How Do You Seal Leaky Drain Pipes?
Even the smallest of leaks in drain pipes can cause damage and chaos in your home. Rust, rot and water damage are unavoidable when your drain pipes are leaking. There is no substitute for having a professional plumber replace your pipes in order to stop a leak. However, if you need a quick solution to seal leaking drain pipes, there are some at-home solutions that can save you some damage to your home. Shut off the water source running to the pipe before attempting to fix a leak. This will stop the leak while you are applying your materials and prevent water from limiting the effectiveness of some adhesives. Locate the area of the pipe that has the leak. Remember that water can travel along the outside of the pipe before dripping off; be sure to trace the water back to its source to properly seal the leak. Dry the area near the leak with a towel and apply a few layers of electrician’s tape. Wrap the tape about six inches in either direction from the leak to ensure it is sealed properly