Plumbing Supplies & Skills

Plumbers hate it.

Keep water flowing when needed and stopped when not.

They're both safe, but they affect plumbing differently.

Fix the leak in your wallet.

It's one of the rare futureproof professions.

Problems with water meter readings and function can stem from a variety of sources.

PEX piping has several qualities that give it an edge over other materials.

If you have some experience in plumbing, you might add a backflow preventer to your pipes.

Fix plumbing problems before they start.

Make them longer!

Slow and steady cuts aluminum..

It's not as impossible as it sounds.

Installing PEX tubing is easy with these tips.

A plumbing snake is typically used as a last resort to unplug household drains.

Connecting a water meter is necessary when you transfer from a well to city or municipal water.

The non-adhesive tape works wonders when threading two plumbing components.

Teflon tape is used to help eliminate leaks in copper or PVC pipes.

It is never a good feeling when you hear water flowing through your pipes.

Get to know the different types of pipes and tubing.

A flare fitting joins copper piping to a threaded fitting.

Do not use pliers or screwdrivers to remove the O-rings.

You can simplify your plumbing installations with this flexible, plastic tubing.

Culvert pipes can divert rainwater.

Don’t hire a professional plumber until you know these essential tips.

How to take apart soldered copper joints.

Taking it apart is similar to putting it together.

Insulating exposed pipes is an important step in getting your home prepared for the winter.

From energy efficiency to size and compatibility, consider every angle before heading to the store.

The waste continues on its journey after you can't see it.

Hand augers vary in construction, size, and strength.

You may need to upgrade your plumbing if you notice these red flags.

Know how to handle your plumbing problems the right way and you’ll save money.

Low water pressure is inconvenient, but many of the causes can be corrected with a simple fix.

Make plumbing upgrades easier.

There are a few things you can do to make plumbing problems less of a nightmare.

You can’t always avert a plumbing disaster, but you can learn a whole lot of ways to avoid it.

Never worked with PVC before? Here are a few things you should know.

What it is, why to use it, and how to install it.

When the need arises, make sure to use the proper supplies.

The air gap works as an overflow valve to keep waste out.

Leaking pipes can lead to big issues.

With the right tools and know how, you can install copper pipe in your home.

When evaluating the pros and cons of steel vs. copper pipes, consider the environment of the area.

PEX tube material is durable under extreme temperatures.

Stop your PEX water lines from becoming your PEX ice lines.