Have a leak in PVC Pipe that is used for our inground pool?

Question

Our pvc pipe is leaking, what can we do to fix it? We've tried the epoxy doesn't really work. What can we use? There is just so much pressure.

It's where one pipe goes into another and its just squirting water everywhere. Then we put some sort of glue around it and it still squirts out but just a little pin hole size so now we took all that gunk off and needing some help with what to put on there that will actually help! Please let me know we need to get our pool up and running thanks

Answer 1

Replace the joint. It is too easy to do that to fool around with trying to fix a leak.

Answer 2

as your leak is from the pool and it sounds like you don't have a  way to shut off the water from the pool. it would seem you have two options .one is to drain the pool or the other is to try and repair the problem while the pool is filled with water .and i guessing you are wanting to try to repair  while the pool is full and not have to refill the pool  .a few products to try in the links below

Answer 3

You're going to have to replace the entire joint.  I would call the pool company so they could do it but it's not rocket science.  

Answer 4

the best thing to do is replace the bad parts.  Be sure to use PVC primer and glue when reconnecting.  I don't know of any fix for a leak other than that.

Answer 5

its a very simple fix

Cut using a recipicator with fine blade, hack saw or PVC cutter, and then use a deburring tool or the tip of the saw to remove any rough edges, especially from the inside of the pipe. Dry fit the pipes together to ensure that they are a good fit before applying solvent cement. Mark out exactly where the pipes will be joined together as once you apply the cement you will need to act quickly.

Joining PVC pipes is a two step process. Firstly a primer is applied, its usually purple in color and its purpose is to clean the area and begins a chemical reaction with the pipe. Spread primer on the outside of the pipe and on the inside of the fitting. Next spread cement over the same areas of the piping. Once the cement has been applied insert the pipe and hold for a few seconds for the cement to set, I usually count to about 20. Always work in a well ventilated area and wear a face mask, as these chemicals can have quite a powerful odor. Run some water through the join to ensure that a good seal has been made.

Answer 6

Check out www.pipesdownunder.com

Tell them Brad C. in Columbus, OH sent you.

Good luck!

Answer 7

they have a kit with a roll of fiberglass like cloth that you wrap around pipe then seal with an epoxy coating the two form a chemical reaction that hardens and seals leak...the product is called leakseal I believe not sure

Answer 8

Um, you could try getting a new pipe?

And you cannot put epoxy on a pipe that still has water running through it. You need to also mix it properly and let it set on the pipe for 24 hours.