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Learning about plumbing can save you a midnight call to the plumber. Find out basic plumbing tips to fix a toilet, sink or drain.
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When temperatures drop below freezing, homeowners are advised to leave one tap dripping overnight. But does this advice hold up, or is it kind of leaky?
If you live in an apartment building, you're sure to see a sign put up by management to keep your faucet dripping when the weather report forecasts freezing temperatures. But why is that? How does a dripping tap keep pipes from bursting?
You just bought a new dishwasher and would like to install it yourself. Learn about how to install a dishwasher in this article.
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You'd like to remove your mildewed silicone caulking. Learn about how to remove silicone caulking in this article.
There are six types of pipe wrenches. Learn how to use a pipe wrench from this article.
After you try to wipe away debris by hand, pour water down the drain and use a plunger, it’s time to turn to a chemical drain cleaner. Learn more about effective ways to clean drains from this article.
You're ready to do some plumbing work in your house, and have to learn how to solder copper. This article will help you learn how to solder copper.
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You need to unglue PVC pipe, but you’re not sure how to do it. Learn about how to unglue a PVC pipe in this article.
The handle on your toilet broke and needs replacing. Here's a quick lesson on how to replace a toilet handle.
There are times when you'd like to remove your tub drain stopper. Learn about how to remove a tub drain stopper in this article.
You'd like to unclog your sink by yourself, but don't know how. Learn how to unclog a sink in this article.
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Be the master of your domain and fix your leaky bathtub faucet yourself. Learn about how to fix a leaky bathtub faucet in this article.
Knowing how to unclog a toilet can come in handy. Learn how to unclog a toilet in this article.
Sewage that is left untreated can have a deadly impact on the environment. Learn how dangerous sewage is in this article.
A bit of basic septic- tank maintenance can save you thousands of dollars down the road. You can learn how easy it is to maintain a septic tank from the following article.
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Changing a drain trap is the kind of job you can do yourself without paying a plumber. Learn more about replacing a drain pipe on your own from this article.
The homes and buildings in urban areas produce a lot of waste water that needs to be cleaned before it can be discharged. Learn how urban waste water treatment facilities work in this article.
While pipe replacement should be carried out by a professional, there are pipe repairs that DIY plumbers can do alone. Learn how you can fix your own pipes in this article.
It's not much fun dealing with clogged drains, but in many cases you don't need to pay a plumber to fix them for you. Learn how you can unblock drains yourself in this article.
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Replacing a drain trap is easy if you follow the proper steps.
Discussing what goes on in the bathroom is considered taboo in many social circles, but you should be having frank discussions about your waste if you own a septic tank. What's the protocol for dealing with fecal matter?
No one knows for sure, but chances are, it would make a terrible mess.
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Learn how to fix a shower head in this article, whether your problem lies in the shower head itself or in the swivel portion. You'll find tips here.
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Recaulking bathroom and kitchen fixtures ensures water won't seep into openings and damage any walls. Learn how to recaulk plumbing fixtures here.
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Plumbing is hidden away behind your walls, bringing water in and taking it back out. It may seem mysterious and complicated. Learn about the workings of plumbing, and discover easy repairs you can make yourself.
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