With warm weather approaching and spring on the horizon, it is time to start dewinterizing your home. You’ll want to begin this process by first learning how to dewinterize a hose bib, also called an...
When stem faucets develop a leak, the problem is usually easy to fix. Most often, it’s a drip from the spout or a leak around the base. But what are they? To the beginner, a...
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...
You’ve probably heard of compression fittings, but what is a flare fitting? Like compression fittings, are useful in places where it’s difficult to solder a joint. So, it’s a handy solution for hard-to-solder situations involving...
No one wants to find out that they have plumbing problems in their brand new house. The best way to avoid them is to know what to look out for before you buy. Today, we’re...
The faucet diverter valve is the most delicate component of your entire tub and shower faucet or kitchen faucet. Unfortunately, it can clog up, and even a clean valve won’t work if its covering fills...
It doesn’t happen often, but at one time or another, you might need to shut down your plumbing system. In other words, how do you properly put all of the water-using fixtures, appliances, faucets, and...
If you’ve ever watched a plumber solder a pipe joint, then you’ve seen him use plumbing flux. But what the heck is it and how can you use it in your DUY projects? Let’s find...
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...
Why put salt down the drain? Great question. Glad you asked. Not long ago, stories on the internet trended with articles like, “Pour Salt Down Your Drain, Here’s Why!” But no one ever explained why....
To replace toilet supply lines yourself, you’ll need a trip to the hardware store with about $50-$150 in your wallet and less than 60 minutes of labor. Doesn’t sound so bad, right? I’m going to...
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...
