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Questions tagged [cleanout]

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Why can't I find a cleanout plug to fit my drain pipe?

Trying to cap a water line that connects to my sewage out line. I purchased a cleanout adapter with cap in 2" and 3" and one is too big and one is too small. I think I need a 2-1/2" connector. NOWHERE in my local brick-and-mortar stores can I find…
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I think this is an awkwardly broken sewer cleanout cap...if so how to remove and replace?

This is just outside the door to the laneway house and was broken after being stepped on and after doing some googling it looks like it's the sewer cleanout cap which is now broken awkwardly. I tried unscrewing it by hand but couldn't get it out.…
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Which of these is the sewer cleanout

I’m trying to locate the sewer cleanout. I found a box that looks like it contains it but there are 3 separate plugs. Which one should I use? I also found this which I’m guessing is something else
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Able to / good way to cover / handle cleanout in the floor

I am trying to install vinyl plank flooring in my basement and the cleanout is right in the middle of the floor unfortunately. Am I able to cover it and/or is there a good way to handle putting the flooring down around or over the cleanout?…
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How do I create an easy way to unclog main sewer line?

I've had my main sewer line clog in the same area 3 times since I've bought the place in 2021. Here is a quick diagram of the afflicted area: A: Is the main sewer cleanout facing the city sewer. In all three incidents, there were no discernable…
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Installing a Sewer Cleanout

Recently I've been experiencing some backup with my toilet and tub due to some roots in our line. I've had Roto Rooter come out a couple times to do their thing and cut out some of the roots to alleviate the problem and it's worked out pretty well…
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Keeping AC P-trap clean with a Jones valve?

We recently had a new AC system installed. It's working great. When it was installed, the company showed me how they installed a Supco Jones Valve for cleanouts if ever necessary, and explained that vinegar should actually be added after the p-trap…
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Plumbing plan for freestanding tub

remodeling my master bath (3rd floor), replacing the old acrylic shower/tub unit with a clawfoot tub. Want to make sure I'm doing the plumbing correctly. Tub outline (roughly) in black. Plumbing pipes in white, yellow for cleanout. Joists in…
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Mystery Plastic cap/pipe in front yard

Can someone please identify the purpose of this covered plastic pipe in my front yard. I can provide further details as necessary. I thought it was a drain clean-out, but the plumber disagreed. In the back yard, there is a clean-out for the…
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Sewer pipe cleanout

My house was built on a slab in1964 and has a walk out basement. There is a floor drain in my basement, along with a toilet & utility sink. Water from the main floor fixtures is backing up through the basement floor drain. I am unable to find a…
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How big of access panel for DWV cleanout

I have a 3" (I believe, maybe 4") DWV line that is running behind a basement wall. There is a cleanout that I need to get access to and the cleanout is not flush with the wall. I see that there are access panels by Oatey like the one below. The…
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What should I do with these old cleanouts?

Three years ago I had my house's septic tank replaced, and the guys put in new cleanouts because they couldn't find the original ones. Well, by chance I just found them: buried under about 6" of dirt and rocks about two feet away from the…
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Water from chimney cleanout door area

I have a chimney cap on top, yet I have water in the basement coming from the bottom of the chimney. I can replace the cleanout door but need to figure out where the water is getting in before I do. Recommend a way to figure out where water is…
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Refreshing Lava Rock and Rock Wool for Gas Fireplace

I am cleaning, sprucing up my 25-year-old gas fire place inside my home. I see there are three layers under the fake logs: some silica sand, 1/4" (or so) lava rock/gravel, and rock wool. 1) Anything in particular I should pay attention to when…
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Lawnmower Chipped Off Sewage Cleanout Lid — Best Replacement and Installation Process?

While mowing my lawn, the blades of my lawnmower accidentally struck and chipped off the sewage cleanout lid in my yard. The lid is marked with 'CO Josam.' The impact resulted in a clean break, leaving the cleanout exposed. I'm unsure of the best…
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