403carpenter
403carpenter OP t1_ixxj7kj wrote
Reply to comment by jamesinboise in Plumbing back ups in two spots. by 403carpenter
Thanks for all the advice! Appreciate it.
403carpenter OP t1_ixxhxn6 wrote
Reply to comment by jamesinboise in Plumbing back ups in two spots. by 403carpenter
All the original plumbing is cast iron. I’ve done some renovations to the upstairs and replaced what I could. But haven’t touched the basement stuff yet.
403carpenter OP t1_ixxejee wrote
Reply to comment by jamesinboise in Plumbing back ups in two spots. by 403carpenter
Do chemicals work well? I’ve found anytime I’ve used things like drano type chemicals it’s a short term solution. And if I snake it soon afterwards I’m always worried about getting a burn on any exposed skin.
403carpenter OP t1_ixxdvvw wrote
Reply to comment by JeffinGeorgia1967 in Plumbing back ups in two spots. by 403carpenter
No septic tank. It’s hooked up to the city. The drains on the main floor are working fine. How would a clogged vent pipe cause the problem?
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403carpenter OP t1_ixxjvar wrote
Reply to comment by broken2302 in Plumbing back ups in two spots. by 403carpenter
That’s kinda what I figured. There is a clean out boxed out below the concrete floor. However, I was worried if I opened it everything would come out that spot because it’s lower than all the pipes. I’ll probably rent a larger diameter head snake and go from the line in the kitchen. Thanks!