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lahabra

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Is there a maximum vertical drop from a toilet flange to the 90* elbow?

I am considering a design which would have an ~18†drop to an elbow, then a 7’ x 4" horizontal arm then a vertical vent.

I am planning a major bathroom re-configuration. I am trying to avoid a lot of cement cutting. I will have my work inspected.
 

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I have an old book that says I can have a tolet 10' away from the vent if I use 4" pipe.

Are you quoting a rule for 3" pipe? Or is my book out dated?
 

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3" and 4" for toilet.

If you have things other than a toilet, then it's 10 feet for 4" and six for 3"
But a toilet is always six feet whether it's 3" or 4"
 

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Thanks for the clarification.

So is there a limit to the length of the drop? or could I have a 5' drop into an elbow?
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My code allows up to 20" drop without a seperate vent on WC's, a 4" line can run up to 8' without a vent.
It all depends on your local code.
My code says your ok.
 

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Is there a maximum vertical drop from a toilet flange to the 90* elbow?

I am considering a design which would have an ~18†drop to an elbow, then a 7’ x 4" horizontal arm then a vertical vent.

I am planning a major bathroom re-configuration. I am trying to avoid a lot of cement cutting. I will have my work inspected.

24" according to the UPC
 
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