutting blades. If you don't have the specific blade handy use bimetal cutting blades.
How can you adhere tile to an iron sewer pipe?
Yes once it is cleaned and primed
Symbols for cast iron threaded pipe?
Cast iron is not threaded, steel pipe is.
Is asbestos in cast iron pipe?
was asbestos used in production of cast iron pipe
Is it safe to cut a cast iron sewer pipe with a saw with the possibility of sewer gases present?
Only a suggestion, but if in doubt use a snap-cutter. In a well ventillated area, methane volatility is a low risk hazard with regards to old sanitary sewer pipe. if you think there might be gases present,you need to wear a proper breathing mask === === I think he meant gases inside the pipe, not in the room the pipe is in.
What are sewers made out of?
Depending on what kind of sewer, its age, and the utility owner (Storm Sewer, Gravity Sewer, Sewer Forcemain). - Polyvinyl Chloride Pipe (PVC) - Ductile Iron Pipe (DIP) - Fiberglass Reinforced Pipe (FRP) - High Density Polyethelyne (HDPE) - Pre-Stressed Concrete Cylinder Pipe - Asbestos Cement - Clay - Steel
You want to replace old lead pipe connected to cast iron sewer pipe with copper How do you connect the copper pipe to the old lead pipe or to the cast iron pipe?
When I have to connect copper to lead "D" I usually solder the copper to the lead or wipe a lead joint depending on the diameter To connect copper to cast iron ,.... If there is a hub I caulk the copper directly into the CI with oakum and poured lead (molten) OR one can solder / braze a female adapter fitting and screw the copper into a CI female fitting
When was American Cast Iron Pipe Company created?
American Cast Iron Pipe Company was created in 1905.
