How to Repair a PVC Nail in a Pipe With Epoxy Putty

PVC is a hardened plastic that is used in houses for the manufacture and installation of sewer lines. Though the pipes are strong and durable, small cracks or other damage can occur over time, and the pipe can even rupture if heavy weights are accidentally placed on it. This can lead to leaks, which produce health hazards. In the case of a nail puncturing the pipe, the hole left can easily be repaired with epoxy putty.

Things You'll Need

• Fine sandpaper
• Rubber gloves

Instructions

1. Pull out the nail from the PVC pipe with pliers. Sand around the hole 2 inches on all sides.

2. Cut a section of putty from its tube. Kneed the putty until it changes to one solid color.

3. Place the putty onto the pipe over the hole, making sure that it covers the pipe 1 inch in every direction from the hole. Wait one hour for the putty to fully harden before using the sewer pipe.

Tips & Warnings

• After kneading the putty, you have three minutes to apply it to the pipe before it begins to cure.

• Put on rubber gloves before handling the putty.

References

• EpoxyGator: Applying Epoxy