Call a professional for major pipe repairs.
Older homes often have cast-iron waste pipes, which can last for decades. Over time, cast-iron pipes can rust through, causing holes, leaking joints or crumbling sections. Repairing small holes or leaking joints is a simple DIY project, but if a section of the cast-iron waste pipe needs to be replaced, then you'll need to call a professional, who will cut out the damaged pipe and replace it with a PVC pipe. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
Bad Smells or Water Leaking From Leaded Joints
1. Gently tap the lead back into the joint with a cold chisel and hammer. Be careful when you're tapping not to tap too hard, or further damage could occur.
2. Brush away any rust or corrosion from around the joint with a wire brush and a rag.
3. Apply cast-iron repair paste to the area with a putty knife until the damaged area is filled. Let the cast-iron repair paste dry to the manufacturer's recommendations before you use the pipe.
Holes in Cast-Iron Pipe
4. Clean the area around the hole with a wire brush and a rag until all the rust is removed.
5. Mix two-part plumber's epoxy to the manufacturer's instructions. Press the two-part plumber's epoxy over the hole and mold it to the cast-iron pipe.
6. Let the two-part plumber's epoxy dry to the manufacturer's specifications before you use the pipe.
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