Polybutylene pipe was installed in millions of homes between 1975 and 1995, but we now know that it is a faulty water pipe. It is estimated that between 7 and 10 million homes in the US were covered by poly during this period. In 1995, two major lawsuits ended the use of polybutylene, and building…
Lead pipes have been used for thousands of years to distribute water from one place to another, and the one-time lead pipe was very common in homes because it is cheap, rust-resistant, and easy to weld. Eventually, health concerns prompted the switch to alternative plumbing materials. Copper and special plastics (such as PVC and PEX)…
If your plumbing system is pre-1960, we will discuss in this chapter what precautions you should take. In this chapter, we will discuss the galvanized pipe problems. If you have galvanized pipe, you need to know what the problem is. If you are suffering from this problem, we will study further what steps you should…
Friends, in today’s topic, we will study plumbing traps which are also called water traps or drain traps. We all use plumbing traps in our daily lives, but we do not know or have little information about them. Plumbing traps work in many different places like our homes, office, big buildings, hotels, and restaurants, which…
Steel pipe was once the standard for plumbing in homes and commercial buildings but is no longer used for drinking water supply lines. Most plumbing codes now require copper or polyvinyl chloride (PVC) pipe for potable water. But it is possible to repair steel pipe. There are also some simple ways to repair steel pipes….
CPVC has been used for residential plumbing in the US for over 60 years and is unique among today’s plumbing materials. CPVC is specifically compatible with American drinking water and impervious to chlorine and was designed for both hot and cold water distribution. But improper installation or servicing practices make it more likely to fail….
Installing copper pipes may be more expensive for you and may take longer. Because copper is a precious metal, copper pipes are more expensive to install than steel or plastic plumbing. But installing copper pipes in your home makes your plumbing system more efficient. In addition, Read the entire article to learn about how to…
The advantages and disadvantages of installing brass plumbing pipes are similar to copper tubing, except that brass pipes can be used in sewer pipes under pressure, and the joints between brass pipes can be screwed or soldered. Repair brass pipes are also similar to copper pipes, as brass is made from an alloy of copper…
Cast iron pipe was used primarily as sewer pipelines from the 1970s to the early 1980s. You will see iron pipes as sewer lines in old houses built during this time or earlier, which will be cast-iron pipes. Builders favored cast iron plumbing because of its advantages, such as reliability, the durability of materials, the…
UPVC pipe is a pipe made from unplasticized polyvinyl chloride. This pipe is a type of PVC (polyvinyl chloride) pipe. These pipes do not contain ingredients like phthalates and BPA (Bisphenol A), avoiding adding them to UPVC, which makes it tough and rigid. In this chapter, we will discuss how to install and repair uPVC…
Friends, we went further to learn about plumbing tools. We saw the wrench in it, but we still know little about the wrench, or we only know about some wrench. In today’s chapter, we will learn about the types of wrenches. We will get information about what a wrench is, different types of wrenches and…
Before knowing about polyethylene pipe installation and repair, let us know a little about polyethylene pipe. Polyethylene (PE) pipe was first commercially made in the 1940s, after World War II. Today, it is the second most widely used plastic pipe material after polyvinyl chloride (PVC). These two materials account for over 90 percent of all…
When installing a toilet, setting the toilet flange height is critical. The flange serves as the link between the bathroom and the sewage line. If the flange is not adjusted to the right size, the toilet will not sit on the floor, and waste may not flow properly down the sewage line. This post will…
The toilet flange, also known as the closet flange, is a crucial component that connects a toilet to the drain pipe under a bathroom floor. Made of materials such as PVC, rubber, copper, brass, stainless steel, or metal, the flange is secured with bolts or screws and anchored to the toilet with a wax ring…
Pipes are a common and significant component of modern infrastructure since they deliver various services, such as water, gas, sewage, etc. On the other hand, the pipes are home to various crazy, scary, hazardous creatures. From rats and snakes to spiders and frogs, the creatures found in pipes reveal the complex and dynamic relationship between…
A sewer camera inspection inspects the condition of underground sewer lines and other plumbing systems. Visual inspection of the pipelines must be done using a special camera that can be inserted into the conduits. An experienced plumber will typically conduct this inspection, which can help find plumbing system problems before they worsen. In this article,…
Access to a sewer system is crucial to maintaining a healthy and sanitary community. A properly functioning sewer system is essential for waste disposal and general sanitation. However, serious issues can arise if your drainage system needs to be fixed. Get an estimate for cleaning the sewer from a licensed plumber to repair your sewer…
If you don’t solve a clogged sewer line immediately, it can cause significant issues with your home’s water system and even costly repairs. Know the symptoms of a clogged sewer line so you can locate and resolve the issue before it worsens. Bad smells, gurgling noises in the lines, and blockages are some of the…
Homeowners often face significant issues due to tree roots that have made their way into their sewer lines. They can contribute to costly fixes, delays, and obstructions. Identifying the presence of tree roots in your sewer line and taking preventative measures can save you a lot of money in restorations and prevent the sewer from…
A sewer backup can be a messy and potentially hazardous problem for homeowners. When wastewater, sewage, or other unwanted water flows back into a building through its plumbing system, it can cause extensive property damage and pose health risks to those exposed. This article will explore what happens when your sewer backs up, including the…
If the sewer keeps backing up, it is a frustrating and unpleasant experience for any homeowner. This behavior may not only produce trash and odor, but it may also be harmful to your health and expensive. Many things, such as obstructions, tree roots growing into the pipes, and structural harm, can result in sewer backups….
Nothing is more frustrating than dealing with a sewer backup because of the hassle and potential harm it can cause your house. It’s dangerous because sewer backups can cause flood damage, unpleasant odors, and even health problems for us. The good news is that knowing the causes of a sewer backup can fix the problem…
A plumber is an expert who has knowledge about every plumbing job. Almost every building has pipes and water flow, so its repair and maintenance will always require experts. Also, the more buildings are built and the larger and more complex their water systems are, the more plumbers are needed. If you are thinking of…
From fire hydrants to hazardous waste, there is no other system more effective for containing and moving products than HDPE pipes. It is lightweight, resistant to chemicals and moisture, and can last up to 100 years. Best of all, it is a cost-effective control solution that is ideal for a wide range of different industries…