How to Stop PVC From Leaking

How to Stop PVC from Leaking

• 1

  Turn off the water.

• 2

  Cut the PVC pipe. Use a pipe cutter to cut the portion of the pipe that is leaking.

• 3

  Place the neoprene coupler on the pipe. Where you've cut the PVC pipe, place the rubber sleeve on the pipe, then the metal clamps.

• 4

  Tighten the screws of the neoprene coupler.

How to Stop PVC Joint Pipe from Leaking

• 5

  Turn off the water.

• 6

  Clean the leaking part of the PVC pipe. You want the pipe as dry and free of debris as possible. You may want to use a heat gun to evaporate the moisture.

• 7

  Rough up the PVC pipe. Use sandpaper to create rough, uneven marks on the area. You can also use rubbing alcohol to eliminate any oils or dirt from the pipe.

• 8

  Apply adhesive. Place plumbing adhesive onto the joint. Cover at least 1/4 inch of each side of the PVC joint with the thick layer of glue. Push as much of the glue inside the hole as you can.

• 9

  Wait six to 12 hours. Turn the water back on after the glue dries.