If you think turning your basement into a shower is impossible, then think again.
The advances in plumbing technologies facilitate this possibility, even if in the absence of a basement drain. So, today, my guide will give you an overall idea of how to install a shower in a basement without drain. Read on!
If the drainage system of your home is above the basement level and the basement doesn’t have a dedicated drain, then the best way to go about it is to install an up-flush system. This will help direct the water from the basement to the main drainage system of your home.
Another advantage of an up-flush system is that it prevents you from breaking or damaging the floor. And this is something you’d want to avoid at all costs, especially if the floor is made of concrete.
However, check the house plan to see if the contractor or architect has made provisions for installing showers or toilets. If not, then an up-flush system will come to your rescue.
For your better understanding, I have listed the various stages of the process from when I got a shower installed in my basement.
During the first stage, the electric, gas, and water lines are carefully installed and concealed below the flooring such that their ends remain easily accessible. This is done to ensure that any future fixture or outlet installations can be done without any hassle.
Besides, both showers and toilets can be easily hooked up to existing stub-outs.
If there are no plumbing stub-outs, the other option is to install an up-flush drainage system. It comprises a pump, which directs the water held in a tank or tub to the main drainage line of the home.
However, you just can’t bring home any up-flush system; you will first have to ensure that its depth matches the available space. Moreover, it should come with a pump that’s operated by a float and switch mechanism. This will help dispose of all the excess water stored in the tank.
You can also build a slightly elevated wooden base and install the flush system using some concrete. Generally, the required elevation is ¼-inch per foot of piping, meaning the shower stall will be at a height of about 6 inches.
The shower and other bathroom fixtures can be installed following the instructions of the up-flush system.
I’d strongly recommend hiring professionals for this job, as it can be pretty overwhelming for first-time DIYers. Another tip that I found really useful was installing the basement shower exactly beneath the bathroom shower to align the water supply and drain lines.
With that, I will sign off for the day. Take care!
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