Basement Floor Drain Cover Removal

Wrap 16 gage wire or an unfolded wire hanger through the slots of the drain a few times to make a loop.

Basement floor drain cover removal.

Ask a building department plumbing inspector about the requirements for replacing a floor drain in your location. Spray around the rim of the floor drain cover with an all purpose lubricant spray. How to remove a rusted floor drain cover step 1. Rusted basement floor drain cover will not budge reasons.

If the cover is beneath. Push the tip of a flat head. Pry the rusted. Adjustable floor drain with nickel head.

The floor drain must be fully capable of removing water from the surrounding floor space which is usually a basement or garage floor. Video of the day. Allow the lubricant to seep. Drains can range from 2 to 12 inches in diameter but most have a 4 inch diameter.

It is available in different sizes and comes with a basket strainer which prevents debris from blocking the drainage system. It is suitable for use in busy establishments that require efficient flow of water and waste. A flat head screwdriver adds strength and leverage to drain cover removal. Twist the two loose ends of the thick gage wire together securely so they do not come apart when prying with a.

If the screws that hold the drain cover in place are rusted spray them with rust solvent or apply penetrating.