Plumbing Tips

Stop the high-pitched squeal from water pipes by replacing the shower head or adding a flow control valve. Or simply replace faucet parts with a…

Fix a torn splash guard on your garbage disposer by removing the disposer and installing a new guard. It's a quick and simple fix.

Main water shutoff valves can become clogged with mineral deposits and grit, causing slow leaks. With the right materials and correct procedure,…

Protect water lines running through crawl spaces or near outside walls with a chase made from rigid polystyrene foam and ventilated with warm…

Well water and some public water systems may contain tiny bits of sediment. Instead of an expensive filtration system, try a simple whole house…

Save money on water use by stopping plumbing leaks first. Then move on to replace low cost items like showerheads and toilets with lower water…

It's time to get rid of that drip-catching bucket under your kitchen sink. Whether your pipes need total replacement or just tightening, here’s…

This step-by-step guide shows you how to pull out your old dishwasher, slide in the new one, and make the new water, drain and electrical…

Tankless water heaters can save energy, but at a higher initial cost and they serve hot water one faucet at a time—so someone gets a cold…

Make gas line connections from steel or copper pipes to ranges and clothes dryers safe and secure by using the proper fittings and connections.…

If your ejection pump fails, check for a bad switch before deciding to replace the pump or calling a plumber. You can replace the switch…

Convert your propane grill to natural gas to make sure the fuel doesn’t run out. We show you how to use a special conversion kit. You’ll also…

Fix the 4 most common causes of leaks under the toilet. With the right parts it's easier (and cheaper) than you think.

The plumbing hookups on a water softener can be confusing, but we'll show you how the connections should be made. You don't have to be a…

When hose connection vacuum breakers start to spray water, it's a sign they need replacing—and for that you'll need a metal drill…

A leaking frost-proof faucet can waste a lot of water, but fixes are simple, whether the problem is the faucet stem washer assembly, the vacuum…

You can install a solar hot water kit yourself to supplement your existing system and save on energy costs. The system will often pay for itself…

Control the hot water temperature at faucets and showers that don't have anti-scald valves by installing either a mixing valve or a point-of-use…

Replacing a broken bathtub spout is a simple, inexpensive project. In this article, we'll show you the most common types of spouts, and how to…

The toughest part of replacing a kitchen faucet is removing the old one. Unexpected problems always pop up—corroded pipes,…