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Do it yourself plumbing repairs can save homeowners lots of money. Being able to fix a clogged
drain or backed up toilet can prevent more extensive damage to flooring and cabinetry.
Homeowners that can handle plumbing jobs like installing a faucet can easily upgrade to living
green with water-conserving fixtures. Having some basic plumber's tools like a plunger, plumber's
snake and various wrenches makes home plumbing repair easier. Complex jobs like installing water
heaters, sump pumps or repiping are best left to professionals who know their way around pipes and
valves. Check out the plumbing how-to's, tools and professional services in this Hub category.
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How to Fix Washing Machine Drain Pipe Overflow
by VirginiaLynne (1,150 followers)
Washer overflowing? I explain 5 ways to fix it: installing a sink, using a lint catcher, regular use of
Enzymes to keep it clear, using a snake, and changing to front loading washer.
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How to Drain a Water Heater Fast
by Daniel Robbins (273 followers)
Flushing and draining your hot water heater is a basic maintenance that is easy to do. Learn how to
drain your tank fast and help improve the recovery time and efficiency of your water heater. Save
money, get tips, and...
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Best Propane and Natural Gas Tankless Water Heaters 2015
by Toasty Reviews (2 followers)
This article features gas tankless water heater reviews with tips and advice on buying and using
propane and natural gas instantaneous units. The aim is to help you get the best tankless water
heater.
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How to Replace a Whole House Water Filter Sediment Cartridge
by India Arnold (1,110 followers)
How to replace a Whole House Water Sediment Cartridge Filter on your Culligan HF-150, 160, and
360 model housing units. A step by step pictorial lesson for water filter replacement projects.
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What is My Kitchen Sink Made Of
by India Arnold (1,110 followers)
An overview for each type of material used to make sinks. And an in-depth look at everyone's
favorite sink material, stainless steel sinks!
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How to Install a Water Heater Yourself Quick and Simple
by Daniel Robbins (273 followers)
Replacing a water heater can be one of the more costly items a homeowner is faced with. Here see
nearly step by step how I replaced mine and decide for yourself if it's something you can do too.
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Septic System Troubleshooting Guide
by India Arnold (1,110 followers)
An easy to understand guide to maintain your home's septic sysytem. The troubleshooting chart will
take you through the process in a glance.
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Vintage Tub and Bath Fixtures, with Photos
by Holle Abee (3,383 followers)
It's rather ironic that in the twenty-first century, some of the most popular decorating trends for
new homes and remodeling jobs come from the past. Of course, antique furniture never goes out of
style,...
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How to Use a Wringer Washing Machine
by Joy At Home (244 followers)
A how-to with photos and discussion, showing how to use a wringer washing machine - a good
solution when limited water, power, or other resources are available.
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PEX: The Answer to Your Plumbing Pipe Problems!
by M.S. Ross (126 followers)
PEX tubing is a growing trend in plumbing today. These PEX tubes won't freeze, rust, or spring
surprise pinhole leaks. It helps that PEX is cheaper and easier to install than other plumbing
methods!
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How to Unclog a Double Kitchen Sink Drain
by Jill Kostowskie (267 followers)
I absolutely love my double kitchen sink. It is perfect in every way. I can wash dishes in one side and
then place them in the drying rack on the other side preventing the issue of wet counter tops. I can
have a pot or...
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Low-flow Toilets: How (Not) To Install One
by Doc Snow (232 followers)
More and more folks are changing to the newer, more environmentally-friendly low-flow toilets. You
can save a bunch by doing it yourself. Take the intimidation factor out by using this elaborately
detailed...
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Why to Buy a Hot Tub
by Holle Abee (3,383 followers)
A few years ago, I started having a lot of pain in my neck that radiated into my shoulder and down
my left arm. I also had pain in my lower back that radiated down my right leg. I went to a couple of
doctors and had two...
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What are the Standard Plumbing Fixtures?
by Simon Cook (1,306 followers)
In general plumbing terms, a plumbing fixture is a device that is connected to a plumbing system
and interacts with liquid(or gas)
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How to Reduce Water Pressure In A Home
by Randy McLaughlin (272 followers)
All about testing your water pressure and water pressure regulators for controlling home water
pressure to prevent repairs and water wastage. Includes how to adjust and install a water pressure
regulator on threaded...
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Home Drinking Water Filters Purifiers
by watergeek (227 followers)
The right kitchen water filters can net you many years of healthy and good-tasting drinking water.
This article can help you decide which kind of filter would work best for your home.
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Unclog Your Kitchen Sink And Garbage Disposal
by Judy Specht (665 followers)
Company is coming and the garbage disposal stopped working. Learn how you can restart your
garbage disposal in minutes with few tools and little effort.
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Your Home's Plumbing: A Homemaker's Guide
by Suzy Homewrecker (9 followers)
Knowing how your plumbing works is the first step to keeping your pipes healthy and in good
working order, This general overview gives you the information you need along with a few tips for
making things flow smoothly...
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The Pros of Tankless Water Heaters
by Pamela Stanford (8 followers)
There are many pros and cons when it comes to tankless water heaters however; by determining the
correct use, they can be the only sensible choice.
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Eek! There's a Rat in My Toilet!
by Vicki Green (101 followers)
Can rats come up the sewer into your toilet? What to do if you find a rat in your toilet and how you
can prevent rats and other creatures from getting into your toilet.
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How to Replace a Temperature and Pressure (TP) Relief Valve
by Daniel Robbins (273 followers)
The temperature and pressure relief valve (TP) is an important mechanism for the safe operation of
our water heater. This hub will show you how to check your TP valve and replace it if it is not
operating...
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How to Fix Problems With Your Bath Tub Drain Stopper
by Cloverleaf (520 followers)
Learn how to easily identify and fix problems with your bathtub drain stopper. Avoid paying
expensive service fees to call out a plumber! Follow these instructions to find out how to unclog a
bathtub drain or, if...
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Best Budget Bidet Toilet Seat 2014 Review
by Rhona Mitra (13 followers)
Going from never using a bidet to using one everyday, i have come to realize how much I appreciate
a good bidet. I would never go back to a normal toilet seat. The only way to go is with a bidet.
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How to Move a Shower Head Up or Out
by watergeek (227 followers)
Why keep moaning and groaning about a showerhead being in the wrong place, when you can do
something about it? This do-it-yourself article shows how to improve the location of your
showerheads.
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How to Install a Hand Pump
by Joy At Home (244 followers)
How-to with photos, showing how we installed hand-operated pitcher pumps in our home. Includes
tools and supplies list, instructions, and analysis of hand pumps and our experience with them.
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Conserve Water with Compost Toilets
by watergeek (227 followers)
In Pakistan the Hunzas live to be 120 years old, using humanure (without drugs) to enrich their
crops. In the west we are just beginning to realize it's value. Compost toilets help us create it.
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DIY Plumbing: No Hot Water!
by Mrs. Menagerie (429 followers)
No hot water? Don't call the plumber quite yet. Take a moment to troubleshoot because there are
several minor issues that are easy to fix.
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What Caulk Is How To Use It
by watergeek (227 followers)
Every home improvement article having anything to with water at some point talks about caulk.
Whether you know what caulk is or not, you are bound to learn something new from this article.
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How to Light a Water Heater
by Daniel Robbins (273 followers)
We've all likely had the pilot light on our water heater go out at one time or another but did we know
how to get it lit again? This hub will explain simply how to relight the pilot when it goes out and offer
a few...
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A Very Brief History of Shower
by Mike Robbers (211 followers)
Have you ever wondered about the origins of this great invention that we are all making everyday
use of called shower? This article will give you the answer!
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No Hot Water- Troubleshooting Your Water Heater
by Dr. Penny Pincher (161 followers)
No hot water? Here are some quick troubleshooting tips to get hot water again. Learn how to handle
common problems with electric, gas, and tankless water heaters to get hot water working.
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DIY Clay Filters: Safe Water for All
by Jill Spencer (569 followers)
Clay water filters provide the citizens of developing countries with an easy, inexpensive way to make
their dirty drinking water safe. Learn about Tony Flynn's clay water filter design, and find out how
you can help...
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Do I Need a Permit for a Home Plumbing Project
by India Arnold (1,110 followers)
Important information about getting a permit for any home plumbing project. If a plumbing project
is not permitted, it can lower the value of your property.
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The Many Uses Of Toilet Paper
by James Paterson (2,843 followers)
Apart from the obvious, toilet paper has many uses. discover what you too can do with a roll of toilet
paper.
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How to Maintain Your Home Septic Tank
by David (2,172 followers)
Rural homes don't always have the option of connecting to public sewer system so the solution is to
have a smaller septic system on your property. Having a septic tank doesn't have to be a scary thing,
you just need to...
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Latest Trends: Small Bathtubs, with Pics and Videos
by Holle Abee (3,383 followers)
Small bathtubs are becoming increasingly popular with homeowners, and Plumbing Point dot com
has a great selection. Just about everyone enjoys a relaxing soak in a warm bath, but space
requirements for a tradition tub...
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Drains Running Slow, Try an Enzyme Drain Cleaner
by AC Witschorik (53 followers)
It was about 5am when the alarm screamed, and I stumbled out of bed into the bathroom to get
ready for the day. I had just finished shaving, and rinsed off my razor, pushed the handle to open the
drain, nothing...
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Venting your plumbing
by Slarty O'Brian (128 followers)
This essay is on the importance of venting a drainage system, the consequences of not doing so, and
how to fix it.
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How to Unclog Your Toilet without a Plunger or Crazy Chemicals
by Bill Carson (1 follower)
Because you are reading this, you're probably frustrated that your toilet decided to clog up on you
today. Perhaps you don't have a plunger and you're in quite a jam. Or, maybe you have a plunger
and it's just not...
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How to Replace a Kitchen Sink Sprayer Hose
by India Arnold (1,110 followers)
An easy to follow guide for replacing a kitchen sprayer nozzle. The 3 easy steps take very little time
and save you loads of plumbing costs by doing it yourself.
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DIY Plumbing Guide: How to Prepare Your Home for a Water Outage
by Gordon Hamilton (636 followers)
A water outage of some length of time is likely in relation to a great many DIY plumbing projects. If
you fail to take account of your many water requirements during this period, avoidable problems
could arise. This...
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Well Water
by noturningback (108 followers)
How do we get water from a well? What is involved and what are the parts of the system?
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How Does a Septic Tank System Work?
by DzyMsLizzy (826 followers)
Introduction to the basics of how a septic tank sewage system operates. How to care for it, and what
mainteance is involved.
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How to Install a Cheap Outdoor Shower
by IzzyM (1,290 followers)
Learn how to install a cheap outdoor shower. Never has it been easier to cool off under a hot
summer sun with a garden shower unit that will last you for years.
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How to Unplug a Toilet
by Denise Handlon (1,327 followers)
Ever have one of those moments when you realize that your toilet will overflow? Worse is when it
becomes clogged and stuck. Here are 6 simple tips on how to unplug a clogged toilet.
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Rain Shower Head Myth
by Pamela Stanford (8 followers)
Every now and then a new fad comes along and we have to wonder, where has this been all our
lives. If you've ever been to a spa and had a shower afterward, that's the rain shower effect.
Wonderful!
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Choosing the Right Shower Tray
by Holle Abee (3,383 followers)
Nowadays, homeowners and prospective homeowners usually place much emphasis on their
bathrooms. They often spend much thought and a lot of money on things like frameless shower
doors, quarried tile, vessel sinks, and...
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Home Waste Water Management
by watergeek (227 followers)
Building new water sources costs billions of dollars that most governments don't have, but reusing
waste water can help relieve that need. This article covers home greywater and blackwater systems.
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Battery Backup Sump Pump Review
by Affiliiatedesign (5 followers)
I recently purchased a Watchdog battery backup sump pump and thought I would write a battery
sump pump review. If you are like me these little devices don't top my list for cool household
gadgets but they really are a...
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DIY Septic Tank Surveys
by wastetech55
If you are buying a rural property, the chances are that it has a septic tank system for the foul
drainage. Most people buying country houses have never had a septic tank before and have no idea
about how to determine...
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The Best 5 Alkaline Water Ionizers and Purifiers
by greenhealthguru (11 followers)
Top 5 alkaline water ionizers in the world. Vollara, Kangen, Tyent, Water for Life, and Jupiter offer
the best in technology, quality, and benefits from alkaline, ionized, restructured water.
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How to Fix a Clogged Drain with the Drano Snake Plus
by Simone Haruko Smith (1,864 followers)
Have you gone and clogged a drain? Smooth move, Fergusen. Is the drain clogged with hair? Then
you might just want to read this. You might also want to read this to watch me try to eat a drain
turd.
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How to Switch Out Wall and Hand-Held Shower Heads
by watergeek (227 followers)
Some people like hand-held shower heads, some prefer wall mounts. Others do better with both.
This shows how to convert one to the other when life's circumstances change.
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15 Most Expensive Luxury Toilets
by Kathryn Vercillo (5,327 followers)
A toilet isn't something that most of us would spend a lot of money on. The main thing that we're
concerned about is that it works properly. But that doesn't mean that there aren't some people in...
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Do-It-Yourself Remodeling: Shower Kits
by Holle Abee (3,383 followers)
More and more homeowners are remodeling and adding additions to their homes, and nowhere is
this more evident than in kitchens and bathrooms. Many homeowners are re-thinking their bathtub-
only bathrooms and are adding a...
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How To Drive A New Well Point
by James Bowden (248 followers)
This article explains how to save money by replacing an old well point, that has become eroded over
the years.
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One Woman's Tale of Frozen Pipes and Perseverance.
by LaurieDawn (118 followers)
I woke up the other morning to no water. I went to the kitchen, no water, I went to the bathroom, no
water, and I went to the kid's bathroom, no water. I knew it was cold here in Illinois, and we had
about six...
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Plumbing Tips: How to Prevent Frozen Pipes, with How-To Videos
by Holle Abee (3,383 followers)
Interested in some important plumbing tips? If you live in an area where the temperature drops
below freezing in the winter, there's always the potential for your water lines to freeze. If this
happens without...
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Unclogging a Sink Drain in the Bathroom or Elsewhere
by Daniel Robbins (273 followers)
Learn how to get rid of that standing water in your sink. Liquid drain cleaners don't always work and
it requires a bit more effort but knowing how you can do this yourself can save you big money.
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Bathroom Jewelry | Luxury Hardware and Bathroom Accessories
by Ken Kline (54 followers)
Bling and putting on the glitz is not just for your clothing - it also applies to your bathroom. The
faucets and sinks in your lavatory can be works of art that will rival museum pieces. This article
explores the best...
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Smelly Sink: How to Clean a Stinky Drain
by Lorelei Cohen (194 followers)
A stinky sink can happen in any room of the house where you have drains. It happens. A clog or
excess residue in your sink can leave your home experiencing a strange funky smell permeating
throughout.
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Latest Trends: The Shower Screen, with How-To Videos
by Holle Abee (3,383 followers)
If you're in the process of updating your bathroom, you have literally hundreds of options and
combinations of options from which to choose. Modern homeowners are paying more and more
attention to tubs and...
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How much does a plumber charge in the UK?
by dosburros (62 followers)
If you have ever come home to find a leak then you'll be familiar with asking exactly how much does
a plumber charge? For as long as you can remember, plumbers have had a bit of a reputation
haven't they? The huge array...
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HydroRight Dual Flush Converter....Deal or No Deal?
by James_Jackson (4 followers)
Converts standard flush toilet to a dual flush 2 button flush design Quick flush can use up to 70%
less water No tools necessary No need to remove the tank to install Works with most standard flush
valves...
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The Best Hot Water Heating Systems for Off-grid Living!
by Brie Hoffman (1,342 followers)
Heating water off the grid can be a challenge. However there are several methods one can use, but
which ones are the best. I will explore your best options for hot water heating in this article.
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How to Fix a Low Pressure Swimming Pool Pump
by Juancho Forlanda (113 followers)
It's looking and feeling a lot like summer within the last few days, with temperature highs reaching
the mid 90s where I live. I have a swimming pool, but unfortunately the water isn't looking very
clean. Lately I've...
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Repairing Common Electric Water Heater Problems
by Bert Holopaw (3 followers)
A homeowner's guide for troubleshooting and repairing common electric water heater problems.
Most electric water heater repairs do not require a professional plumber.
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Home Plumbing Tips And Ideas About CPVC, Pex and Copper Pipe
by Virgil Newsome (922 followers)
Different types of plumbing are used for different purposes. If you have trouble figuring out what
needs to be done to fix your problem, chances are, the info you need to fix plumbing problems can
be found here.
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Don't Pour that Grease Down the Drain
by aperturering (96 followers)
If you have ever had a clogged kitchen sink there is a good chance that Cooking Oil or Grease was
the culprit. When you pour grease down your drain it solidifies and cause buildup that can slow or
completely block a...
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Sink and Toilet Plungers-Choosing the Right Tool for the Job
by Andam (2 followers)
It may surprise you to learn that new types of plungers are being invented all the time! The
combination of a simple idea, a variety of materials options, the wide differences in drain shapes,
and the very real need for...
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The History of Bathing and Bath Houses
by Cindy Murdoch (667 followers)
Most people bathe in the privacy of their home, but this has not always been the case. Bathing was
once a public affair. And while bathing one could share the latest gossip or finalize a business deal
with a fellow...
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When to Replace the Hot Water Heater
by Marye Audet (4,712 followers)
Tips for knowing if it is time to replace your water heater. Find out about gas, tankless, solar, and
electric water heaters in this article. Tips to figure out what size tank you need
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Can you do plumbing?
by Mary Craig (882 followers)
Can you do plumbing? What happens when you find out everything under the kitchen sink is wet? Do
you know how to find and fix that leak?
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How to Pick a Toilet for Your Bathroom
by Thomas Mulrooney (30 followers)
Lists and provides information about different types of toilets you can buy, including close coupled
toilets, back to wall toilets, wall mounted toilets and more.
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How to Keep Shower Drains from Clogging
by VirginiaLynne (1,150 followers)
Hair clogs in shower drain? Try these easy ways to keep shower drains from clogging with hair and
soap scum. Avoid plumbing costs!
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How To Repair a Galvanized Pipe Using Dresser Couplings
by Jerry Watson (23 followers)
There are any number of ways to repair galvanized water or waste pipe in a home like replacing all
of it, for example. But using dresser couplings provides an easy inexpensive alternative to full
replacement in many...
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Faucet Supply Line Types and Installation
by Bert Holopaw (3 followers)
A basic guide for the homeowner who would like to know the pros and cons, and the installation
methods of the different types of faucet supply lines.
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Trade secrets for a quality toilet installation
by Rob S (12 followers)
Measure from the back wall behind your toilet to the toilet bolt. The toilet bolt is the bolt that sticks
up from the floor through the porcelain on the foot of the toilet, usually covered by a cap. The job of
the...
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All About Toilet Parts
by Holle Abee (3,383 followers)
An explanation of toilet parts and how they function. Diagram included.
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Is Resurfacing a Bathtub worth the money?
by India Arnold (1,110 followers)
Resurfacing your bathtub can save you time, money, and energy. It is much easier to resurface a tub
than to remove the old tub, and buy and install a new one.
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GoBidet: In-Toilet Bidet System
by cityplus (88 followers)
The GoBidet is an in-toilet bidet system that can be installed by any handy person on nearly any
brand or style of toilet. No extra plumbing or electricity is needed. It is quite inexpensive (around
$100) and installs...
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How To Check Your Clogged Drains and Toilet for Roots
by Dorsi Diaz (1,987 followers)
A do-it-yourself'ers story about clogged drains because of roots. How they discovered that roots
were clogging their plumbing and what they did about them. A messy story to be sure but
perseverance succeeds in the end!!...
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What is a squat toilet and how to use one?
by princesswithapen (844 followers)
Squat toilet, Squatting toilet, French toilet, Turkish toilet, Indian toilet, Japanese toilet, alaturka and
Arabic toilet are some of the names of this type of toilet. Here is a guide to finding out what exactly a
squat...
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DIY - How To Repair A Leaking Radiator Valve
by John (1 follower)
Avoid an expensive job with this simple DIY technique to repair a leaking radiator valve or lock
shield. This is an easy home heating repair for all experience levels.
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Water Leak Maintenance
by Charles Webb-it (14 followers)
Some great tips on taking care of leaks in the kitchen and bath.
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Homemade Natural Drain Cleaners
by Greenhousewife (113 followers)
In the modern world we have learned to try and avoid chemicals whenever it is possible. Here you
will read about several natural ways to clear those clogged drains.
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How to Flush the Toilet
by Jeannie M.R. (1,151 followers)
It is time to learn all about our friend, the toilet. Check out these step-by-step instructions on how to
flush the toilet.
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How Does a Toilet Work?
by Kenneth Moody (35 followers)
Everyone knows what a toilet looks like, what it is, and what its used for. But do you know how a
toilet works? Where they came from?
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How to unclog the bathroom sink
by Simon Cook (1,306 followers)
You don't have to pay for a professional plumber to unclog your bathroom sink - in a matter of hours
you will be able to do the job yourself and save hundreds of dollars!
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How Do You Unclog a Drain
by Chin chin (406 followers)
This hub is a step-by-step guide of the ways to unclog a drain. The recommended steps are
applicable to unclogging kitchen sinks, bathroom sinks, bath tub drains or floor drains.
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Homemade Drain Cleaner Recipes
by Lena Welch (255 followers)
Your drain is clogged up. Yuck! No plumber available? It's okay, I don't have one either. I do have a
can of salt and some baking soda. Will that help you out? No? Well, you are wrong, it can help. In
fact,...
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How to Fix a Toilet That Flushes by Itself
by Tidbitz (3 followers)
A toilet that seemingly flushes itself, also known as phantom flushing, is a common problem.
Addressing this problem may require replacing the flapper, flush valve, or flush valve gasket.
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Repairing Common Toilet Problems
by Bert Holopaw (3 followers)
A homeowner's guide for diagnosing and repairing common toilet issues. Often the hardest part of
the toilet repair is the trip to the hardware store.
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Elongated Toilet vs Round Toilet
by Pipe Technician (1 follower)
It's a fact: Toilets waste water. In most homes, toilets account for almost 40% of the household's
total water usage. Because of this, the 'loo' has become one of the most vital fixtures found in...
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Vessel Sink Faucets
by Holle Abee (3,383 followers)
If you're building a home or remodeling an existing one and have made the decision to use a vessel
sink in your bathroom or kitchen, you've made an excellent choice! Your investment will more than
pay for...
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7 Best Counter Top Chlorine Water Filters
by greenhealthguru (11 followers)
Top 7 Chlorine Water purifiers filters include Crystal Clear Watts Premier iSpring B F, Abundant
Flow Water, Aqua Pure, and Purenex. Filter chlorine from your water before you drink it.
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Find The Best Toilet Seats, Lids and Trainers
by CMHypno (927 followers)
Change the look of your toilet by choosing a great new toilet seat! Choose from wooden toilet seats,
white toilet seats, novelty toilet seats and trainer toilet seats for toddlers
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Get Pure Water With A Countertop Water Filter
by yescpres (6 followers)
Water filtering systems come in many forms, but most have a reputation for being expensive and
difficult to install. A countertop water filter is a low cost, low maintenance way to start filtering pure
water into your...
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How to Replace a Tap Head Gear
by sierra whisky (4 followers)
Whether you call it a faucet or a tap, being able to replace it is a useful skill to have and not as
difficult as you might think.
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A Plumber's Job is Never Boring
by Tammy (529 followers)
Plumber's have the most exciting jobs, from floaters to backwash. Here are a few tales from our
local plumber.
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Ultra Violet (Solar) Water Purification
by Adventure Colorad (74 followers)
Inexpensive and easy, the SODIS water purification method brings safe, affordable drinking water to
millons of people that have lived without it. See how SODIS works and how it can improve the health
of inhabitants of...
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Septic Tank - Doing Evaluation
by Mirjan Stojanovic (37 followers)
A septic tank is an important constituent of septic system. It processes the wastewater collected in it
so as to make it safe to release it to the drainfield.
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Hand Held Bidet | Toilet Tissue's Worst Enemy
by bewisemyson (18 followers)
Let me warn you. I am going to fully enjoy explaining to you the amazing benefits of a hand held
bidet! This site will be your one stop shop for your bidet. Simply put, a bidet is a tool that is
primarily...
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Homemade Water Filtration Using Charcoal And Sand
by Hendrika (184 followers)
Looking at a homemade water filtration using charcoal and sand can be a very good way to get clear,
clean house water. As the need for clean water grows so will the need for water filters. Making a
Homemade Charcoal...
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Handy Home Remedies: Eco-Friendly way to clean your drains
by Ardot (70 followers)
Stop pouring that poison that we call drain cleaner straight down the drain! It's terrible for the
environment and is very expensive. Read on to find a very inexpensive and ecological solution that
can be used anytime...
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Home Plumbing Repair Tips - Do It Yourself
by Peter Brown (92 followers)
Plumbing problems can be a headache, and many people are intimidated by DIY plumbing projects.
These home plumbing repair tips are a wealth of information for almost any home plumbing repair
job. Use them to do your own...
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Falling off a Kohler High Rise Toilet
by Tony Lawrence (758 followers)
I know I am not the only person to have fallen off a toilet. I'm sure uncountable people have done so
while drunk. I'm sure others have had this misfortune while ill and, because certain bodily functions
can lower your...
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How to Fix a Stopped up Sink Drain
by David Schulze (75 followers)
This page talks about how to fix a stopped up sink. It is easier than you think and you can save
hundreds of dollars.
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How does a Toilet Work - Toilet Basics 101
by Novel Treasure (207 followers)
How does a toilet work. How to change the float ball in a toilet. Toilet bowl water level. Ever wonder
how a toilet really works? See the basics of toilet operation with simple descriptions and easy to
read diagrams.
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Help! My Pipes Are Clogged and I Don't Know Why
by Tammy (529 followers)
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  • 19. If you're in the process of updating your bathroom, you have literally hundreds of options and combinations of options from which to choose. Modern homeowners are paying more and more attention to tubs and... 0 How much does a plumber charge in the UK? by dosburros (62 followers) If you have ever come home to find a leak then you'll be familiar with asking exactly how much does a plumber charge? For as long as you can remember, plumbers have had a bit of a reputation haven't they? The huge array... 2 HydroRight Dual Flush Converter....Deal or No Deal? by James_Jackson (4 followers) Converts standard flush toilet to a dual flush 2 button flush design Quick flush can use up to 70% less water No tools necessary No need to remove the tank to install Works with most standard flush valves... 29 The Best Hot Water Heating Systems for Off-grid Living! by Brie Hoffman (1,342 followers) Heating water off the grid can be a challenge. However there are several methods one can use, but which ones are the best. I will explore your best options for hot water heating in this article. 3
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  • 21. 1 Sink and Toilet Plungers-Choosing the Right Tool for the Job by Andam (2 followers) It may surprise you to learn that new types of plungers are being invented all the time! The combination of a simple idea, a variety of materials options, the wide differences in drain shapes, and the very real need for... 12 The History of Bathing and Bath Houses by Cindy Murdoch (667 followers) Most people bathe in the privacy of their home, but this has not always been the case. Bathing was once a public affair. And while bathing one could share the latest gossip or finalize a business deal with a fellow... 30 When to Replace the Hot Water Heater by Marye Audet (4,712 followers) Tips for knowing if it is time to replace your water heater. Find out about gas, tankless, solar, and electric water heaters in this article. Tips to figure out what size tank you need 0 Can you do plumbing? by Mary Craig (882 followers)
  • 22. Can you do plumbing? What happens when you find out everything under the kitchen sink is wet? Do you know how to find and fix that leak? 0 How to Pick a Toilet for Your Bathroom by Thomas Mulrooney (30 followers) Lists and provides information about different types of toilets you can buy, including close coupled toilets, back to wall toilets, wall mounted toilets and more. 9 How to Keep Shower Drains from Clogging by VirginiaLynne (1,150 followers) Hair clogs in shower drain? Try these easy ways to keep shower drains from clogging with hair and soap scum. Avoid plumbing costs! 23 How To Repair a Galvanized Pipe Using Dresser Couplings
  • 23. by Jerry Watson (23 followers) There are any number of ways to repair galvanized water or waste pipe in a home like replacing all of it, for example. But using dresser couplings provides an easy inexpensive alternative to full replacement in many... 1 Faucet Supply Line Types and Installation by Bert Holopaw (3 followers) A basic guide for the homeowner who would like to know the pros and cons, and the installation methods of the different types of faucet supply lines. 4 Trade secrets for a quality toilet installation by Rob S (12 followers) Measure from the back wall behind your toilet to the toilet bolt. The toilet bolt is the bolt that sticks up from the floor through the porcelain on the foot of the toilet, usually covered by a cap. The job of the... 32 All About Toilet Parts by Holle Abee (3,383 followers) An explanation of toilet parts and how they function. Diagram included. 12
  • 24. Is Resurfacing a Bathtub worth the money? by India Arnold (1,110 followers) Resurfacing your bathtub can save you time, money, and energy. It is much easier to resurface a tub than to remove the old tub, and buy and install a new one. 7 GoBidet: In-Toilet Bidet System by cityplus (88 followers) The GoBidet is an in-toilet bidet system that can be installed by any handy person on nearly any brand or style of toilet. No extra plumbing or electricity is needed. It is quite inexpensive (around $100) and installs... 14 How To Check Your Clogged Drains and Toilet for Roots by Dorsi Diaz (1,987 followers) A do-it-yourself'ers story about clogged drains because of roots. How they discovered that roots were clogging their plumbing and what they did about them. A messy story to be sure but perseverance succeeds in the end!!... 18 What is a squat toilet and how to use one? by princesswithapen (844 followers) Squat toilet, Squatting toilet, French toilet, Turkish toilet, Indian toilet, Japanese toilet, alaturka and Arabic toilet are some of the names of this type of toilet. Here is a guide to finding out what exactly a squat...
  • 25. 0 DIY - How To Repair A Leaking Radiator Valve by John (1 follower) Avoid an expensive job with this simple DIY technique to repair a leaking radiator valve or lock shield. This is an easy home heating repair for all experience levels. 2 Water Leak Maintenance by Charles Webb-it (14 followers) Some great tips on taking care of leaks in the kitchen and bath. 2 Homemade Natural Drain Cleaners by Greenhousewife (113 followers) In the modern world we have learned to try and avoid chemicals whenever it is possible. Here you will read about several natural ways to clear those clogged drains. 78 How to Flush the Toilet by Jeannie M.R. (1,151 followers) It is time to learn all about our friend, the toilet. Check out these step-by-step instructions on how to flush the toilet.
  • 26. 7 How Does a Toilet Work? by Kenneth Moody (35 followers) Everyone knows what a toilet looks like, what it is, and what its used for. But do you know how a toilet works? Where they came from? 53 How to unclog the bathroom sink by Simon Cook (1,306 followers) You don't have to pay for a professional plumber to unclog your bathroom sink - in a matter of hours you will be able to do the job yourself and save hundreds of dollars! 6 How Do You Unclog a Drain by Chin chin (406 followers) This hub is a step-by-step guide of the ways to unclog a drain. The recommended steps are applicable to unclogging kitchen sinks, bathroom sinks, bath tub drains or floor drains. 1 Homemade Drain Cleaner Recipes by Lena Welch (255 followers) Your drain is clogged up. Yuck! No plumber available? It's okay, I don't have one either. I do have a
  • 27. can of salt and some baking soda. Will that help you out? No? Well, you are wrong, it can help. In fact,... 1 How to Fix a Toilet That Flushes by Itself by Tidbitz (3 followers) A toilet that seemingly flushes itself, also known as phantom flushing, is a common problem. Addressing this problem may require replacing the flapper, flush valve, or flush valve gasket. EDITOR'S CHOICE 0 Repairing Common Toilet Problems by Bert Holopaw (3 followers) A homeowner's guide for diagnosing and repairing common toilet issues. Often the hardest part of the toilet repair is the trip to the hardware store. EDITOR'S CHOICE 0 Elongated Toilet vs Round Toilet by Pipe Technician (1 follower) It's a fact: Toilets waste water. In most homes, toilets account for almost 40% of the household's total water usage. Because of this, the 'loo' has become one of the most vital fixtures found in...
  • 28. 29 Vessel Sink Faucets by Holle Abee (3,383 followers) If you're building a home or remodeling an existing one and have made the decision to use a vessel sink in your bathroom or kitchen, you've made an excellent choice! Your investment will more than pay for... 0 7 Best Counter Top Chlorine Water Filters by greenhealthguru (11 followers) Top 7 Chlorine Water purifiers filters include Crystal Clear Watts Premier iSpring B F, Abundant Flow Water, Aqua Pure, and Purenex. Filter chlorine from your water before you drink it. 10 Find The Best Toilet Seats, Lids and Trainers by CMHypno (927 followers) Change the look of your toilet by choosing a great new toilet seat! Choose from wooden toilet seats, white toilet seats, novelty toilet seats and trainer toilet seats for toddlers 0 Get Pure Water With A Countertop Water Filter by yescpres (6 followers)
  • 29. Water filtering systems come in many forms, but most have a reputation for being expensive and difficult to install. A countertop water filter is a low cost, low maintenance way to start filtering pure water into your... 0 How to Replace a Tap Head Gear by sierra whisky (4 followers) Whether you call it a faucet or a tap, being able to replace it is a useful skill to have and not as difficult as you might think. 24 A Plumber's Job is Never Boring by Tammy (529 followers) Plumber's have the most exciting jobs, from floaters to backwash. Here are a few tales from our local plumber. 4 Ultra Violet (Solar) Water Purification by Adventure Colorad (74 followers) Inexpensive and easy, the SODIS water purification method brings safe, affordable drinking water to millons of people that have lived without it. See how SODIS works and how it can improve the health of inhabitants of... 0
  • 30. Septic Tank - Doing Evaluation by Mirjan Stojanovic (37 followers) A septic tank is an important constituent of septic system. It processes the wastewater collected in it so as to make it safe to release it to the drainfield. 1 Hand Held Bidet | Toilet Tissue's Worst Enemy by bewisemyson (18 followers) Let me warn you. I am going to fully enjoy explaining to you the amazing benefits of a hand held bidet! This site will be your one stop shop for your bidet. Simply put, a bidet is a tool that is primarily... 3 Homemade Water Filtration Using Charcoal And Sand by Hendrika (184 followers) Looking at a homemade water filtration using charcoal and sand can be a very good way to get clear, clean house water. As the need for clean water grows so will the need for water filters. Making a Homemade Charcoal... 4 Handy Home Remedies: Eco-Friendly way to clean your drains by Ardot (70 followers) Stop pouring that poison that we call drain cleaner straight down the drain! It's terrible for the environment and is very expensive. Read on to find a very inexpensive and ecological solution that can be used anytime...
  • 31. 26 Home Plumbing Repair Tips - Do It Yourself by Peter Brown (92 followers) Plumbing problems can be a headache, and many people are intimidated by DIY plumbing projects. These home plumbing repair tips are a wealth of information for almost any home plumbing repair job. Use them to do your own... 5 Falling off a Kohler High Rise Toilet by Tony Lawrence (758 followers) I know I am not the only person to have fallen off a toilet. I'm sure uncountable people have done so while drunk. I'm sure others have had this misfortune while ill and, because certain bodily functions can lower your... 6
  • 32. How to Fix a Stopped up Sink Drain by David Schulze (75 followers) This page talks about how to fix a stopped up sink. It is easier than you think and you can save hundreds of dollars. 0 How does a Toilet Work - Toilet Basics 101 by Novel Treasure (207 followers) How does a toilet work. How to change the float ball in a toilet. Toilet bowl water level. Ever wonder how a toilet really works? See the basics of toilet operation with simple descriptions and easy to read diagrams. 18 Help! My Pipes Are Clogged and I Don't Know Why by Tammy (529 followers) I can't understand why my pipes are clogging. I just replaced them. Is there a difference between hard water and soft? The plumbing has been corroded clear through. Smells of sewer assault the nose. 0 toilet bowl choke plumbing by Nicholas Your toilet serves the important function of carrying waste away from your home with each flush. However, toilets can develop a choke gradually or suddenly and without warning. In some cases, a toilet bowl choke can be...
  • 33. 3 Toilet Paper Roll Over or Under by hoov45 (99 followers) Toilet Paper Rolls - Should it be loaded over or under? We look at this debate here along with all sorts of other things related to toilet paper. 0 The Best Shower Head for Low Water Pressure by JacobGordon (2 followers) The shower at my parents' house has had terrible water pressure for a long time. The solution to low water pressure is to establish sufficient water pressure and get right shower head. 0 A plumbing disaster by Bonnie-Jean Rohner (21 followers) A normal morning can erupt into two days of discovery, as we learn yet another facet of suburban life ... the hard way. 0 How To Replace a Single Handle Bathtub Faucet Yourself by Ken Crawford (124 followers) One way to cut down on faucet repairs is to simply replace the faucet.When you replace a tub faucet,
  • 34. you must install a faucet that has the same number of handles as the current tub faucet. Tub faucet replacements are... 6 How to fix a toilet flush valve: An easy step-by-step guide by xixi12 (157 followers) A flush valve, also known as the fill valve, is the most likely to become problematic in your toilet tank setup. If you hear your toilet running constantly, then you may be losing water through a leaking flush valve ... 6 How to replace a hot water heater element by Dobson (416 followers) How do I replace a hot water heater element? Well, this is just one method, but it is one I have done multiple times with excellent results. It will require up to an hour or so of your time, but will solve your issue of... 2 Toto Ultramax Toilet Review - Great Flush by excellasys (103 followers) Toto Ultramax Review I was so happy with my Toto Drake I decided to look at installing another toilet in my guest bathroom. I decided to do some more research and take a look at other Toto toilets. These things... 2 Be a Man, Fix the Toilet Seat Hinges! by KenWu (183 followers)
  • 35. Need to fix a broken toilet seat hinges and do not know how to do it right? This step by step guide will show you how to install a new pair of toilet seat hinges even a newbie can do it right. 0 Best 5 PVC Pipe Cutter by Brian Slater (326 followers) The best 5 pvc cutters available on-line. All are 5 star recommended so buy with confidence. There are manual, ratchet and battery operated types to check in this review. 0 Plumbing How-Tos Tips For You! by james62 (9 followers) Did you know that most common plumbing problems or issues are usually easily solved? And that you can do most of these yourself! Without calling a plumber or having multitudes of experience. Below I have some articles I...
  • 36. 9 Setting Up A Rain Barrel System by Nspeel (205 followers) Setting up a rain barrel has a lot to do with your roof which has a lot to do with the quality of water you will receive from your rain barrel. 0 How to Take Care of Your Sink and Bathtub by Anna Sidorova (266 followers) What is the best way to feel comfortable about your sewage and drainage systems? It is to keep them in order and clean. Learn how to do this effectively. http://hubpages.com/topics/home/plumbing/3321