Leak where PVC comes out of concrete

[Jmarbut]

Hello, new member here. Looking for tips and tricks to repair this PVC line/fitting which is right at the concrete equipment pad. Fortunately it a very slow leak and is just seeping and not spraying! Rather than having to bust out concrete to repair I saw a Youtube video on using a electric heat gun to un-glue the fitting for repair. Any thoughts or experience with this type of repair? Thanks in advance!

 

[JamesW]

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[JamesW]

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PVC pipe extenders are usually used in repair situations where you need an extra bit of pipe to connect to your fitting, valve, etc. Pipe extenders work by fitting inside Schedule 40 PVC pipe on one side, and fitting inside a standard socket fitting on the other side. In essence, the existing pipe is extended a short length. These PVC pipe extender fittings are only compatible with Schedule 40 PVC pipe of the same nominal size. The are NOT compatible with Sch 80 pipe or any other types of pipe. Like a standard fitting, these extenders must be adhered using solvent cement.

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[JamesW]

Cut at the red line and then glue a pipe extender inside the 1.5" PVC pipe that is inside the fitting.

 

[Rancho Cost-a-Lotta]

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You won't find these at HD/Lowes, but my local Ace Hardware stocks them. You might check availability near you...

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The MagicMend® Extender Fitting is designed to go over fittings where there is not a sufficient amount of pipe left to connect to. Remove one fitting; connect the MagicMend® Extender Fitting to the existing fitting and continue with PVC pipe that will solvent weld to the opposite end of the...

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[Jmarbut]

Thanks all for the info on pipe extenders. I never heard of them! I realize in my original post I did not say the leak is at the bottom of the tee so the whole tee has to be removed and re-glued on to the pipe coming up out of concrete right Unless I didn’t understand how the extender worked. Thanks, Jason

 

[W.J.Christy]

Sch 40 PVC Pipe Extenders​

PVC pipe extenders are usually used in repair situations where you need an extra bit of pipe to connect to your fitting, valve, etc. Pipe extenders work by fitting inside Schedule 40 PVC pipe on one side, and fitting inside a standard socket fitting on the other side. In essence, the existing pipe is extended a short length. These PVC pipe extender fittings are only compatible with Schedule 40 PVC pipe of the same nominal size. The are NOT compatible with Sch 80 pipe or any other types of pipe. Like a standard fitting, these extenders must be adhered using solvent cement.

Buy PVC Pipe Extender Fittings | Low Prices Online

In Stock Now - 1/2" - 12" PVC Pipe Extenders that fit inside pipe. Great for repairs and changes to a pipe line. All parts ship fast!

www.pvcfittingsonline.com

I never knew these existed! This is the the sote that just keeps on giving.

 

[Rancho Cost-a-Lotta]

I realize in my original post I did not say the leak is at the bottom of the tee so the whole tee has to be removed and re-glued on to the pipe coming up out of concrete right Unless I didn’t understand how the extender worked. Thanks, Jason

Since the extender fits inside the PVC pipe, the joint will be between the pipe and the extender. When you cut the fitting as James recommended, you want to continue to cut flush with the PVC pipe inside of the tee.

Here are few pics I posted elsewhere. Note the flush cut PVC inside the elbow:



This photo shows the fitting not fully seated (for effect).

 

[Rancho Cost-a-Lotta]

After you make the cuts, make sure you dry fit the extender to make sure it forms a relatively tight fit. If, for some reason, it doesn't, you still have the option of using heat to remove the existing fitting.

 

[Jmarbut]

Thank You All! I understand now. Appreciate yall’s time!