How to ensure that a water pipe above the frost line (which isn't used in the...
We own a rural property where we only go during spring/summer/autumn, but don't visit in the winter. On that property we have a well for water - that's a classic-type well with a bucket and all, except...
View ArticleHow can I repair a localized concrete slab collapse over recent plumbing work?
I'm looking for some professional advice regarding a floor repair issue in my kitchen. Approximately 10 years ago, a plumber completely redid the plumbing system in my house.To install the new pipes,...
View ArticleLocalized Floor Collapse Above Plumbing Pipes
I'm looking for some professional advice regarding a floor repair issue in my kitchen. Approximately 10 years ago, a plumber completely redid the plumbing system in my house.To install the new pipes,...
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Removing old gas valve
I recently had a heat pump installed in my house and removed the old gas line.The meter was removed and the pipe cut at the other end, but the valve where the pipe comes into the house is still there....
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Can I paint over drain and supply pipes under my sink?
I would like to paint the drain and supply pipes. Are there problems doing that?
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Is glue needed for an LPG pigtail hose
We have a twin 45kg LPG gas cylinder setup.One of the pigtail hoses had a gas leak and as such needs replacement.I found a manual for our setup:manual pdfWe've been able to find the correct pigtail...
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PE pipe in wall grazed by drill bit - leave it as is or reinforce it?
It wasn't me. :-)While installing a new kitchen cupboard in the apartment below mine, the handyman drilled two very significant holes: one through my mains cable (effectively shorting it), and one that...
View ArticleHow can I connect copper pipe to an unthreaded, galvanized pipe?
I have a di-electric union which I want to install, but the union's galvinized side is threaded. The unthreaded, galvanized pipe is attached to the house so I can't easily thread it.Perhaps there's...
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How to fix bent, kinked metal pole?
What's the best way to fix a bent pole, like this one holding up this basketball 🏀 hoop?
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How to replace these 2" swimming pool PVC valves?
I need to replace some old 2 inch PVC ball valves on my pool pump's suction-side manifold, but I am running into clearance issues due to how tightly the original fittings were glued.Here are the...
View ArticleCan I screw a US garden hose into any standard threaded pipe?
Is a US garden hose connector any kind of standard pipe thread? So that it could be screwed into a normal, say, threaded iron or PVC pipe?I've tried a couple samples of what I had on hand and though...
View ArticleWhat is the correct way to clean/maintain sink bathroom drain?
Some research says boiling water, other research and people I know warn against boiling water (too hot, bad for pipes or the glue or something). I am of the opinion to avoid boiling water. I also agree...
View ArticleDo I need to ground black gas pipe?
The backstory:My HVAC friend, my dad and myself installed new gas pipes in my house after the 40 y/o pipe started leaking. Suffice to say, the old pipe was beyond repair, every retightening of the pipe...
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How can I repair a split copper pipe in place?
I have an exterior hydrant. The pipe is actually part of the valve. Water doesn't come gushing out of the split in the pipe unless you open the faucet.Is there any way to repair this? Or am I looking...
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Does my bathroom plumbing design meet code?
I have a simple house with a slab foundation and 1 bathroom. I am going to be putting in a new beam that requires a new concrete footer near my existing toilet. The current spacing would be a bit too...
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How to deal with this copper pipe protruding into alcove shower space [closed]
I have ripped out the acrylic alcove shower that came with my fixer-upper in preparation for replacing it with a tiled one. The alcove is very small (~36x36).I have discovered that the builders...
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ON and OFF for square-head gas valve
The picture shows the in-house gas valve for my outdoor grill. I want to make sure it is off as I never use it after purchasing the house. It has a square head and there is a nut on the other side....
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What is this pipe/vent going from my attic to the roof?
I am trying to determine the purpose of this pipe in my attic (if any). It is metal, 4-6" in diameter, and comes down from the roof and then turns at a right-angle for a couple of feet before ending in...
View ArticleWhy won't my hot water heater (electric) kick on, even after resetting from...
So, my pipes froze overnight.. including my septic/toilet pipes, even with a dribble running as much as possible..Currently asking:What else could I try on my hot water heater, to make it operate...
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What to use to fill pipe gap behind cooking stove
We just pulled out our cooking stove and found two gaps:A bigger gap around the gas line and wallA smaller gap on the wooden floor to the right of the bigger wall gapWhat would you recommend to seal...
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