In my Basement there is my 3" drain-pipe running along the walls toward the sewer hook-up, in the only corner there is a 45-straight-45 corner section.
The only problem is that it is cutting into my laundry space and not allowing me to get my Dryer tight into the corner.
Being a small place I'm allways trying to find space, so this change would give me a few feet' extra to use.
2006-11-19 12:46:11 · 7 answers · asked by aus2can 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
yes, there is a chance of a blockage using 90 degree elbow. that is why i believe the original piping used two 45 degree elbows. my only suggestion is if you do decide to install a 90 degree elbow, make sure it has rodout port either 1/2" or 3/4" so you can get a rodder in to bust such a clog should it happen.
2006-11-19 21:21:06 · answer #1 · answered by mikedabaz@sbcglobal.net 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Contrary to what Joel A stated, a street Elbow is not an elbow with a larger radius of turn. A street L fits over a pipe on one end (just like a regular elbow) but the other end is the same size as a pipe so that you can put it into another fitting. What he was talking about is called a long sweep L.
Now, to business:
Every fitting that is in your waste line is a potential clog, waiting to happen, the sharper the turn, or the farther it must turn, the greater the risk of a clog. That being said, you might be able to install a long sweep L to give yourself more space, but if you had a good plumber when those pipes were installed he probably used those fittings for a reason. And yet, if I understand correctly what you are saying about the current set-up it might be better to use one long sweep L instead of two fittings. But, you never know until you try. If you are not sure about it, install a cleanout on the upstream side instead of a coupler so that you can clear any clogs quickly. But, whatever you decide, make sure that you bring a plumber down into the basement, and show him the pipe and tell him what you are considering. That will save alot of potential aggravation.
2006-11-19 13:37:56 · answer #2 · answered by nathanael_beal 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Two 45's are better for drain flow than one 90. A 90 going from a horizontal to a vertical will work fine, but from horizontal to horizontal can be a risk, and isn't up to code.
To answer, yes, it is a risk.
2006-11-19 13:33:42 · answer #3 · answered by dave 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You could use what they call a "street 90". It's a 90 degree elbow, but a slow curve. Won't take up as much space and should still allow drainage. You'll probably need a short section of straight pipe and a few couplings also. Good luck.
I stand corrected.....not a street elbow, but a long sweep 90. My bad.
2006-11-19 13:24:06 · answer #4 · answered by Joel A 5 · 0⤊ 2⤋
build a platform over the drain. The dryer will be a better height for removing clothes and it will sit against the wall. Your wife will love you. I mean really Love you (wink wink).
2006-11-19 15:17:43 · answer #5 · answered by T C 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Give the ten to Joel. Consider the question, and the flow of water naturally. Wouldn't it be logical to assume that the flow would be smoother, and less likely to restrict, with a curve, as opposed to a WALL that demands the flow be redirected?
Rev. Steven
2006-11-19 23:48:51 · answer #6 · answered by DIY Doc 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋
use a sweep not a true 90, problems could be in the future
2006-11-19 14:05:26 · answer #7 · answered by bigg_dogg44 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋