Household Plumbing Projects

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A rusty old basement drain in a concrete floor.
How to Unclog a Basement Floor Drain

Don't let a clogged drain make basement flooding a problem in your future.

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How to Install Flare Fittings to a Gas Stove

Flare fittings are used to provide gas stoves with a tight seal around pipe connections to prevent gas

Ice maker full of ice inside a refrigerator
3 Reasons a Refrigerator Ice Maker Might Give Musty Ice

Ice should taste like ice, not stale food.

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How to Install a Sillcock

A sillcock is the best protection for your water pipes against exploding, due to freezing temperatures. While professional frost-free sillcock installation is costly, you can install a sillcock by following these simple steps within an hour or so. Tools and Materials Needed: Hacksaw Bucket Measuring

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Tailpiece

In plumbing, the tailpiece is the short piece of pipe between a fixture drain and a trap. The inlet tubes

Shower head mounted to a post outside
How to Install Outdoor Shower Fixtures

Rinse off dirt or pollen rather than taking it indoors.

red and blue PEX plastic pipes running toward copper pipes
Transitioning to PEX Plumbing

It's cheaper and more flexible than copper.

Wrenches on a series of plumbing pieces
How to Install a Pipe Freeze Protection Valve

You need to understand a few key locations.

pile of pipe insulation tubes
DIY Water Pipe Insulation

Choose the type of insulation that suits your needs.