Partial Soil Pipe Replacement

[JayLar]

We're looking into the possibility of replacing our internal cast iron soil pipe with a plastic one (in the same location). It's not clear to me how easy it will be to gain the access necessary to replace the whole thing which I suspect may make it an expensive job.

If this is the case, is it possible (and practical) to look at a partial replacement of everything above a certain level of cast iron pipe? (with the cast iron portion supported at the wall)

[Dan_Robinson]

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We're looking into the possibility of replacing our internal cast iron soil pipe with a plastic one

Why? Just for a laugh, or is the old one leaking? I would be possible to replace just a section, but you'll have fun cutting it out.

You'll need a timesaver coupling or Fernco to join both ends, but it all depends on access.

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[JayLar]

We've had a few problems with the existing waste system in the house we purchased. Particularly in the bathroom where the old system has insufficient fall and even rises in part, leading to standing water and the pipes blocking up. Along with some additional problems it seems a good point to replace the whole thing in plastic and reroute some of the waste system.

Only problem is access to the portion below ground level, but everything above i'd envisage replacing if it is possible and sensible.

[Nige F]

Dan_Robinson wrote:

Quote: We're looking into the possibility of replacing our internal cast iron soil pipe with a plastic one Why? Just for a laugh, You'll need a timesaver coupling or Fernco to join both ends, but it all depends on access.

it`s more sensible than the answers you`ll get today...apart from the need for fernco flexible pipe connectors

[Dan_Robinson]

Hey man,

Needs must when the devil if dribbling stale cack down your arm...

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