Although PEX piping is a new and modern system for water delivery, many people still prefer copper pipes for their homes. For copper piping to work properly, you have to put them together in an inseparable bond. The bond is quite important as this is the part that prevents leaking. A foolproof way to combine … Read more
Plumbers in general have to face a lot of difficult situations. Oftentimes they are on their knees on a very hard bathroom tile fixing sinks, toilets, and water plumbing issues. This means that there’s a lot of pressure on their knees. With prolonged exposure to pressure, your knees can become sore, and can also darken … Read more
If your home water system has a tank-style water heating system, there is a high possibility that it comes with an anode rod. The water heater lining in a water heater system is prone to corrosion. An anode rod is added as a sacrificial element so that it corrodes instead of the water heater lining. … Read more
Are you a professional plumber, DIY enthusiast, or a homeowner who fixes all the projects by yourself? If yes, then you need to get a soldering torch in your toolbox. Soldering torches have almost completely replaced soldering irons. Because, not only are they more convenient to use, but also you get to solder copper pipes … Read more
There’s no doubt that the Dremel tool has made our lives easier. From engraving a business logo on wood to etching intricate designs on glass, the versatile tool simply eliminates the need for hiring anyone. If you’re lucky enough to own a Dremel, you probably know that for cutting different materials, you’ll need to attach … Read more
Isn’t it interesting how one metal can bend and change the entire shape of another with the help of some pressure? That’s what an HVAC flaring tool does. It expands the pipe end so you can connect it to another end user in cooling and heating systems. Its cone is the main shape-shifter. As you … Read more
“Oh, no! The vanity top just wobbled while I was washing my hands!” This kind of unfortunate situation can be quite annoying provided that you’ll need to give additional hours for fixing the newly-installed top. What’s worse, if the vanity base is made of wood and water somehow seeps into it, you know the consequences! … Read more
Small and simple, the air admittance valve is a great solution to any bad smell coming from your sink fittings! This small instrument comes in a variety of shapes and sizes, as well as a range of prices. However, you can ensure long service and optimum performance if you understand the different features. And for … Read more
Have you ever had a situation where water from the drain was getting back into your sink? Or maybe odors escaping into your house through the sink? I can’t even begin to tell you how frustrating that can be. But tell you what? With the best p trap, you can solve the issue entirely. A … Read more
How many times have you tried to solder your copper pipe and failed? You will see many similar situations where people have to deal with leaks all around their house. Why? Because of the soldering on all the plumbing, soldering copper pipes started to leak. Now you might think, why doesn’t soldering copper pipe stay … Read more
