Is hot mop a shower pan vs liner?
A shower liner can puncture much more easily than a hot mop shower pan which is made from liquid heated tar and three layers of roofing grade felt. The heated tar is applied to the shower pan and fully seals, waterproofs, and protects much better than a shower pan liner.
Do plumbers replace shower pans?
Plumbers generally install the shower liner, new drain trap and strainer. In the old days, when lead and copper were used, you wouldn’t expect the tile person to install the pan… Shower liners here are part of the rough plumbing inspection, I would not want the tile person to be responsible for my work.
Will insurance cover leaking shower pan?
Leaking drains and shower pans are also common sources of water. If there is policy coverage, it usually covers the damages caused by the water but does not pay to repair the damaged or broken water line or appliance. If it comes up, it is usually not covered.” The exception to this is the backup of sewers or drains.
Does hot mop crack?
However, over time, due to age and the thickness that the hot mopping is put on, it cracks and causes leaking. It is essentially like roofing tar, so is susceptible to aging and cracking/drying.
What is the next step after hot mop?
Tile Backer and Mud Base: Once the hot mop is complete, the next step is to put up the tile backer and base. Laying tile is a state regulated trade that requires a license for jobs in excess of $500.
Do tile guys install shower pans?
Re: Shower pan install: who does what? Plumbers are the pipe and fitting guys. Tile jobs are for tile guys. Thier job is to make it water tight to the drain opening, the rest is ours.
Can you replace shower pan without removing tile?
You can’t remove the pan without damaging the surrounding walls or tile, so make sure you’re prepared to patch or redo your shower walls.