Category: Plumbing
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How To – Cleaning Clogged Drains And Pipes
Every home will eventually have a clogged drain there is really not much you can do to prevent it so it is important that you prepare for the situation, not panic when it happens and have the tools you need to get things working again. Although in some cases you may need to call in…
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How To – Replacing Plumbing Vent Pipe Roof Flashing
Every sink or appliance in your home that exits water into your sewer system needs to have a vent pipe that extends up through the roof of your home. The reason vents are required is to allow fresh air into the waste line behind the water when you flush a toilet or drain a sink…
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How To – Sharkbite Fittings for Solderless Plumbing Connections
These new fittings have to be the biggest innovation in plumbing since PVC. The best thing about using Sharkbite Fittings is that one fitting can accept three different types of pipe. No more need for transitions or mixing and matching fitting at a connection location. One Sharkbite Fitting can accept and mix and match CPVC…
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How To – Repairing Water Heater Leaks
Even well performing water heaters can have leaks this is one reason that you should perform inspections of your water heater at minimum every six months. A leaking water heater can be very unsettling because the first thing that enters your mind is the expense to replace the tank. Not only that but because the…
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How To – Choosing A Kitchen Water Filter
Water filters have made their way into many homes today. Many of us have grown accustomed to bottled water for drinking while out of home and want that same fresh flavor for drinking and also for cooking. So what are some of the features that you should look for when purchasing a cost effective water…