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Septic Tank Pumping Tips
Your septic tank needs to be pumped out from time to time. But that time frame is based on a number of factors including the number of people in the household and the size of the septic tank system. read more... -
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Plumbing Vent Piping Tips
Vent pipes are needed to supply air to water pipes. Without proper air replacement, your drain lines could create a vacuum in the plumbing system. Be sure local regulations allow anyone other then licensed plumbers to do work on your plumbing vent piping. read more... -
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Pex Plumbing Tips
Because of the current economy, many homeowners are doing more of their own repairs, including plumbing. Be sure to check your local requirements, some areas only allow a licensed plumber to do the work. If you are allowed to work on your piping, here are some tips on working with pex plumbing tubing. read more... -
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Low Water Pressure
Water pressure in your home can vary. If you had high water pressure, then suddenly you experience low water flow, it can be from a restricted main water line feeding your home. If you suffer from point-of-use low water pressure, your kitchen or bathroom faucets might have a clogged water-use restrictor.
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Toilet Bowl Cleaner
There are a variety of toilet bowl cleaners available. Store-bought bathroom cleaners don’t always do the job completely. Muriatic acid is a strong toilet bowl cleaner, but requires special care when using it. A good toilet bowl brush will be needed when cleaning your toilet.
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Shower Faucets
Confused about shower faucets? Most tub and shower faucets have outlets for both the bathtub and a shower head. A dedicated bath shower faucet only comes with hot and cold-water inlets and one outlet for the shower head. Advancements in faucet technology have made most shower faucet repairs very easy. read more... -
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Septic Tank Cleaning
If your house has a septic tank, regular septic cleaning needs to be part of your schedule. Putting wrong materials into your septic system will create septic tank problems. Get a septic system inspection to be sure your septic system is being properly maintained. read more... -
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Bathtubs
When selecting a new bathtub or remodeling a bathroom, you have a variety of choices - corner bathtubs, cast iron bathtubs, clawfoot bathtubs. Other options include bathtub refinishing, such as bathtub reglazing, or walk-in bathtubs read more... -
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Toilet Parts
Replacing toilet parts is a job that most home owners can tackle. Flush toilet parts are readily available and most use similar replacement toilet parts. read more... -
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Tub Faucets
Selecting the right tub faucet is a major decision. There are antique tub faucets, roman tub faucets, claw foot tub faucets and more. But is the tub faucet the first item to select? Or is it the tub? read more... -
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Shower Head
Replacing a shower head, or if you have to fix a leaking shower head, is not a difficult job if you use the right tools. Shower heads can be a source of water leaks if the proper pipe sealant is not used. read more... -
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Steam Room
Nothing like a steam room for those aching muscles. Having a home steam room is a great way to enjoy the benefits of a steam room without heading for the gym. If you are not sure how to build a steam room, consider a prefabricated steam room. read more... -
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Tankless Water Heater
When it is time to replace your water heater, would a tankless water heater be the best alternative? Tankless water heaters cost more then standard hot water heaters. Be sure to consider the payback period on the tankless water heaters. read more... -
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Plumbing Tools
DIY plumbing can be a fun project, if you have the proper plumbing tools. Pipe cutters, propane torch and a hand-held flaring tool are just some of the tools needed for working with plumbing fittings and plumbing fixtures. Get the right do it yourself tools for your plumbing projects. read more... -
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Tub Faucets
Roman tub faucets are just one type of tub faucets. Most people have a bath tub faucet that sticks out of a wall. These fixtures must be high-quality, because they are difficult to replace. Tub and shower faucets are really made the same way as a standard tub faucet, so don't be confused when you see one. Traditional two-handled faucets with a knob for both hot and cold water are still made. read more... -
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Pot Filler Faucet
A pot filler faucet is a wonderful addition to your kitchen cooktop. My wife loves her new pot filler, since it saves half the work of carrying water around the kitchen. Pot filler faucets come in many different sizes and finishes, but there are very important steps to take when installing a pot filler faucet. The trouble is, there is no standard height to install a pot filler. read more... -
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Undermount Kitchen Sinks
Undermount kitchen sinks are sleek and gorgeous. Kitchen sinks that undermount below the countertop are perfect for granite, marble, solid surface or engineered stone countertops. A granite undermount kitchen sink is what I have in my own home. read more... -
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Copper Tubing
Copper pipe and copper tubing are phrases used by most people to describe the water pipes in their homes. Copper pipe fittings allow you to make turns and install the pipe around corners. People are often afraid of leaks and wonder how to sweat copper pipe. It is not that hard if you follow a few easy steps. New copper piping can last for generations if the water is not aggressive and the plumber wipes off all excess flux after soldering the copper fittings. read more... -
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Moen Faucets
Moen faucets can be found in my home. My family and I love the durability and styling of the newer Moen faucets. The bamboo faucet in our basement bathroom is a huge hit with friends, and the sleek polished-nickel finish of the main bathroom faucets is exquisite. read more...
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Delta Faucets
Delta faucets are great products. I installed Delta faucets in my own home years ago, and still have a few that work well. Faucets in a home can take lots of abuse, so you better buy a faucet that can withstand all of the torment and mistreatment you and your family will dish out. Be sure to buy extra replacement cartridges so they are handy in the event of an emergency. With the parts on hand, you can get a dripping faucet repaired in minutes instead of hours or days. read more...
