The majority of mainline problems don’t require sewer excavation. Most can be solved with “no-dig” drain cleaning/clearing techniques like cabling or Hydro Jetting. However, there are issues — such as burst or cracked pipes — that make the more expensive sewer excavation unavoidable. Here are…
French drain mistakes happen all the time during installation, especially for do-it-yourselfers. Knowing the four most common mistakes will help you get through the process like a pro. What is a French Drain? A French drain is simply just a gravel trench with a pipe…
Push-to-connect fittings are universal pipe fittings that can be installed without the use of special tools. A mechanism inside the fitting locks the pipe using pressure inside the plumbing system. There is no need for soldering, crimping, or gluing. This type of fitting is also…
Solvent cement, often known as PVC glue, is a type of adhesive that people use to form an airtight seal between PVC pipe and connection fittings. You can use solvent cement to join pieces of PVC pipe and fittings. It’s a simple process that you…
Okay, DIYers, I’m going to really test your plumbing skills on this 2-handle shower faucet replacement tutorial. But every now and then, a solid challenge is what we all need, right? 😉 You’ll need at least intermediate skills and plumbing experience for this plumbing project….
If you’ve ever needed to make a plumbing repair on a leaking pipe hidden behind a wall — such as a bathtub drain or shower valve — then you have experience with an access hole in drywall. Cutting into the wall is something we’ve all…