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DIY Plumbing Tips

Installing new plumbing on any DIY plumbing project is easier and cleaner than repairing old plumbing or unclogging drain problems, so don’t be afraid to tackle these projects.
    Before you add any plumbing to your house, make sure that it all meets your local code requirements. Your local building department will have all the information that you need to design your plumbing system. Read more…

Kitchen Plumbing

Some plumbing items to keep in mind when doing your next job. Most homeowners can do their own kitchen plumbing design, installation, and repairs. When you are working with kitchen plumbing, you need to remember that normal plumbing concepts prevail, and that simpler is always better. Read more…

PEX Piping Can Make Anyone a DIY Plumber

PEX Piping is versatile and a synch to install. For the small house DIYer PEX can be a cash-saving dream. For years, DIY plumbing has been the bane of even the bravest DIY homeowners. Digging into walls? Sweating joints? Soldering? No thanks. Read more…

Plumbing Basics

There are two main concepts to consider with regard to plumbing basics and constructing a properly functioning plumbing system. The supply lines allow access to fresh water and the waste lines dispense of used water into the septic system. Read more…

Plumbing Problems

A brain surgeon called a plumber to fix a plumbing problem that he was having in his house. After the plumber had fixed the problem and given his bill to the surgeon, the brain surgeon exclaimed, “This bill is outrageous. It’s more than I charge for doing brain surgery!” The plumber replied, “It’s more than I used to make performing brain surgery, too.” Read more…

Plumbing Supplies You Should Have on Hand for Emergencies

Every DIY homeowner should have some emergency repair plumbing supplies on hand to be able to quickly repair common plumbing problems that occur in the home. These basic plumbing supplies are inexpensive and take up very little room in the garage or basement, but could save you a lot of inconvenience or clean-up. Read more…

Toilet Plumbing Problems

The modern toilet is a fairly simple device that has made life much easier for people the world over. Read more…




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