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TOILET
How to Stop Toilet-Tank Sweating
Condensation on a toilet can be so severe that you may think it’s sprung a leak.
How to Fix Flushing Problems
Water-saving toilets tend to experience flushing problems.
How to Replace a Toilet’s Wax Ring
Water leaking from the base of your toilet.
How to Repair a Running Toilet
Stop the noise and cost of running water constantly.
How to Unclog a Toilet
How to Unclog a Toilet A clogged toilet often can be cleared in a few simple steps.
How to Fix a Leaky Toilet Tank
Unattended toilet-tank leaks can damage flooring.
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 PIPES
How to Quiet Noisy Pipes
The squeaking and banging you’re hearing probably results from too loose or tight a fit as your pipes pass over or through wood framing.
How to Repair Leaky Pipes
Stop a leak to prevent water damage.
How to Eliminate Water Hammer
Water hammer is a series of pressure shocks created by a sudden change in flow velocity of a liquid in a pipe.
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 FAUCET
How to Repair a Faucet
These simple steps will help dry up the problem of a leaky faucet.
How to Repair a Tub-and-Shower Valve
How to install a Cartridge Faucet
How to Repair a Washerless (Seat-and-Spring) Faucet
Stopping leaks in those supposedly ‘leakproof’ single-handled faucets.
How to Choose a Faucet
Better valve mechanisms and tougher finishes boost durability and looks.
CLOGS
How to Clear a Clogged Sink or Tub
Clearing a slow or clogged drain. |
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SUMP PUMP
How to Troubleshoot a Sump Pump
If your sump pump is not moving water when it should.
How to Replace a Sump Pump
Putting in a sump pump.
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MISCELLANEOUS
How to Use a Plumber’s Helper or Snake
A plumber’s snake can be a helpful tool to have around the house.
How to Troubleshoot Low Water Pressure
Inadequate pressure at a faucet may result.
How to Eliminate Hard Water
If your dishes have spots, your soap doesn’t lather well and your white clothes look gray, you could have hard water’water with a high mineral-salt content.
How to Retrieve a Valuable Dropped Down the Sink
Dropping something of value down the drain.
How to Buy Plumbing Fixtures
Shopping for your own plumbing fixtures rather than getting them through your plumber allows you choose from a wider selection - and save money
How to Loosen A Rusty Bolt
A nut or bolt that’s frozen in place
How to Fix a Stopper That Doesn’t Seal
A minor adjustment and a few minutes of your time
How to Turn Off Main Water Service
Tornadoes, hurricanes, floods, earthquakes, and plumbing emergencies are all times you’ll want to turn off the water to your home.
How to Drain a Water Heater
Over time, water heaters (both gas and electric) collect sediment. |
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