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Questions tagged [pipe]

For questions generally relating to hollowed out materials used to convey a liquid, gas, or other fluid substance.

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Why are the inside diameters of some pipe larger than the stated size?

I'm looking over some specifications for black pipe. I understand why dimensional lumber is smaller than the stated dimensions, but why would the pipe manufacturers give you more volume than what is expected? Does anyone know the history on this? …
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What is this pipe

I have a small cupboard in basement I store paint etc. In house has oil heat but getting a sort of gas smell after bumping the pipe feels loose like it was just back filled with gravel . Old home built in 30s I don't have a gas meter electric…
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Mystery copper pipe in basement

In recent flooding I started excavating our (cracked, failing) concrete basement floor. (it's just a thin layer over a dirt floor--old house) I stopped when I found a 1/4" copper line buried in the concrete. It's heading toward the heating system.…
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Is there hard-water deposits inside the pipes in my house?

I have a fairly new home, built in 2007, in Arizona. I noticed today that most of the faucets in our house are starting to get hard water deposits on them where the water is coming out. It got me thinking, the pipes must have similar build-ups, and…
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How to remove this pipe plug?

I'm trying to install my dishwhasher and I'm at the point where I need to install the drain hose. However, the pipe is obstructed by this plug: I guess this is the right pipe (please confirm). I tried to remove it with pliers and screwdriver with…
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What PVC pipe with "Not For Pressure" is this?

As part of a full bathroom renovation, I am removing a mid-section half-wall that separates toilet/shower from vanities/cabinets (now removed!). In the process, I discovered a white PVC pipe with a label "Not For Pressure". By a quick inspection, I…
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DIY Dip Station

I want to do dips exercise at home (Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sM6XUdt1rm4) My budget isn't too high, I'm willing to pay up to $30. The best option I found was to create a diy dip station. This was the cheapest option, but it doesn't…
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How can I improve the stability of this DIY pull-up bar?

I built this pullup rig: as part of my calisthenics workout. The problem is that it there's too much swing. The first version also suffered from instability issues, even with more pipes: A Lowe's employee suggested I add diagonal pipes that…
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How do I level a pipe with the ground?

I have a drain made of PVC pipe on my back porch. The PVC pipe sticks up from the concrete about an inch or so. What is the best way to cut the pipe down so that it will be level with the concrete? What tools do I need?
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plastic pipe coming out of wall is really loud

There is a plastic pipe that is exactly next to my window, and whenever the neighbour has a shower (which seems to happen a lot, throughout the day and untill 12 or 1 am at night) it just blows hot air from it and it is really loud. I took a picture…
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How do I check if the plastic tube that comes out of the water pump of my furnace/AC does not leak?

I have a water pump similar with this one In this question I am asking bout what is marked with #3 in the picture. In my case that pipe goes to the ceiling ..partially open in the furnace room and from there through the finished ceiling it…
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Fix Vent Pipe leak?

This is the exhaust vent from a gas fired heating system. That drip, right at the joint, started a year ago. I'm assuming it's from condensation, and would otherwise drain back into the heater, except for a bad glue joint. What's the best/easiest…
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What is this pipe sticking out of the ground

I sold my dads house after he died & the people that bought it dug up the ground to fix the sewer line. I drove past the house the other day & saw this really tall white pipe sticking out of the ground by the windows. Does anyone know what this is?…
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What is this 5' Tall Pipe on the Side of my house (1973/South Florida)?

I just bought a home built in 1973 in South Florida. There is a pipe protruding from the ground on the side of my house with all the utilities. It's about 5 feet high. Any idea what it is? Who should I call to find out? The county? I appreciate any…
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can you use a pvc pipe cutter to cut waste pipe

When piping up the shower waste, it's inevitable you willl need to cut the pipe shorted at some point. When I was training to be an electrian, I used something similar to these to cut conduit. Would I be able to use it to cut waste pipe?
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