What drains faster, a vented or unvented drain? For every side-by-side test that I have ever conducted, the unvented drain is faster.
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Ever noticed those knocking drain noises when hot water drains out of your sink or bathtub? It's the drain expanding. That's it, that's all.
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It's possible to join ABS to PVC, but it's only supposed to be done with a mechanical coupling, not glued. For the rest of the story, read on.
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When a water heater is connected to a closed system, an expansion tank must be installed to prevent excessive pressure caused by thermal expansion.
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I wrote a blog post explaining the basics of floor drains over eight years ago, and received more comments on that post than any other.
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Are sewer inspections intrusive? Does the seller need to give special permission for a sewer inspection? Does the seller need to be notified?
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Toilets are a divisive topic, but today, I'll be setting the record straight once and for all on three important toilet topics.
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If you your home has an active sump pump, be warned: your sump pump will not last forever. I promise. It probably won't give you any warning before it fails
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One of the most conspicuous and annoying changes that was made to the plumbing code was the requirement for hideous dishwasher air gaps.
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Powervent water heaters have become the new standard for new construction homes here in Minnesota, but are they really that great?
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