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Soldering Safety: 5 Tips To Sweat A Pipe Without Harming Yourself!

Soldering Safety: 5 Tips To Sweat A Pipe Without Harming Yourself!

Soldering a copper pipe is downright dangerous if you don’t follow our 5 soldering safety tips. The solder and propane torch are both hot enough to instantly burn flesh. So, here’s a fast, easy primer...

Older Bathroom With A Drum Trap? (Here’s How To Clear It!)

Older Bathroom With A Drum Trap? (Here’s How To Clear It!)

Many older bathrooms have a removable metal cap on the floor which covers a drum trap. It’s usually located near the tub. Just like any trap in your home, it can get clogged and needs...

How to Successfully Remove Tree Roots from Sewer Lines: A Complete Guide

How to Successfully Remove Tree Roots from Sewer Lines: A Complete Guide

Tree roots invading sewer lines can be a nightmare for homeowners. They cause slow drains, unpleasant odors, and even sinkholes in your yard. Left untreated, roots can crack pipes, leading to expensive repairs. The good...

Need to Remove a Bathroom Sink Stopper? (It’s So Easy!)

Need to Remove a Bathroom Sink Stopper? (It’s So Easy!)

Sometimes, learning a new DIY plumbing trick is complex. And then there’s learning how to remove bathroom sink stoppers (also called pop-ups). Why would you even want to do this? Sometimes, it’s easier to clean...

How To Remove (And Install) a Wall-Mounted Sink In 2 Steps!

How To Remove (And Install) a Wall-Mounted Sink In 2 Steps!

Learning how to remove a wall-mounted sink is super easy. In fact, removing and installing one can be done in just 2 steps! What is a Wall-Mounted Sink? A wall-mounted sink is like any other...

The Best Guide to Choosing the Perfect Garbage Disposal for Your Home

The Best Guide to Choosing the Perfect Garbage Disposal for Your Home

A garbage disposal is one of those kitchen appliances that makes life easier—until it stops working. Whether you’re upgrading your current unit or installing one for the first time, choosing the right model can be...

Leak Detection: How Homeowners Can Find and Prevent Costly Water Leaks

Leak Detection: How Homeowners Can Find and Prevent Costly Water Leaks

Introduction Water leaks are one of the most common and expensive problems homeowners face. If ignored, they can lead to structural damage, mold growth, and high utility bills. The good news? With the right knowledge...

How To Loosen A Stuck Cleanout Plug (4 Brilliant DIY Hacks!)

How To Loosen A Stuck Cleanout Plug (4 Brilliant DIY Hacks!)

Two or more clogged or sluggish drains often are the result of a blockage in your main drain. Unfortunately, you might find yourself up against a fused or stuck cleanout plug when you try to...

Sweating Pipes: Soldering A Copper Pipe Joint Step-by-Step

Sweating Pipes: Soldering A Copper Pipe Joint Step-by-Step

The cure for sweating pipes that leak at the joint is to take the joint apart and resolder it (also called sweating). I’m going to show you — step-by-step — exactly how to do it...

The Best Guide to Plumbing Stacks: Everything You Need to Know

The Best Guide to Plumbing Stacks: Everything You Need to Know

Your home’s plumbing system is more than just pipes under sinks and drains in bathrooms. A network of pipes runs through your house, all relying on one essential component—the plumbing stack. This vertical pipe, often...

The Critical Importance of Regular Sewer Inspections for Your Home

The Critical Importance of Regular Sewer Inspections for Your Home

If you’ve ever dealt with a clogged drain or a slow-flushing toilet, you know how frustrating plumbing issues can be. But what if there was a way to detect sewer problems before they became a...

How to Fix a Leaky Shower Head: A Step-by-Step Guide

How to Fix a Leaky Shower Head: A Step-by-Step Guide

That constant drip-drip-drip isn’t just irritating—it’s also a major water waster! If your shower head is leaking, don’t worry. With a few simple tools and a little patience, you can fix it yourself in no...