Leak From Bathtub Overflow

Suspect a leak from the bathtub overflow? Not surprised, it's actually a common leak on older bathtubs. The complaint is "water leaks when I take a shower" or when the tub is filled beyond the overflow. There is a gasket that sits between the overflow pipe and the back of the bathtub. Over time they'll dry out, crack and develop leaks. A little tricky to do, but with some basic tools and materials you can stop that annoying leak and may not have to call the plumber. A leak from the bathtub overflow? Check out the video to find the correct fix and discover some new techniques that could make a tricky repair go smoothly. I'll leave links in the description below for all the products featured in this video. Happy Plumbing. Bob. NEWS BULLETIN: I FAILED TO MAKE AN EDIT AT 24:34 / 24:55 OF ME SCREWING UP. APOLOGIZES, BUT I LEFT IT IN RATHER THAN DELETE AND RE-UPLOAD THE VIDEO. BOB SESSA BlueVue Overflow Gasket Kit with Trip Lever Overflow Cover, Chrome https://amzn.to/3xM90gj BlueVue 3-1/4" Overflow Gasket Kit with Trip Lever Overflow Cover, Chrome https://amzn.to/3gJJGC5 Watco Bathtub Stopper and Drain, Grid Strainer https://amzn.to/3vOft9e My Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/bobsplumb... Disclaimer: My Videos are provided for informational purposes only. All material provided within this website is for informational, educational, & entertainment purposes only. Some of these projects, materials, and techniques may not be appropriate for all ages or skill levels. The plumbing instruction used here is used to simply break down jobs into their simplest steps. Please use a clear mind and use all safety precautions following the tutorials provided by this site. I do not make any claims of the safety of the projects, techniques, or resources listed on this site and will not take responsibility for what you do with the information provided by this site. Viewers must be aware by doing projects on their homes they are doing it at their own risk and Bob's Plumbing Videos cannot be held liable if they cause any damage to their homes. With different codes around the world and constantly changing standards, regulations, and rules, it is the sole responsibility of the viewer to educate themselves on their local requirements before undertaking any sort of project. That being said Bob's Plumbing Videos cannot claim liability with all applicable laws, rules, codes, and regulations for a project. Be safe, have fun with your plumbing repairs, and ALWAYS stay informed with your local building code. *NOTE: This description above contains affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at NO COST TO YOU. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in NO WAY obligated to use these links. Thank you for your support!