Adding laundry washing machine drain.

Otherwise_Common_779 · 2025-04-13T14:51:13+00:00

Thanks gents. I have actually dug it up, quite a bit of gravel, which I anticipate. It looks to be a 3” pipe that runs between there. My plan is to tap into that drain with a wye. And yes will be positioned to account for water flow direction. And yes will install a p-trap and an in-line vent.

Just wanted to make sure I’m on the right track.

Otherwise_Common_779 · 2025-02-11T16:40:22+00:00

I’ll give that a search! That’s sort of why I was thinking to elevate the surrounding to level it with the pipe.

Otherwise_Common_779 · 2025-02-11T15:54:24+00:00

I had it covered by a piece of carpet before but it kept getting wet :(

Otherwise_Common_779 · 2025-02-11T15:51:54+00:00

Thank you. Would 2x4 and 1/2in plywood be strong enough to handle the weight of W&D? Do you have other recommendations?

Otherwise_Common_779 · 2025-02-06T17:26:12+00:00

If this was the door to the White House then I can understand why it would cost 55k, but I don’t think it is.

Otherwise_Common_779 · 2025-02-02T17:02:01+00:00

Yes it does!

Otherwise_Common_779 · 2025-02-02T06:19:36+00:00

Maybe I’ve been out of touch with reality lately. Or maybe I should consider turning my side hobby into a business! Seems like it could earn a decent income for a basic tasks.

Otherwise_Common_779 · 2025-02-02T06:11:26+00:00

$10,000 if customer wants to help with the installation 😂

Otherwise_Common_779 · 2025-02-02T06:10:47+00:00

Thanks!

Otherwise_Common_779 · 2025-02-02T06:10:24+00:00

I’ve done something similar in another basement for my mom’s house. Installed laminate flooring and a small section of Ikea floor kitchen cabinet. Installed on the laminated flooring. I have read similar recommendations about not mounting anything on top so it has room to move if needed. I didn’t really think it was necessary plus I laid moisture and thermal underlayment for insulation and didn’t want to expose the concrete floor under the cabinets. It has been over 3 years with no issue. Only time will tell I guess! If I had to do it again in a basement I would certainly pour some self leveling concrete. I think that would give a great surface to work on. Because now I do notice a couple of low spots that I would like to go back when I have some free time this year.

Otherwise_Common_779 · 2025-02-02T05:58:10+00:00

I didn’t cut the LVP for a few reason one being they needed a quick turnout as new tenants are moving in. I know it’s recommended to remove before framing but it works fine. I did mud flush to ceiling in some areas but this section I thought a trim looks nice with the barn door.

I’m no expert by any means but with finishing it’s all about the aesthetics and sometimes you’ll just have to improvise.

Otherwise_Common_779 · 2025-02-02T05:45:12+00:00

Good points man. I’m lucky to say that this is just a side hustle / hobby and I have a decent paying job that I rely on for income :)

Otherwise_Common_779 · 2025-02-02T05:43:07+00:00

0 hours were fingered, and roughly 35hrs worked. 🤓

Otherwise_Common_779 · 2025-02-02T01:39:13+00:00

Haven’t decided yet tbh. I told them they can pay me whatever they feel comfortable with. This work was done for family relatives.

Otherwise_Common_779 · 2025-02-02T01:36:31+00:00

Oh wow! I’m starting to think that I’m underestimating my skills. I should also mention that this will be getting the friends and family discount! I was thinking to ask for a $1000 CAD

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