Shower drain pipe settled below drain pan outlet, causing a gap that existing rubber gasket failed to seal, and plumbers are stumped on how to repair without demolition.

Workarounds Described

• used rubber gasket wedged between brass stub and PVC (failed)
• plumbers propose complete bathroom remodel as only solution
• homeowner suggests 3D printing a TPU funnel as personal hack

DrainGap Fixer

DrainGap Fixer is a specialized adjustable coupling that bridges vertical gaps between shower drain stubs and settled PVC pipes without requiring demolition. It features a compressible, expandable seal that locks into place, providing a watertight connection even when the pipe has dropped an inch or two. Unlike standard Fernco couplings, it is designed to accommodate the specific geometry of shower pan drains and can be installed through the existing drain opening.

Existing Solutions Mentioned