This is exactly what happened in my pool bath. The plumber however was too lazy to backfill the offset flange with cement, so the flange outer ring was not attached to anything. Worked okay for a few years until a crack developed in the flange from the toilet movement due to an unfastened and unsupported flange. So now it has been my pleasure to go back and rectify his “crappy” work.
@plumber-tom94702 жыл бұрын
That’s to bad. It’s true that the key to keeping the toilet from moving is a solid flange.
@bobbyz77366 ай бұрын
Exactly what Im dealing with. Offset flange, chipped out concrete leaving big void when original was installed, roots from effing palm trees in back yard below flange. So I had to clean out around the pipe, remove the old rotted sheet metal steel flange. vacuum out the hole and fill with Cement All. Now to attach repair ring to Cement All with heavy stainless screws and install the toilet .
@BarnDoor-won5ve2 ай бұрын
Exactly what I'm doing today which lead me to the video😡.
@richardseitz52357 ай бұрын
Loved watching the toilet flange offset video! Great presentation and love the music! Currently getting set to do just that.. 6" to clear the back wall so I've got some major digging ahead!!
@plumber-tom94707 ай бұрын
Thanks for the feedback! You’ve got this!
@Coldgloom Жыл бұрын
Thank you for those critical dimensions and citing the relevant code. Excellent.
@plumber-tom9470 Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@skyland4929 Жыл бұрын
This helps. But if you do have to break the concrete or cement and cut the PVC, I recommend, if space or floor permit, you dig deeper and wider and modify the PVC pipe to point up to the exact spot and use regular flange. With the offset flange, the wax somehow break easily and cause filthy leak.
@plumber-tom9470 Жыл бұрын
That is a good option. Thanks!
@OGCJ104 ай бұрын
Why does wax on the offset flange break apart easily?
@djspock5150 Жыл бұрын
Thanks working on framing my basement and there was one 1/2 bath where the back wall was finished in front of a drain pipe for the sink, but put the toilet flange at 9.5", so one i was mad at the plumber for doing this but he must have thought well i can move it out with the methods you have shown here so now i am not going to move a wall for them lol.
@plumber-tom9470 Жыл бұрын
Breaking out cement is common experience for plumbers who are not careful about getting the pipes where they should be the first time. Thanks for watching!
@zacharyculliton9677 Жыл бұрын
How do you ensure the height of the flange is correct if you're setting the flange on the concrete sub-floor and not the finished floor (tile)? I thought the flange needs to be on top of the finished floor. I have to do this exact same fix. My rough plumbing is not centered in and I have to move the pipe/flange 1.5" to the side. This video was super helpful. Time to start busting concrete.
@plumber-tom9470 Жыл бұрын
Hello Zachary. It is hard to get the flange to exactly the right height if the floor is not there. At the same time, this repair needs to be done before the tile is in. If the flange is a little lower than the tile, you can add an extra bowl wax to ensure the seal. Or you might experiment with spacing the flange up. If you keep it up 1/2" above the concrete you would not be too far off. But you want to make sure that the flange is secured and will not move. So I prefer to just deal with a low flange. Glad this was helpful!
@CitizenShane2 жыл бұрын
Where you located? I'm a service plumber wanting to master dwv installs. Need more info on dwv!
@plumber-tom94702 жыл бұрын
I am located in Utah.
@joe-zj8js10 ай бұрын
Uh I'm late to the party but wouldn't an inside pipe cutter be easier than using a sawzall?
@plumber-tom947010 ай бұрын
That’s a great option. Just watch out that the inside cutter does not go down the drain.
@geslergarcia9807 Жыл бұрын
absolutetly!👍good job!
@plumber-tom9470 Жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot!
@normanjones8218 Жыл бұрын
Hi Tom, this is an excellent video. My problem is similar to John Paul's. The toilet flange totally rusted away (home is 22 years old). The subfloor/foundation is concrete and the flooring is ceramic tile. The offset pipe has a lip on it and is about 1/2" above the tile. I have a few questions. 1. Did I observe correctly that flange screws (brass) were installed in the wet cement, which means no drilling after the concrete sets, because they are set into the cement. If in the future the flange had to be replaced again, would they screw out? 2. Which flange is best for this repair? 3. Do I need to address the flange being 1/2" above the tile flooring after install, if so, what do I need to do? Thanks
@plumber-tom9470 Жыл бұрын
Hello. Good questions. 1. Yes. I cemented the brass screws in. I made that up. You could just pour cement and drip in some anchors. But I like my method. It would be more involved later. Those brass screws will not be coming out without breaking cement again. But the brass should last a long time which is why I used them. 2. Flange will depend on what type and size of pipe you have. If you don’t need to change the center then you will not need an offset flange. The most important thing will be to make sure it is anchored well. You can purchase metal repair flanges that you can anchor in without breaking out cement if you are just needing to repair the flange. 3. If your flange is above the floor, you can use a single wax. If it holds the toilet up a little bit then you can add shims, but I try not to shim more than 1/4”. The repair flange I mentioned would be tight to the tile. Most plumbing suppliers would carry those of you are looking for one. Good luck!
@smirkinatu55127 ай бұрын
Some off set toilet flanges seem more restrictive than others and can create a restriction to a loaded flush.
@plumber-tom94707 ай бұрын
True statement. Thanks for watching.
@mattlageorge2339 Жыл бұрын
I have to move 5 over in a bad townhouse rough-in. Radiant under floor. How long did 1 take you?
@plumber-tom9470 Жыл бұрын
Took about six hours not including time at suppliers. I worked on it for two days.
@23Funvids5 ай бұрын
Serious question s im about to have to do this....why not just buy the one that fits inside the drain pipe?
@plumber-tom94705 ай бұрын
The outlet does fit inside of a pipe, but it is necessary to remove the material from the existing pipe to provide room for the offset.
@vinaykumar-wg6tk Жыл бұрын
Good job sir ,pipe ke dono dewar se duri batao
@plumber-tom9470 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@LeboD2 жыл бұрын
What type of concrete do you use? Is it a fast set? I have to install an offset flange. Your mix looks a little wet. I'd like to do the same so it flows better.
@plumber-tom94702 жыл бұрын
Hello. Thanks for watching. I just use Quikcrete from Lowe's. It was probably a bit wetter than they would recommend, but I am not the best at guessing proportions. In this case, I agree that it fills in well when it is wet.
@ryancayabyab62317 күн бұрын
What is the brand of toilet flange. Please share the catalog
@plumber-tom947010 күн бұрын
There are a variety of options. Charlotte Pipe is good. You should do a search for specs online.
@scottzeller4884 Жыл бұрын
My toilet tank is too close to the wall in a finished bathroom (new construction). As a result, the tank top is not seated properly. Is this an option to move the toilet forward 1 to 2 inches? Thank you.
@plumber-tom9470 Жыл бұрын
Several options for you. Option 1: 10" rough toilet. Most toilets are made for a flange that centers 12" from the wall. However, manufacturers do produce a version of some of their toilets that are made for flanges that are as close as 10" from the wall. Sometimes they modify the bowl, or just produce a more narrow tank that would fit on the same bowl. You might look into those options for the toilet you have, or replace the toilet. Option 2: tear into the floors or ceilings below to move the toilet flange by repiping. Not fun! But also not impossible. Option 3: Ignore the lid. Put something decorative on top so it is less noticeable. I recommend option 1.
@level1selamat155 Жыл бұрын
Just did this but sluggish flush after a week possible due to poor air backflow, air trapped.
@plumber-tom9470 Жыл бұрын
Could be venting issues or problems farther down the drain.
@profuse0076 ай бұрын
Toilet offset flange reduces the pipe diameter
@plumber-tom94705 ай бұрын
True
@teffyvargas59162 жыл бұрын
My toilet is 1 inch too far from wall but have a tight space between sink and tub would this work
@plumber-tom94702 жыл бұрын
Hello. Thanks for watching. Yes, the offset flange should help you move the center over one inch. As you install the flange, you can measure from the wall and turn it to a position that places the center where you want it.
@CGPhotos Жыл бұрын
Good info, ditch the music in your future videos
@plumber-tom9470 Жыл бұрын
Noted!
@FredColberg-jk5yp Жыл бұрын
First of all, what a hack. Second I hope they're not putting down tile in that bathroom
@plumber-tom9470 Жыл бұрын
Actually, they did. It turned out nice. Any suggestions on what how to do it better? If you are referring to the second half of the video, they put the frame wall in the wrong place. It was bearing the stairs so they refused to move it. I really do try hard to get my pipes in the right place. I check and double check measurements, but sometimes things happen that are out of a plumber's control. I do my best to make things right if I mess up.
@ron42743 ай бұрын
Agreed! I've seen some shockingly bad amateur work, and that cut ranks among the worst. If he's a pro, he should be embarrassed. And DIY'ers should look elsewhere for tips & advice.