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Remove the Broken Flange

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Removing A Poured Lead Joint On Cast Iron Flange #plumbing #helpingothers #hacks

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What happens here

Once the flange is sufficiently broken and pried loose, it can be removed from the drain. Carefully lift the large broken piece of the flange and any remaining lead fragments out of the opening. The old lead seal may come out with the flange or in separate pieces.

Goal: Clear the drain opening

Tools and materials

  • Rag/Towel — To plug the drain pipe to prevent debris from falling in and sewer gas from escaping

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I think I started at the thickest portion of the lead, for sure. Look, boom, they're lucky it just kind of comes out like a coiled snake.

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