Checking for leaks

Pete Novak

I'm in the process of tearing up an old concrete/wood floor that appears to have some single pipe steam pipes running through. The floor and hence system has to be upwards of 80 years old, so I was thinking if the floor is out, should I change the pipes, too? Once I lay the cement, I don't want to "un-lay" it to change some pipes. Is an external inspection fine, is an inside bore scope necessary, or should I just replace them anyways? There's about forty feet of 1-1/4 pipe to replace.

Pete Novak

I'm in the process of tearing up an old concrete/wood floor that appears to have one single pipe steam pipe running through. The floor and hence system has to be upwards of 80 years old, so I was thinking if the floor is out, should I change the pipes, too? Once I lay the cement, I don't want to "un-lay" it to change some pipes. Is an external inspection fine, is an inside bore scope necessary, or should I just replace them anyways? There's about forty feet of 1-1/4 pipe to replace. Thanks.

Pete Novak

I'm in the process of tearing up an old concrete/wood floor that appears to have one single pipe steam pipe running through. The floor and hence system has to be upwards of 80 years old, so I was thinking if the floor is out, should I change the pipes, too? Once I lay the cement, I don't want to tear it up to change some pipes. Is an external inspection fine, is an inside bore scope necessary, or should I just replace them anyways? There's about forty feet of 1-1/4 pipe to replace. Thanks.

Dan Peel

If in doubt

pull it out. Dan

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kevin_5

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Pete, I would bet that 40" of pipe is the cheapest insurance you've ever bought (or sold) Kevin

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kevin_5

Change it!

Pete, I would bet that 40" of pipe is the cheapest insurance you've ever bought. (or sold) Kevin

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jeff cook

Replace them while the floor is open

one pipe system needs to have a clear path for the condenced water to return back to the boiler. After 80 years I bet if you did look at the ID you would find at least one third of the pipe's inside wall has deposits and has heavy oydidation.

J.C.A._2

I agree

May as well save yourself some headaches down the line .The real reason for me would be ,why take the chance ? It's open, use the time and space to do it right .

I've found too many lines that look fine but the goo is the only thing holding the water in . Good luck . Chris

Pete Novak

consider it done

Alright. I'm going to do it. If you can, check my latest post for the details on this project. Thanks