A rough-in plumbing diagram is a sketch for all the plumbing pipes, pipe fittings, drains and vent piping. This plumbing diagram might be required for a building permit. This isometric diagram will help determine if all your plumbing meets code.
Tim Carter helps YouTuber Paul, of the 7seveng7 channel, diagnose and fix his leaking toilet. Over the phone, while Tim is up on the roof. Replacing the toilet flapper valve is one toilet repair you can do yourself.
Hot water heaters are used in just about everyone's home. Below are some of the water heater manufacturers. Call them or check their web sites for additional product information.
A water heater recirculating pump can get hot water to your bathroom when you need, without delays. Tim Carter shows one pump with a great built-in timer.
Tim Carter demonstrates how to get a leak free fit for plumbing when using PVC pipe and fittings with primer and PVC cement. Your PVC pipe projects will go better with these PVC fittings tips.
Tim Carter shows you how to expertly prep and join PVC piping for a non-leak connection. Working with PVC piping is not as hard as juggling. These tips will help you get a leak free joint when using PVC glue.
Tim Carter demonstrates how to solder copper tubing and fittings. Be sure to clean the copper fittings before applying the flux. Follow these tips for a leak-free joint.
Tim Carter, of AsktheBuilder.com, demonstrates the easiest way to correct water leaks. Faucet repairs are easier with newer supply lines.
Tim Carter, of AsktheBuilder.com, demonstrates some helpful installation tips for gas water heaters and electric water heaters. Replace the pressure relief valve when replacing the hot water heater.
Bathroom exhaust fans don't have to be in the bathroom ceiling. You can have a bathroom fan that works like a central vacuum system, where the motor is hidden up in your attic so the bathroom fans are whisper quiet. Tim Carter walks you through the basics of these new bathroom fans.
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