How high should the drain be for a sink?

Sink Drain: 18”- 20” above finished floor.

Are drains in apartments connected?

The short answer is yes. However, the clog causing the drain backup is likely located beneath the affected apartment. This means that when the upper-level units discharge wastewater, that water is stopped by the pipe blockage. Since the lower unit is closer to the blockage, those drains will backup first.

How do you unclog a sink in a condo?

7 Ways to Unclog an Apartment Drain

Deodorize with Baking Soda. Baking soda is a natural deodorizer.
Use the Wire Hanger Method.
Plunge It Up.
Snake the Drain.
Pour Biological Enzymes.
Bring in the Big Guns.
Call the Pros.

Are condo pipes connected?

In general, the pipes inside a unit and immediately surrounding the unit are the tenant’s responsibility, while the pipes located in public areas are the condo’s responsibility. It gets even more complex when you realize that two or more units may share a particular section of plumbing pipes.

Does AP Trap have to be directly under the sink drain?

The “P” trap SHOULD be directly under the drain, but no more than a few inches off center of it, if conditions require it. NO trap, TWO traps, and/or a 9 foot offset are NOT allowed and if he suggests any of them get a different installer who is a REAL plumber.

Why is water backing up in my bathroom sink?

Water coming up the drain into a sink typically indicates a clog somewhere, including locations such as the sink trap, the main drain line, the garbage disposal or the vent pipe.

What destroys hair in a drain?

Coke and Pepsi contain phosphoric acid, which, if left in your drain for one to 2 hours should dissolve build up in your drains. Then you run hot water down your drains and the gunk should be flushed down the drain. So, Coke doesn’t dissolve hair; it actually dissolves the gunk in your drains that is full of hair.

Can I use Drano in a condo?

Keep in mind that most landlords prohibit tenants from using products like Drano to clear clogs because they can damage pipes.

Can you use Drano in a condo?

Are there common area drains in high rise condos?

We often see this common drain problem in South Florida apartments and high rise condominiums, so today, we decided to address the issue in our blog. Common area drains typically run vertically through a building and serve the needs of multiple units. They are common area systems and fall under the responsibility of the Association to repair.

Can a condo sink backup into a lower unit?

When you have a condo sink backup or an apartment drain backing up, it can be a harrowing experience. When clogs and root infiltration block the drain pipes, black and greywater can backup into the drains, and these clogs often affect the lower units first. Here’s why.

What kind of drainage system does a condominium have?

In a multi-story building such as a condominium complex, the sanitary drainage system consists of three main components – vertical stacks, branch lines, and horizontal underground lines. Stacks are vertical lines of pipe that extend from the horizontal building drain under the slab or in the basement up to and through the roof of the building.

Why does my condo have a clogged drain line?

Depending on where the plumbing issue is located, it may be the responsibility of the HOA or board members, or it may be something the unit owner has to fix. Clogged Drain Lines – Clogged drain lines can occur just beneath a water using appliance, or it could be located in a waste stack or the main sewer line.

Why is my Kitchen Sink not working in my condo?

Hall bathroom is UGLY. Woman orders new countertop for hall bathroom. Counter is delivered and can’t be installed because the water shut-off valves under the sink don’t turn all the way off, which means the faucet on the old counter can’t be removed. Woman learns that replacing the shut-off values requires shutting off the water main for 8 units.