The reward of a thing well done, is to have done it.
— Ralph Waldo Emerson
Fix a Leak Week Tips and Information
The EPA Fix a Leak Week runs from March 20 through 26, 2017 to remind residents to check home water systems for costly and wasteful water leaks. Leaks in an average household can waste more than 10,000 gallons of water every year. That’s more than 1 trillion gallons wasted nationwide. Continue reading Fix a Leak Week Tips and Information
Best Plumbing Books 2017
Plumbing books can be a good addition to the do-it-yourself bookshelf. We’ve taken a look at all of the plumbing books for sale in 2017 and made our recommendations of the best ones for you to consider buying.
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How to take care of bronze faucets
Bronze faucets resist corrosion better than standard bathroom fixtures, but they still require regular maintenance to keep them in good shape. Here are some ways you can keep your bronze faucets looking new.
How to clean mineral deposits on a faucet
Clean mineral deposits on a faucet with these easy steps. Over time crusty white mineral deposits will build up on bathroom and kitchen faucets and around sink drains. But don’t worry, there’s no need to replace your faucet. These unsightly mineral deposits can be easily removed with just a little work. When you are done your faucet and drain will look like new.
Unclog sink with these easy steps
Use a Plunger to Unclog Sink
The easiest way to unclog a sink drain is to use a plunger. Fill the sink with about 4 inches of water. If the clogged drain is in the kitchen with twin basins, fill both sides with about 4 inches of water. Continue reading Unclog sink with these easy steps
Replacing a tub spout
Remove Old Spout
If for some reason your old spout becomes damaged you will need to replace it. Look for a retaining screw on the bottom of the spout. If you see on, use a screwdriver to remove it and slide the spout off of the pipe. Continue reading Replacing a tub spout
Fix a compression faucet leak
Determine Which Handle is Leaking
If you don’t already know which handle is leaking you can easily determine that by alternately turning off the hot and cold water valves underneath the sink. If the link stops then you know the leak is in the associated handle. If you do not have individual shut off valves you need to service both handle assemblies. Continue reading Fix a compression faucet leak
Fix a ceramic disk faucet leak
Remove the Cap and Handle Housing
Before proceeding be certain the water to the faucet is shut off at the valve underneath the sink. Using a small knife or screwdriver, carefully pry of the trim cap off the top of the handle. Next, use a screwdriver or hex key to remove the screw so you can lift of the handle housing. You should now be able to remove the ceramic disk. Continue reading Fix a ceramic disk faucet leak
Fix a rotary ball faucet leak
Remove the Handle and Cap
Before proceeding be certain the water to the faucet is shut off at the valve underneath the sink. Using a small screwdrive remove the retaining screw in the base of the handle and lift the handle off. Next unscrew the cap, either by hand or using a pair of adjustable pliers with the ends wrapped in a heavy tape. Continue reading Fix a rotary ball faucet leak