Hello everyone,
I've been busy demolishing the bathroom and have gotten to the point where I need to address the plumbing. House is 1956, most of the plumbing has been changed to copper except what's in the walls in the bathroom. Will be going copper to Pex for the sink, shower and toilet supply lines.
What I'm not sure about is the toilet waste pipe. We had replaced the toilet that came with the house 10 years ago and I know we have a lead toilet flange. I think, having looked at what they're supposed to look like when they're new, ours was broken. We didn't know any better and doubled-up on the wax rings when we put the new toilet on and it hasn't leaked.
Now, with this reno, I'd like to replace everything that needs changing out, so I know I'll need a new flange, but what about the pipe bend below that? Is it also lead? It's hooked up to a cast stack but it looks like it's in bad shape, to me.
What say you? Is this a DIY job or do I need to call a professional?
Thanks,
Kim
I've been busy demolishing the bathroom and have gotten to the point where I need to address the plumbing. House is 1956, most of the plumbing has been changed to copper except what's in the walls in the bathroom. Will be going copper to Pex for the sink, shower and toilet supply lines.
What I'm not sure about is the toilet waste pipe. We had replaced the toilet that came with the house 10 years ago and I know we have a lead toilet flange. I think, having looked at what they're supposed to look like when they're new, ours was broken. We didn't know any better and doubled-up on the wax rings when we put the new toilet on and it hasn't leaked.
Now, with this reno, I'd like to replace everything that needs changing out, so I know I'll need a new flange, but what about the pipe bend below that? Is it also lead? It's hooked up to a cast stack but it looks like it's in bad shape, to me.
What say you? Is this a DIY job or do I need to call a professional?
Thanks,
Kim