Moving a shower/bath drain in basement concrete

[@chaosloc]

This is exactly what I needed to see for the project I'm working on right now. Thanks dude!

[@malcolmdenver8328]

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[@henrikarmani8015]

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[@sef2273]

Jack hammering a basement without saw cutting it first is crazy

[@johncombs1039]

P-trap is mounted backwards, the steep part goes under the drain, so the water will get good momentum, and the shallow end is easier to wash clean, reduces likelihood of trap clogs.

[@gregs_garage]

really? oh well too late now! She's still draining fine. Will keep the hairy out.

[@rw3476]

The old saying “sweep in, steep out….”

[@stevenelliott3444]

Good job but you should have a part 2 to this video

[@djarmitage6923]

Like the shower base idea. What is the make and model? Great video!

[@gregs_garage]

MAXX

[@gfba3305]

Should the top of the rough in be flush with the tub minus the cap? Thanks in advance.

[@gfba3305]

How come you did not use ABS extended tub drain?

[@tomtomer7545]

Do you have to put a vapor barrier before pouring the concrete?

[@iliapelkonen]

Thanks for the great video! I am doing a similar DIY drain project in Toronto - and I am wondering - since P trap is underground, can the water freeze in it? It looks like you live in cold climate too - how it’s been so far with this drain?

[@gregs_garage]

this is like 7-8 feet underground in the basement. it doesn't freeze down there.

[@DmanDanstube]

Hey fella, I'm pretty new to plumbing too. I was wondering how it drained for ya? I'm not totally sure how far away the vent needs to be and that's the problem im at right now

[@gregs_garage]

it drains perfectly. check your city's codes for vent rules, etc. This one was roughed in by the builder so I trust the vent is properly done.

[@DmanDanstube]

@@gregs_garage I had the plumbers rough in everything down there when I built. I also ran pex for in floor heating before the concrete guys came and put the slab in so I gotta be really careful with how much I chip out. 🤔

[@catlady8324]

You could also use a sledge hammer for about $10, plus you get to keep the sledge.

[@ericpalms7371]

Or you can buy a jackhammer from harbor freight or Amazon for about $130 and you get to keep it for future projects. Beats the $80-100 daily rental fee and you don' have to kill yourself to rush through a massive project in a day.

[@donp3781]

How much slope?

[@sixspeeds54]

Why did you use a jackhammer vs concrete wet saw?

[@mikemike457]

why would you use a saw vs jackhammer?

[@brennabouvierbaker8012]

@Moon Pie Circular saw the diamond masonry blade is all you need. this option is cheaper, and faster.

[@rockgnomemusicanddiy4670]

did you use Concrete or sand mix, if so which concrete did you use, I am doing a shower pan in my basement were I dug out cement and the pan I bought says do not use cement, use sand mix or mortar, i would like a smooth finish, I bought quickcrete professional grade cement

[@gregs_garage]

this was just from a bag. No mixing sand or anything like that. Bag + water + mixing.

[@attaboy78]

Are there any other materials that could be used for backfilling? Is there any risk of the weight of those rocks damaging or moving the pipe underneath?

[@gregs_garage]

+Chris Hopkins You could use finer gravel/rock but the size shown in the video is common and will not damage the pipe. ABS pipe is pretty strong. Try breaking a piece. Also once the pipe is in the gravel It's pretty hard to move. The gravel is heavy and holds the pipe in place until the concrete is poured.

[@attaboy78]

+leusgs Thanks!

[@hectoralvarado6209]

Sand

[@BeefSupreme66666]

Where did you find the spacer ring you placed around the shower drain? Trying to find one and having no luck - what's the name of this part?

[@gregs_garage]

it was in the original location from new. I was able to re-use it after breaking the original concrete around it. You may have to improvise - maybe a large PVC or ABS fitting from a plumbing store? Or maybe cut a slice from a big (8-10 inch?) pipe or even a plastic bucket? worst case make a square box with 2x4's!

[@radekw708]

you can build a 1x1 foot box using 2x3s or whatever lumber you have laying around

[@shawnboggs7797]

Did the jack hammer create a lot of dust or just a little?

[@gregs_garage]

not too bad. I wore a dust mask but its not terrible

[@hectoralvarado6209]

Doesn't make much dust at all but you better have some earplugs

[@brennabouvierbaker8012]

To save time and money, you could have done the job with a circular saw and a $30 diamond masonry blade.

[@lovefeist3136]

Indeed, and volumes of silica dust. (And if there is no window?)

[@arealmaintenanceandrepairl1103]

sound like u got some yayo

[@hicham6490]

great vedio! do you think doing a basment shower with 4 inch pipe is ok ?? or dose it have to be smaller ?

[@doctorwork]

4" would be too wide to fit any standard shower or tub. Plus, making the pipe too big slows down the water flow, making it harder to clear stuff (like hair, sand, dirt, etc.) out of the trap. 4" is typical for toilets, which need the capacity, but you will have to use reducers to get it to 2" or 1.5", depending on your local code and the shower or tub you are using.

[@Lvjones86]

How long did it take to complete this job?

[@gregs_garage]

a couple of days. don't stop don't rush.

[@laloec798]

Where the 2-inch line meets the 4-inch y why is a y on its side I thought it's not supposed to be on its side

[@tonymp]

Usually a y can be on its side. t's should not though

[@adamfirst15]

It looks like a good job but ur need to use the white pvc not black its code

[@gregs_garage]

code where?

[@paulwilliams6753]

Great job! Please be aware of the child labor laws in your area! 😉

[@marqueemark5917]

wtf , the vent take-off is before the trap - arm Bub

[@farmerdave7965]

gravel around plastic pipe is just asking for trouble.

[@TsiTsiLP]

How should it be done?

[@yuriykalashnikov126]

@@TsiTsiLP sand

[@steve9279]

speak up! have my volume on the highest and can hardly hear you

[@steve9279]

Your constant sniffing and ums are really annoying

[@gregs_garage]

Why don't you do a video and show us how it's done, uncle Steve

[@gregs_garage]

turn up your hearing aid

[@jozannebrownell763]

n

[@tonymp]

This is a great insight. Thanks!

[@bradhaenitsch1145]

That vent needs rolled up obove the drain