REMOVING & REPLACING a Cast Iron Toilet Flange

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[@gaylecarwile1]

I'm a 62 year old woman who has to basically rely on myself for most small home repairs. I feel like this is something I can tackle with no problem after watching your video. I appreciate the help. Thank you very much and wish me luck.

[@SULLY-yk4sh]

Howd it go? Asking as a plumber

[@gaylecarwile1]

@@SULLY-yk4sh ... I did a great job. Very proud of myself. Thanks for the tutorial

[@kikijewell2967]

Solidarity! Glad to see another older woman here! 💪

[@eseloco340]

Yes ma'am I always encourage all women! And men alike also, everything is a KZbin video away like this amazing helpful video!

[@eseloco340]

❤❤❤

[@Ratlins9]

This was by far one of the best plumbing videos I’ve seen on You Tube. The camera work was excellent, great narration in explaining procedures, tools needed and parts used. No wasted or out of focus filming and didn’t waste viewers time with unnecessary talk. Great job, I’m now a subscriber.

[@StudPack]

Thx for the comment and the sub ken!! Greatly appreciated👍

[@inthemilkroom4542]

Yep, me too.

[@nicolemartin2976]

@@StudPack I'm about to attempt to do this by myself in my 1927 second story bathroom😳 No family or financial means to hire anyone. The Veteran's Administration office here is backlogged on help thru the VA. Wish me luck...I think I can do it, but I'm not going to lie, I sure wish you were my brother!

[@buttliq0ur869]

Ty

[@DataWaveTaGo]

@@nicolemartin2976 Were you able to get the work done?

[@sarahcarter9544]

Thank you. This video was exactly what we needed. We had been staring blankly at our toilet hole for an hour, completely lost about how to handle this massive cast iron mess of old plumbing, contemplating ripping out the subfloor to get the damn thing out. We watched your video and confidently tackled the problem, laughing the whole time because it all worked out just like the video. I don’t usually comment on videos, but I wanted to know you are an awesome person. Your video saved our day and we really appreciate you. You explained it so well, it was like you were there walking us through the whole process. Thank you!

[@StudPack]

This was awesome to read! Thanks so much for posting this Sarah, makes the job a little easier :)

[@willox3972]

What type of flange did you get and where?

[@debrabarnes7064]

I know right! 😳 I was doing the same thing 🤣

[@samuelanaya141]

Did you find the answer to this question? I'm trying to find it too.

[@keithluck8517]

@@samuelanaya141 search for Oatley 43539

[@toddlenard7602]

I've been a plumber for about 30 years I've run into these quite often. You can skip a lot of these steps you can heat up that lead with a small torch not a lot just a little too warm it up private right off of there. If you do not have a grinder you can use a crescent wrench to squeeze on top of the pipe and break off little pieces of pipe. You will be surprised how smooth and evenly it breaks. The flange he is using does not work very well. The boats catch toilet paper and everything else. Oatly makes a much better flange called The twist and set which is completely smooth inside. It has a donut gasket and you said it in place and turn it till it seals up on the inside of the pipe. Then you can make some marks and drill your holes into the tile and put your anchors in. Then secure down your screws. And set your toilet. Works very good and is very sturdy.

[@jimbiharifilms4945]

Thank you for the great info.

[@MorganBW]

So does the twist work for cast iron or just PVC?

[@LetsFindOut1]

Man, i have to compliment you on your clear and practical explanations. It makes learning so much easier when you articulate what you're doing each step of the way. Thanks for the great video and explanation.

[@Titantitan001]

What did you learn?

[@stevebengel1346]

@@Titantitan001 I learned that every Poopy Palace deserves a proper throne

[@pedro3967]

@@Titantitan001 use a dimond blade to cut castiron rather

[@ravi90890]

@@stevebengel1346 pmmm m m pop

[@sendit7777]

Hes very lucky those sparks didn't ignite any gas and blow the house up. That's one thing that should have been learned.

[@mrsupert3562]

Been a plumber for over 40 years done a lot of lead caulk joints in my time . This guy is great ,i really enjoyed watching him perform this job.

[@otisbigsby]

I’ve got 20 years in. I always have fun with the old lead stuff.

[@jsparlin1]

plastic flange is only temporary fix.

[@StonemanRocks]

@@jsparlin1 i bet it lasts until your favorite six show up to drop u in a hole!

[@RcFlashlight]

This is one of the most useful videos on how to remove an iron flange that I've ever seen! I'm replacing one of the toilets in my Grandfather's house that was built 53 years ago. It has an iron pipe and flange, and the old flange broke on one side. So it looks like there will be more involved than just replacing the toilet, lol. I would have been completely lost if I didn't find this video. Sir, thank you for making this video!

[@gqborges]

Guys,! Please always leave in the mistakes and the issues that come up. I cant tell you how self-conscious I have gotten doing work with my dad thinking that and if anyone else would do it they would do it perfect. It is so good to see The same problems we go through other people do too. Thank you! Love the videos!

[@tonyplumbob]

Kid is lazy his dad did the work while he's like a cheer leader.

[@sjacobson005]

This man is smart, articulate, patient. In short, this man is a very rare individual. Superb video.

[@fehlrock]

AGREED ! :)

[@JohnstonPettigrew]

yep.👍🏽

[@rogeraguilar3940]

I don't know about being a rare individual but indeed he did a good job with this install . Working in and around your home or apartment require the right tools and a little bit of patients that's all but people make it seem like rocket science or hard work it's not!

[@gilbertcarrizales7592]

Awesome job!

[@sincere4296]

Great video. Would be 100% if they added a link to that particular closet flange for people to purchase. I can't find it anywhere 😫

[@melvinlara-falcone2362]

I’ve been a plumber for 12 years plumbing some electrical drywalling etc. taught by family who were in the business for years you my man did a excellent awesome job and made this video very easy to follow and educational for those who want to save money and do it their selves thank you and God bless you

[@StudPack]

Thx Melvin 👊👍

[@billycox475]

What about the grinder sparks and sewer gas?

[@jcsexton2]

Thank you so much for this tutorial, you saved me from being in the doghouse with my wife for 2 days until a plumber could show up!!

[@rgonz63ful]

This channel is amazing. They describe every step in clear and concise detail. I think of it as “This Old House, Unplugged.” For any of you not old enough to remember when MTV was actual music, they’d have the biggest artists of the day perform without all the pomp and circumstance and strip their performances down to the actual talent. Well, this man has it in Spades. Paul, you are Terrific and I’m so glad you and your son are creating this content for All of us to learn from and enjoy. Continued success and looking forward to seeing the channel reach its first Million subscribers.

[@Freud_Mayweather]

Back when musicians actually played instruments

[@adamrad2220]

This is like watching your jovial, articulate and extremely knowledgeable dad explain to you how to do all sorts of repairs. I'm 40 years old and grew up in a very old house, with my Dad and I repairing lots of things over the years. This reminds me of helping him.

[@T.E.P.]

Lots to learn here .... you guys are showing real world complications and solve them professionally

[@mynameisnotimportant2854]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@rickkube4608]

Brings back memories.... used to help my dad almost 50 yrs ago, we put those in....melting led, cutting cast iron pipe....putting it all together! .... sure was glad when the pvc came out.....easier to carry, cut, and glue together!... hard to find guys like you that take pride in the stuff they do!!... keep it up!

[@tracyblack1509]

I appreciate your time in making these videos. You have saved me a lot of money and I’m proud to say, at age 62 and my husband 72; it’s a great feeling knowing we did it ourselves. Your mom must be proud. She is a wonderful lady. And has a very cute home. (Bathroom)

[@StudPack]

Thx Tracy 👍 glad we could help

[@tomjr2818]

This video is EXACTLY what I needed. I had a very similar situation replacing my toilet from the 1950's. Thanks a million for posting this.

[@joshwyatt5685]

This video was HUGE! Took me several hours and a few broken drill bits, but was finally able to remove an old flange. The new flange you recommended arrives tomorrow. Thank you 👊

[@miguelc93]

Great Video learned something new. Don't quote me on this but it seemed that your cut of wheel wasn't cutting properly, as far as I know you had it upside down.

[@eliuselarom5651]

What's the part name or number sir? Great great video

[@VikingVic76]

Heads up to anybody using this adapter the rubber gasket will shrink over time drawing up across the opening and causing a blockage look for that about the 10-year mark

[@VikingVic76]

@@eliuselarom5651 you may want to reconsider this particular item and find a different option that doesn't use a rubber gasket that drinks so severely it draws across the opening causing a blockage

[@kimberlybertram239]

Thank you so much! Helping my daughter renovate her 40s home and this was exactly what I was dealing with! Thank you!! I was able to fix it and look like a boss in the process! 😁

[@VikingVic76]

Be wary of the rubber gasket shrinking and causing a blockage it happens with this unit, good luck.

[@T18skyguy]

Your a great teacher. Just what I needed. When you go to set your tank, you can use two pencils as a guide, each one on the floor pointed directly across from the bolts. Just line the holes up with the tip of each pencil and you nail it first time every time. Keep up the good work.

[@sg7752]

this is the best video put out for replacing a 4 bolt toilet and updating flange.

[@HimmelRitter]

Thanks for the guide! I have a cast-iron shower drain that I'm replacing, and it worked out exactly the same! I was hesitant to drill out the lead without seeing it done first, and this was one of the only demonstrations I could find. And it worked perfectly. Huge kudos!!

[@StudPack]

Awesome glad it worked out for you 👍

[@radchander]

Your articulation is sooo good. It will be nice to have teachers at the educational institutions use such clarity and pace in explaining things.

[@datawind3296]

Wow, fine job guys. All we were doing was trying to install our new toilet, when I noticed the old rusted cast iron flange was sitting way too high for the new toilet to sit flush with the floor. The old toilet had a deeper base, but the new one would only allow for a much shallower flange. I guess that is the new standard for toilets. Anywho..., we followed your directions and drilled out the old lead and stuffing then wiggled and pulled the old flange out. I trimmed the top of the pipe even with the floor and then decided to squirt some expanding foam down the sides of the pipe to both fill the gap and help keep any curious critters out. FInally, we installed the same new pvc flange that you used. Thanks a bunch. You saved us about four hundred dollars to have a plummer come out to our house and deal with this thing. Total costs for us was about fifty bucks and a few hours. Now we have a repaired closet flange and a shinny new toilet. !!!

[@patriciademeritt6882]

This video was exactly what we needed for the toilet in my dad's old house. It helped us through the whole process. So glad I found it!

[@StudPack]

Thanks Patricia!! Glad it helped ya out

[@CurtEdwards86]

This video is very informative. Great job giving the small explanations on why you were doing what you were. This is a great example of teaching and coaching someone through this process.

[@wolverine82nd]

As a retired GC of 40 years I have to give you a thumbs up on this one. Great Job.

[@StudPack]

Thx Jack 👍

[@michaelcastillo3231]

Very nice tutorial. True plumber. No gloves. Respect.

[@darenfitzpatrick1270]

Awesome. Thanks for the tutorial it really helped me out. I'm doing a bathroom remodel on a 1959 built house and whenever I start a project I always run into something I've never seen before. This was exactly what I needed.

[@VikingVic76]

I thought so too about this product until about the 10-year Mark when the rubber gasket head somehow shrunk and drawn up across the opening of the drain causing blockages period. So unless they have retooled the formula for the rubber you can expect the same at about the same time

[@JGMc23]

This is EXACTLY what I was looking for, thank you! I’m mid-remodel on a house and your videos have been helpful on a number of occasions. Keep it up!

[@VikingVic76]

Word of advice I would not use this particular adapter unit because the rubber is known to shrink and draw across the opening of the pipe causing a blockage

[@rickrodriguez7118]

Kind of guy I'd buy a beer for.

[@moname7017]

You did a great job! I learned a lot too. I've flipped houses for years. Knowing some tips & tricks helps me in case I run into this. Thank you for showing step by step instructions with explanations!

[@mrwonderfullgj]

Great job. You are articulate, easy going, and thorough in your explanation of the whole procedure. Helps your viewers a lot. Hats off to the camera man as well.

[@nickdubay9852]

Love your videos. You’re great at explaining things as you go and troubleshooting as problems come up. It’s nice to see how things are done before diving into my own DIY projects. Keep ‘em coming!

[@jimsaleh5686]

Gentlemen, well done. Your videos are an educational foundation for any DIY homeowner or renovation contractor.

[@daviddillon1923]

Thank you for walking us through that process. You gave me to key to replace my defunct toilet flange that needed to be dealt with the last time I changed the wax seal ten or so years ago. I broke half a dozen drill bits in getting all that lead out, but I was really glad to chuck that 75 year old flange in the trash. Thanks again!

[@samvalenzuela9893]

Really helpful. My mid-1950's home bathroom has this exact problem: a rusted out cast iron flange. Local plumber quoted $1300 to replace with new cast iron flange. I'm trying the DIY approach, based on this video tutorial! Couldn't have done it with you. Thanks guys!

[@James-bv4nu]

Nicely done! Your Mom is fortunate to have a son like you. I would have flipped out if I saw that lead filled flange. But it's not too stressful watching someone else drill the lead out and angle the screws on youtube =)

[@codak604]

Just a heads up, the oakum is actually asbestos containing. Drilling creates dust and vacuuming without a proper HEPA vacuum can disturb the asbestos fibres even more. Proper PPE should be worn to prevent inhailing the asbestos fibres.

[@chuckschroeder249]

THANK YOU guys so much! This video was so clear, accurate and helpful. I would have been clueless without this instruction. Saved me hundreds of dollars and time! Ended up being a relatively simple fix. Grateful for you all, keep up the great work!

[@georgeaugunas8693]

Awesome video! This is the most complete and comprehensive video I have seen showing how to remove and replace a toilet flange. Great job!

[@b.w.barbee2269]

You did a "GREAT" job and step by step, very informative video for such a very important part of a toilet change over on an older house...There are still many great older houses with this type of problem...I learned alot from this video!....One of the BEST I have ever seen........GOOD Luck with your future jobs!

[@stevieg.1441]

Your helper seems polite and respectful. He seems like a good entrepreneur. Your knowledge he'll go far.

[@StudPack]

He’s my son 👍💪thx

[@jgomez7535]

I appreciate the DIY advice. Its great to see people like yourself sharing your knowledge. Thank You 👍🏼

[@darinjarvis580]

Excellent description of what ive ran into on my rentals houses built in 50's took a steel chisel cut lead pipe at floor level bought flange with threads and rubber gasket put it in 4 lead pipe twist it gasket threaded up on flange sealed up tight then aligned flanged then screwed it to floor

[@georgeforall]

I watched my dad install a flange when I was kid. The oakum was like a little rope that he stuffed down between the flange and pipe. Then he poured the molten lead in.

[@Titantitan001]

Thats what he said lol

[@LPQTP]

That’s so cool. What year was that?

[@georgeforall]

@@LPQTP Around 1965. I know. I’m old !😂

[@vascocordeirojr669]

Excellent video! One of the most articulately explained videos I've seen! Well done Sir!

[@lisabyrd3564]

We are preparing to do this in our 70 year old house as well. I really appreciate that he hit a situation that was not ideal! I am sure we will have the same thing. This is so helpful! Thank you!

[@harpwill7551]

Love your instructions on this project. My house is the same, an old house with lead pipe and when I removed the toilet it was just the rubber seal and no flange into the pipe. I did it your way and all tight with the flange and mounted perfect. I didnt use the wax seal but the new rubber seal and it works better and locks into the flush with power force. Thank you for your excellent instructions.

[@elchuyito355]

This is one cool as dude. Love the way you compliment each other on keeping us entertained. Very well made and very clear.

[@huejanus5505]

The things we do for our parents. You’re a good man.

[@billyoliver6695]

Thank you for all your step by step instruction it really helps a homeowner that likes to do his own work

[@joea5183]

He saved his momma anout 500$ here l, where im living.

[@torinmurphin2953]

We just bought a house built in 1950 and are remodeling the main bathroom and have this exact issue. Thanks so much for this video - exactly what we needed!

[@thomaslehmann5981]

Great guy. Taking care of his Mom. Curing us of cluelessness about plumbing.

[@StudPack]

Thx Thomas👍👊

[@TheTuxmania]

Im a Swedish plumber so everything you do here is really new to me. But i love the way you really explains the how and why of things :)

[@StudPack]

Awesome thx for watching 👍👍💪

[@kddd1863]

Your explanation was perfect , and you did excellent job ,I would like to add one comment , the cavity around the pipe can be easily fill with epoxy mixed with mortal or many other material that facilitate the screw fixation instead of 45 degree screw fixation

[@gilguzman8359]

1. I’m not a fan of exposed wax rings. They now sell adapters that conceal the wax ring inside the adapter and allow the rubber adapter to seal inside the sewer pipe and the toilet horn essentially sealing everything cleanly. It also allows for “slop” when installing the toilet where if it’s off alignment by a fraction of an inch, it’ll still seal. 2. Some codes do not allow using any caulking on the base of the toilet. Most homeowners or plumbers like it as it’s esthetically pleasing to the eye but if there is a sewer leak, you may not notice it until it’s too late. 3. Replace the toilet water supply hose. Once you loosen them, getting them to reseat or seal, can be tricky. It’s inexpensive insurance and peace of mind by replacing it. You should replace them about every 10 years regardless.

[@SantaNMS]

This was the best flange replacement video I have seen! I work in multi family Maintenance and you did an excellent job explaining the replacement process. The buildings I service have a lot of the cast iron flanges and they can be a project to replace. Good work. I hit the thumbs up button and subscribed!

[@bwj999]

This is a great video and Ive now done 2 of these now. Two pointers: 1.You have to cut the pipe 1/4" below the floor as the plastc flange flares out at the bottom. 2. Some newer toilets have only a 1/2" flange cavity space at the bottom so I found the flange needed to be mounted slightly below the finished floor level to allow space for the wax to seal. So check your toilet base with a tape measure before installing (you want at least 1/4" gap for the wax).

[@StonemanRocks]

He did check ! It said 1/2” in the paperwork! As long as its not too high its fine! Finish floor height is what matters!

[@bwj999]

@@StonemanRocks Exactly. All toilets are slightly different (Toto has a very narrow gap) so it is important to check, and like you said you definitely don't want it too high as the toilet should sit on the floor, not on the plastic fitting. I think we are on the same page on this.

[@susty3938]

"I thought we were going to have a simple change out" Famous last words and every project in my house I hoped would be "simple" never has been. I hope my flange removes as easy as yours did. Thanks for giving detail about final mounting of the toilet, too, as other videos did not have that. I did have to laugh at the too short water supply hose at the end.. Thanks for the video

[@4seeableTV]

How'd it go with yours?

[@susty3938]

@@4seeableTV Removal was as easy as shown in this video but installation was completely different as I had to use an offset flange because the original piping was too close to the wall and this caused many changes in procedure too long to go into here.

[@4seeableTV]

@@susty3938 thanks for the info.

[@isleblue65]

This was a super helpful video with super clear narrative. I had the same lead sealed cast iron flange and would have had no idea how to remove it without this clear explanation. I now also know which flange to purchase and how to level up the old pipe and install the flange. Thank you for saving me a lot of stress and time!

[@VikingVic76]

Heads up I've had some experience with this type of a adapter and You may want to rethink this particular product. I used it about 10 years ago and the rubber gasket overtime shrinks and draws up across the opening and causes blockages, so unless they've changed the formula that they make the rubber out of you should expect an issue about the 10-year mark. Good luck.

[@garyyamnitz4229]

One of the best how to videos I seen. I've replaced many toilets and I still learned some things. This guy covers all the bases.

[@elliottalderson2788]

Me: “I dunno, kinda think I gotta be all gloved up for this job?”

[@WesterlandVentures]

Very useful video, It's crazy to see how much you guys have improved as a youtube channel since this video. Love the videos

[@josephbibbo9181]

I am glad I happened to come by this video. I had my bathroom renovated by a contractor. Even though it is an old home the contractor did not anticipate or prepare for any potential issues with the plumbing. Long story short the installation was shoddy and my flange does not make a good seal with the toilet bowl and has some leaking. I was told the only way to fix it was removing/breaking the tile and removing 3 feet of old pipe. After seeing your video now I believe there is a better way. Thanks for the video. It was direct and very easy to follow and with a great view of the work.

[@timothyjkolb]

I'm a video director...who has an early 1950s era house... I have to thank you for saving my weekend (I'd have never figured out the lead thing on my own) and for very solid camera work in a tight location. Appreciate the tutorial. Nice work.

[@StudPack]

Much appreciated Tim 👍👊

[@beatinbanks8962]

Omg this was very helpful thank you so much! I did exactly what you said with drilling the lead out and it worked like a charm. And I subscribed brother.

[@stephenmayock3776]

I used epoxy putty to fill in the gaps around pipe. Once dry you can drill it and sink the screws

[@Jugc0006]

Nice tip

[@AmericanDrinker]

Hey I did that once too! It was the only time I was tearing a toilet apart and all o had was putty and creativity. Great minds think alike

[@stillnessbetween5103]

Good tip ! Abatron makes some good epoxy for jobs like that. My house is from 1938 and I have used quite a bit of it for many jobs from woodworking to concrete.

[@kenweiss6720]

Stephen what brand epoxy putty do you recommend? Garry, below recommends Rapidset mortar mix. What are the pros and cons of either choice? Thanks

[@stephenmayock3776]

@@kenweiss6720 I don’t recall the brand. I got it from Lowes and it came in a tube. You cut the amount you need and kneed it to combine the two ingredients. They are two different colors so when they are completely mixed they are uniform in color and have the consistency of clay.

[@ritamartinez8072]

Thank you for your expertise. Your a great teacher and I have confidence that I can change my flange & install my toilet on my own.

[@weiye701]

Definitely the best video on cast iron toilet flange with so many awesome techniques. Thanks so much!!!

[@Armor3dprinting]

Thank you for this. Im working on replacing my toilet now and had to fight with this all evening. Then I found your video and got the flange off in an hour! Thank you thank you thank you!

[@lazarocortina5146]

The most beautiful of all is that you did it for your mom.... You got my respect my man. Also the video is really good.

[@StudPack]

Thx. She always has a to do list for me😂

[@daveubermensch]

The video might be 2 yrs old, but it'a still helping people learn. Thank you having this up.

[@danielmorgan1189]

The world needs more men with the knowledge and patience of this true tradesman.

[@MarkSmith-zn4oy]

Great Job as usual! Love watching and learning fron you 2 thank you

[@StudPack]

Thanks for watching!

[@fernandop9327]

Great timing on this video, I’m getting ready to fix the same issue. Your videos are very helpful, thank you!

[@bigdaddymows8330]

Yes perfect timing and a Great video, I looked 2 week's ago and couldn't find anything thing to help with this issue. Going to try this today 👍

[@StudPack]

Thanks to you both👍

[@danielhall5513]

Just ran into this at my own home , I am a electrician so you know we don't know anything about plumbing. Lol so this was a Big help I'm going to be working on it this week. Thanks fellas appreciate it

[@lindarosenthal6835]

Thank you. Ran into one of these at a rental today. Next toilet change there will require a removal of the cast iron flange. Great instructions and job!

[@gentlegnt]

If I were to consider becoming a plumber, this gentleman would be a mentor I would want to be on my team. Non-threatening and exceedingly knowledgeable. 👍🏾👍🏾

[@bobsbarnacle]

Great camera work, great audio, great explanation, great job!

[@mcasuzu]

I am definitely going to repair my basement toilet that has such a setup - cast iron flange in a 110 year old NE PA house. Thank you a lot for your presentation. Thank you for being extremely patient and doing the video at a normal speed and not trying to show off.

[@alangarner4095]

Hi I have been a plumber in the uk 🇬🇧 for many years and I like to see all aspects of plumbing from different places. I found your video very easy to understand and a pleasure to watch. Thank you very much for an amazing job 👍🏻😎👍🏻

[@VikingVic76]

I would be interested to know if you have experienced the same problems with the rubber gasket on this unit shrinking up and drawing across the opening of the drain, causing blockages like I have? It usually starts about the 10-year mark

[@alangarner4095]

@@VikingVic76 Hi in the UK 🇬🇧 we don’t have the same type of fitting as you have in the USA 🇺🇸. All are toilet connection are of the push fit type . Most of the time the outlets are of the P bend type that goes out backwards. It is a far simpler type and they last a very long time.i will try to find some pictures of this fitting and get them to you so you can compare it with your set up .👍🏻😊👍🏻

[@VikingVic76]

@@alangarner4095 Thanx, that would be interesting, the Texas farmhouse I'm working on is over 100 yrs old & there's a lot of little differences to deal w/ like the 2×4 wall studs are actually 2"×4" but New studs are 1.5"× 3.5", so I'm curious to see what differences there are between the 2, plus the current American codes as well. I can build a house from ground up, but to be honest I find plumbing to be the most frustrating of all the trades it takes to build out a house.

[@jeffweber8244]

I always learn something in your videos. Thanks.

[@kelleysimonds5945]

You know what a lot, if not most contractors would do, more shims. Good work ethic here.

[@user-te6mv2ex1f]

Just started a bathroom remodel today and discovered this issue, and was dreading having to call in a plumber because I’ve never worked with cast iron before. I feel absolutely confident now that I can tackle this myself, this video was phenomenally well done!

[@nickdombrowski1596]

I'm installing a new prefab shower pan on slab and this technique was critical to my success...a thousand thanks!

[@pyro_warrior5924]

In addition to caulking can you use spray foam type sealant through one of the flange holes to seal and keep critters out? Or even spray between the cast iron pipe and visible foundation before putting the adapter?

[@Iminsidethebeltway]

I like the idea of filling that gap between the original cast iron pipe and the foundation and tile. You could also use an epoxy putty there. Having talked about keeping ants (and maybe cockroaches) out, this will give a better preventive seal. Incidentally, sometimes it's not the foundation under all this, but a basement, and, depending on where in the basement that pipe is located, the 4" cast iron may go straight into the basement floor, or may make a right angle turn and either go through the wall at that point to the outside, or make a second right angle turn at the wall, to either run to floor there, or run nearly to the floor, then another right angle to the outside. If this is all accessible through the basement, some plumbers might cut off the cast iron down there somewhere, and replace it with PVC and a Fernco fitting, so that in a couple more years, he doesn't have to go back and replace that ancient leaking cast which has rusted through and is leaking. If you do that, you can then run the PVC all the way up to the toilet flange, and you won't need that expansion gizmo, just a bit of primer and glue.

[@dukefuller1171]

What jeff said and don't caulk the toilet. It will cause problems. I'd rather have a wet sock to know there is a problem than probably rot out the rest of the floor by caulking the toilet. Ants? Really? I assure you if ants want in they will , but caulking the toilet is going to be a disaster.

[@Titantitan001]

@@dukefuller1171 ive seen a lot of people do this and I’ve had to rip out entire subfloors cause of this. Idk if they think that its protecting underneath or something when it reality it makes a big problem

[@phillipmonroy]

Great job, and your a good son!

[@doingit2510]

I always secure my flange bolts with acorn nuts to the flange. That way, the bolt doesn't spin when you're trying to tighten your nut and washer to the toilet. Great repair! Great job! -Shane from OC, CA

[@hooks4nooks]

Wow... You nailed it. This was exactly what I'm dealing with at my house. I have the old 4 bolt and lead flange too. Want to get new abs flange for new toilet and if this video doesn't show exactly what to do, I'm out of luck. Nice job and thank you very much for the educational video. I had no idea how the lead was Incorporated into the cast pipe. Now I do. You're awesome!

[@josephrichardson4678]

Sitting on a toilet watching something about a toilet.

[@bill90405]

Wondering if it was installed properly...

[@NightWrencher]

Toiletception

[@lancelotlink3907]

Great video but you should wear disposable gloves when repairing a sheet hole.

[@StudPack]

I promise next time👍

[@hobear637]

This video saved the crap (heh) out of a diy job I did. House had this exact same iron flange and it was so deteriorated that it made the toilet wobble. I had no idea how to tackle it until I found this video. I replaced it with a similar flange that insets inside the pipe, except mine was made of metal. Thank you so much!

[@ashleyarmfield2285]

I am so thankful for this man’s video. The toilet flange replacement will be so much easier to perform. Thank you.

[@deejohnson5163]

Them ants are going to be mad....lol.

[@cesarespinal8151]

Good stuff brother 👏 💪

[@justindaniel9367]

Doing a remodel. This was incredibly helpful!!! Thank you for being detailed and meticulous!!

[@raven7207]

I've used two of these flanges down in Hollywood Florida replacing toilet flanges in old hotels. it is by far one of the best replacement flanges I've used. great video guys.

[@lar4305]

Awesome job! you made it look so easy. You keep your work area very clean as you went along. That tells me you take a lot of pride in your work.👍

[@Ramesh-xf9nv]

This is where experience kicks ass 😂👍🏽 Great work

[@marjoriejudge5348]

so refreshing to see a repair on iron plumbing instead of pvc - thank you for showing everything in detail - Fabulous

[@StudPack]

Thx Marjorie 👍

[@mgriff777]

I watched this, and it's the truth! All told, follow this advice to the letter and the job will take an hour.

[@StudPack]

Thanks Matt! Love the Borderlands profile picture as well!

[@MiguelRamirez-oi8wi]

Also where gloves 🧤

[@mgriff777]

@@StudPack Thanks. I followed the video down to the 1/4" bit, though I used a nail punch to pry out the filler. Thank you so much for this content. This is stuff people need to know. BL2 is the shiznit!