Plumbing

All water systems that use a well as the water source employ a pressure switch. The pressure switch is plumbed into the water system piping and is used to control the water pump. Wear and tear can...

Shower heads are rated according to the number of gallons allowed to flow through per minute. The flow is also increased by the amount of air pressure mixed with the water. Older shower heads...

Replacing a faucet in the kitchen or bathroom is an easy installation for the average do-it-yourself minded person. Replacing an old faucet can also help lower the water bill by eliminating leaks....

Lifting a toilet is not hard to do, but it is important to know how to lift it to avoid possible damage. The only possible part of the toilet that you could damage would be the tank. You should...

Installing PVC sink drains on a kitchen sink is an easy process and requires very few tools. The PVC pipes, trap, and other pieces are easy to assemble because they simply slide into place and...

Compression fittings are commonly used where high-pressure is an issue. A compression fitting differs from a standard fitting because of its compression ring. As the nut on the fitting is...

When using PVC for plumbing connections, you are going to run across slip joints. A slip joint allows a raw end of pipe to slide into the threaded end of a fitting. The ends are connected and...

PVC plumbing is much easier to work with than the old metal pipes that required soldering to install. Changing the plastic or PVC pipes under a sink is great project for most home owners that...

Flexible sink drain hoses are available for most under-sink plumbing needs. The type of flexible drain hose you need to use will depend on the plumbing or appliance that you need to connect to the...

Plumbing fixtures such as a sink or tub are equipped with a drain. In time, the seals wear away or crumble with age and must be repaired. A leaky sink drain can cause major water damage under the...

This article will tell you how to rebuild and replace all the items in a toilet tank fixing any and all leaking or running. The cost of the entire kit is around $20.

Square D pressure switches are most commonly found in private home water wells. These spring-loaded and -controlled switches operate the pumps' on and off characteristics. These switches are...

Unless the toilet fails to operate entirely, most toilet problems are something that many people deal with until the problem either becomes worse or they have had enough of dealing with it....

The kitchen sink drain has several components, each interlocking with another. The assembly consists of a strainer body, rubber gasket, metal washer and a large lock nut or retainer. The strainer...

Faucet handles sometimes come loose, break off, or the assembly has problems with leaking or squeaking. Problems linked to a leaking faucet are normally caused by the valve assembly located...

This article deals with a water spigot or valve that doesn't shut off all the way. If you have a valve that is leaking from the hose bib, it is likely that all that is needed is to replace a...

Replacing your old sink with a new stainless steel sink is a great idea for updating the look of your kitchen. Kitchen sinks do not have the drain pre-installed. Once you know how to properly...

Because a toilet water supply valve isn't normally turned off very often, it can become stuck open. Hard water deposits typically build up around the stem of the valve and harden, according to...

When you start noticing leaks under your kitchen cabinet, it may indicate a leaking sink strainer. You will have to fill your sink with water and inspect the drain connection to see exactly where...

You need not agonize over the task of removing the handle from a toilet. Most toilet tanks are equipped with single unit handles you remove by turning off the mounting nut and pulling the lift arm...

The piece of pipe that connects the sink p-trap to the sink drain is the tailpiece. You should replace a sink tailpiece that is corroding or leaking. Once you know how to install a bathroom sink...

When you open up the cabinet under your bathroom sink and see water, chances are good that you have a leak. Part of knowing how to fix a leak in a bathroom sink is figuring out exactly where the...

You may find yourself needing to replace the pipe going into the sink strainer basket if it becomes corroded and leaks. Older pipes are usually metal and after years of use they develop leaks. PVC...

In time the sink drain in your bathroom will become corroded and leak. Although it may look difficult, once you know how to replace a bathroom sink drain, you can install a new one in just a few...

The bathroom sinks in many older homes do not have pull-up stoppers. You must place a rubber stopper in the sink when you want to fill it. This type of drain is commonly known as a sink basket....

This is part three in a series of learning how to insure your plumbing is installed or repaired like a pro. All of these articles are intended for you the reader to repair your plumbing in your...

If you have a cracked or broken toilet lid and seat, or you just want to replace it with a newer and more comfortable one, there is no need to call a handyman or plumber. This is a job that any...

Repairing a broken toilet handle is a lot less difficult than most people think. All it takes is a new handle, some tools and a little bit of time. Since the job doesn't require the DIYer to work...

Sink traps, sometimes referred to as p-traps, are designed to keep clogs out of your main drain line. They also provide a way for water to drain while keeping septic gas from coming inside. When...

Outside faucets can leak and go unnoticed until a larger than normal water bill shows up. The solution is usually as quick as replacing the washer. A couple of tools and a few minutes of your time...

Fixing a leaky shut-off valve can be simple -- and in most cases, it is. Sometimes you'll only have to tighten the nut that holds the valve stem in the shut-off valve; other times you might have...

No longer want that garbage disposal? Disposal on the fritz? Follow these easy steps to convert your sink to a standard drain after removing your disposal.

Utility sinks acquire plenty of greasy buildup. Sometimes a simple unclogging of the sink will not solve a drain problem. It may be necessary to replace the sink trap. Once you learn how to...

Part of the kitchen remodeling project involves replacing the kitchen sink. After the sink has been installed, it is a matter of replacing the old drain system with a new one. The are plenty of...

Faucets produced by the Moen company are of the cartridge design. At the base of the cartridge is a single rubber O-ring, which is responsible for preventing the faucet from leaking. Given enough...

Pressure switches for water well pumps use a double-spring type switch. One spring is for the cut in pressure and the other is for the cut out pressure. Typical pressure settings for a...

A leaky tap can waste hundreds of gallons of water in just a short time. A fast-dripping leaky tap wastes 20 to 30 gallons of water per day, and a slow-dripping leaky tap wastes 5 to 10 gallons of...

Summer is almost over. Time to take care of some pesky outdoor problems before winter sets in. A leaky outdoor faucet can increase your water bill, and do a lot of damage if not repaired before...

If you live in a home with family members that have long hair, you probably have or have had a slow draining bathroom sink. The problem most likely lies in hair clogged in the drain.

A leaky faucet can occur for many reasons, the most common being that the washer inside the faucet has worn down and needs to be replaced. You do not need to call a plumber to replace a washer in...

The sink trap under your sink helps to avoid clogs further down your drain pipe. It is designed so that a clog buildup will settle in the bottom of your sink trap. It also keeps sewer gases from...

This article will help anyone that has dropped something down a sink they wish they had back. I have been paid to retrieve many items for people and it is a very easy task. I have been a plumber...

Home owners that are enthusiastic about a do-it-yourself plumbing project may find that enthusiasm waning when they come upon a stuck fixture that brings the project to a grinding halt. When this...

The toilet lever on your toilet was built to last. The life expectancy of a toilet lever can be well over 10 years, providing that you take care of it. The purpose of the lever, as you may already...

A kitchen sink strainer is installed to prevent solid objects from being washed down the drain. This will help prevent clogs from forming in the plumbing system. Sometimes an old sink strainer...

Ball faucets are the most common type of faucets in kitchens, perhaps because the amount of water and temperature can be controlled with one hand. Ball faucets are named for their single metal or...

Sometimes the inner working parts of the tank become worn and need replaced. There are kits available at your local hardware store that can be purchased to repair the tank. These kits are...

Outside faucets, sometimes referred to as "hose bibs," feature a threaded tip designed to connect utility or appliance hoses to a water source. Over time, hose bibs are particularly susceptible to...

Fitting a shower head is a very easy project. The fittings on most shower heads are a standard size and will fit on the water line extending out of the wall. Before you begin, deternine the shower...

Replacing the drain on a kitchen sink is not as intimidating as it sounds. The sink drain is also the strainer. Over time the plumber's putty underneath the metal flange or ring inside of the sink...