Plumbing and repairing kitchen island sinks can be a deal more challenging than working with standard kitchen sinks. For regular kitchen sinks, drain pipes and vents are hidden and run directly through the kitchen wall - overall, they’re pretty easy to install; for island sinks, however, installing a vent or drain pipe takes a deal more work, Island vent pipes must essential contain their own vent pipes, without running off into the walls.
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When it comes to home plumbing care, you’re probably comfortable working with things like drains and basic plumbing fixtures. Almost anybody can unclog a kitchen sink. What about repairing or maintaining copper, PEX and PVC piping in and around your home? In many situations, caring for these pipes is something homeowners leave to the pros.
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As more and more American homeowners make the switch from conventional water heaters to high efficiency tankless models, many opt to replace their heaters on their own, as opposed to contacting a professional plumbing service provider. While it’s certainly possible to install a tankless water heater on your own, you should only do so if you’re absolutely certain you can take on the challenge, and have the right tools and know-how for the job.
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Installing new shower tile or replacing old tile is a DIY project that can dramatically improve your bathroom aesthetics, and add a customized flair to your home. However, the project can also be a bit challenging if you’re not prepared. In this blog, we break down everything you need to know to install new shower tile successfully, with zero hiccups and hassle.
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While modern plumbing innovations may not be something you think about often in your day-to-day life, new tools and technologies have made it much easier for homeowners to handle common plumbing problems and conserve water on their own.
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Installing a new toilet or replacing an old, low-efficiency model is a common DIY plumbing job anyone can do. That said, you’ve still got to be careful when installing new units, as one quick, careless error could result in damage to your home or other plumbing fixtures.
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When installing plumbing systems, fixtures and pipe in your own home, there’s no doubt an array of things that could go wrong, or otherwise complicate your DIY project. Renovation setbacks, missteps and errors can spell huge problems later on, and drain your time as well as your wallet.
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Everybody deals with plumbing performance issues at one point, and many homeowners have at least some experience repairing their own plumbing fixtures. With some elbow grease and DIY preparation, there’s much you can do to restore your drains, sinks and faucets without the need for a professional plumber.
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If you own a home or property, there’s a good chance you’ve had to dabble in DIY plumbing repair from time to time. Things like leaking shower heads, minor drain clogging and faucet residue are all easy problems you can fix on your own with a little know-how. That being said, however, there will always be times in which professional intervention is necessary.
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