I’m getting ready to rough in the drain lines of my house with PVC. I’m in central PA and it’s been cold lately 10 to 20 degrees. Even with construction heaters it’s still cold in the house.
I know with cold temps you must go a little slower with the PVC drying process.
My question is, Do you think it’s okay to run the drains this time of year with these temps? I will be pressure testing afterwards.
Thanks
Roy
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For sure I know if you put the can of cement in your bucket buddy, when it warms up it will expand and come out. That green stuff for shower pans makes the worst looking mess. What's it say on the can? Joe H
The can says at lower temp. to let it dry longer. The supply house says it's good to zero. But as you know what they say and what is the truth are two different things.
I'm going to rough things in and just be paranoid until I air test it. Then bitch like crazy if something goes wrong! The usual routine.
Thanks
Roy
I only have manufacturer's literature for E-Z Weld brand. Their standard PVC cement can be applied between 32°F and 110°F. Their PVC Wet Dry Cement can be applied between 10°F and 110°F.
I'm skeptical of clerks in supply houses unless they show me the manufacturer's literature. If the can doesn't say, call the manufacturer or check their web site.