You’d think knowing how to use plumber’s tape (also called Teflon tape) is easy. But so many people do it incorrectly, we thought we’d review the right way to use it. And yes, it is easy! But like riding a bike, if you’ve never taught…
I was replacing my outdoor faucet last week and came across an issue I didn’t realize I had — hanging pipes in my crawl space. Unfortunately, long pipe runs are affected by the weight of water and gravity. Without proper support, these sagging pipes can…
Is there a safe, sure-fire way to naturally unclog a drain? We get it; no one wants to call their plumber every time a drain gets clogged. Nor do you need to. But with so many DIY products on the shelf, choosing one can be…
In our previous article, we showed you how to remove a threaded pipe that was old, corroded, and needed replacement. It’s the first in a two-part series. Today, we get to the fun part — installing a new threaded steel pipe. Let’s get started. Getting…
Did you know that “how to use drain snake” (or a plastic hair snake) is searched nearly 4,000 times a month on Google? It’s even more than that for “unclog a bathroom sink.” The drain/hair snake seems to be in high demand these days by…
Broken pipes, whether they are inside your home or underground, are never good. It can lead to various problems that can quickly cause damage to your home. Let’s go over some information to help you solve this issue. What Causes a Cracked Pipe? The reason…
