Is Radon in Your Water?
Radioactive radon gas is the leading cause of lung cancer for non-smokers and the second leading cause of lung cancer...
Why You Should Freeze Pipes on Purpose
Most homeowners are concerned with how to keep pipes from freezing during the winter. But consider this situation contributing editor Kurt...
10 Silent Signs Your House has a Major Plumbing Problem
We've all been there: late at night, laying in bed and drifting off to sleep when suddenly the drip-drip of...
How to Replace a Water Heater Thermocouple
Save your hot water heater with a new thermocouple!
How to Connect a PVC Pipe to ABS Pipe
This is the best way to connect these two types of pipes
The Two Things You Should NEVER Throw Down The Drain
They will cause HUGE problems!
How to Fix a Chip in the Sink
How to make an almost invisible repair
14 Toilet Problems You Should Never Ignore
If you spot these troubles with your toilet, don't wait around for them to go away.
13 Plumbing Tricks of the Trade for Weekend Plumbers
More than any other type of home improvement job, plumbing can drive a DIYer crazy. Problems arise, projects grow, frustrations...
What is a Zip-It Drain Cleaning Tool and Why Do You Need One?
The Zip-It drain tool is a thin stick of flexible plastic with tiny barbs up and down the sides and...
DIY Dictionary: Access Panel
An access panel or plumbing access door is a door, panel or piece of plywood that can be easily removed...
How to Avoid Snakes Slithering Up Your Toilet
Snakes know how to slither into some pretty unusual spaces—your toilet being one of them! Here's how to get rid...
Quiet Pipes With Pipe Straps
Simple fix for noisy pipes
Why Plastic PEX Fittings are Just as Good (If Not Better) Than Metal
If you’re concerned about using plastic fittings instead of metal for PEX, worry no more. Professional plumbers are buying three...
Sneaky Culprit of a Wet Bathroom Floor
As a longtime plumber, I always try to investigate as many possible causes as I can before leaving a job,...
Learn How to Solder Copper Pipe Yourself
Don't be intimidated by soldering. In this easy-to-follow video from GOT2LEARN, you'll see that soldering a leak-free joint is actually...
A Water Heater Vent Installed Like This Can Have Lethal Consequences
Installing a water heater vent incorrectly can be extremely dangerous for your family. Learn the wrong way and right way...
Never Connect a Trap to a Vertical Drain Like This
When a trap connects to a vertical drain, install a tee fitting. A “sanitary tee” gives the waste arm a...
Toilets Throughout History
Everybody poops, and for thousands of years, humans have sought better ways to dispose of it. Over the centuries, the...
Quick Fix For Running Toilets
Here’s a nifty way to prevent the lift chain on your flapper from getting caught underneath when the flapper closes.
Offset Toilet Flange to the Rescue
An offset toilet flange lets you swap out a modern low-flow toilet for an older water hog. Read on to...
7 Tips for Water Softener Maintenance
A water softener removes minerals from water; that means cleaner laundry, a longer life for water-using appliances, less mineral buildup...
How to Dispose of a Water Heater
Disposing of a water heater can be a difficult task. Especially if you’re working alone. Here’s an easy way to...
How to Install a Toilet
Installing your own toilet is a simple DIY project that could save you a ton on plumber’s fees.
28 Tips for Becoming a Master Plumber
Want to become a master plumber? Follow these tips.
Tips on Choosing a Faucet
Style is critical, but don't forget about practical factors
Soldering Tips
Don't let leaky pipes dampen your day
How to Fix Sweating Pipes
A simple way to prevent condensation on cold water pipes in humid weather.
Handy Plumbing Tips and Tricks
Here are nine of our favorite simple tricks and tips to save you plumbing headaches around the house.
