01-22-2012, 06:23 AM
jwb Wrote:My current thinking is that any complication at all in the plumber having access will add to the perceived complexity of the job and thus his bill. Still leaning toward just leaving it out there.

Too late for that...but don't worry the plumber will bring his best friend and trusty helper Mr. Sawzall to make his life as easy as possible. I, of course, am just kidding, but seriously have you ever seen some plumbers work....

My concern would be the spinning snake, that he would be using in that clean out to remove any obstruction, splattering shi....um...well...hum...you know, all over.


Hopefully you will never need it, but if you do, I would protect the layout with layers of plastic and drop cloths.
Mark