Can One Roof Vent Serve a Water Heater? A roof replacement is a good time to rethink old plumbing and venting. One homeowner had a 13-year-old, 40-gallon gas water heater. The heater sat inside a small hallway closet. The closet measured about 27 inches by 23 inches. It also had a tight door with little… Continue reading Can One Roof Vent Serve a Water Heater?
Month: June 2026
Muddy Tunnels Above a Septic Drain Field?
Muddy Tunnels Above a Septic Drain Field? An older berm home can hide many secrets underground. That is even more true when there are no records. This homeowner bought an earth-style berm house built in 1986. The original owner had passed away. So, there were no clear papers for the well, septic tank, or drain… Continue reading Muddy Tunnels Above a Septic Drain Field?
Bad Cleanout Threads? Try This Drain Plug Fix
Bad Cleanout Threads? Try This Drain Plug Fix A floor drain cleanout should seal tightly. But that gets hard when the threads are damaged. This happens a lot in older drains. The plug may start crooked. It may spin without grabbing. It may also refuse to thread back in. In this case, the old plug… Continue reading Bad Cleanout Threads? Try This Drain Plug Fix
Toilet Supply Lines Can Flood Your Home Fast
Toilet Supply Lines Can Flood Your Home Fast Most homeowners never think about a toilet supply line. That small hose behind the toilet seems simple. It feeds water from the shutoff valve to the toilet tank. When it fails, the damage can be fast and costly. Over the years, we have installed hundreds of flexible… Continue reading Toilet Supply Lines Can Flood Your Home Fast
Is Your Well Filter Installed Wrong?
Is Your Well Filter Installed Wrong? A spin-down filter can be a helpful part of a well system. It can catch sand, grit, and other small debris before it reaches the home. But placement and direction matter a lot. A homeowner in a new construction neighborhood noticed a troubling setup. The same setup was used… Continue reading Is Your Well Filter Installed Wrong?
NIBCO Dura PEX Leaks: Is Repipe the Fix?
NIBCO Dura PEX Leaks: Is Repipe the Fix? A South Carolina homeowner has a serious plumbing problem.The home was built in 2003. It has NIBCO Dura PEX piping throughout the house. The house is about 1,200 square feet. It sits on a slab foundation. It also has three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The owner has… Continue reading NIBCO Dura PEX Leaks: Is Repipe the Fix?
Old Shower Knob Spins? Try This Fix
Old Shower Knob Spins? Try This Fix A shower knob should feel firm when you turn it. When it spins freely, something inside is not catching. This is common with older shower valves. It can happen more often with 40-year-old plumbing parts. The handle may be worn inside. The valve stem may also be stripped.… Continue reading Old Shower Knob Spins? Try This Fix
Stop Portable Dishwasher Faucet Splash Fast
Stop Portable Dishwasher Faucet Splash Fast A portable dishwasher can make rental life much easier. But it can also create a messy sink problem. This happens often with high water pressure and poor faucet adapters. Many GE portable dishwashers use a unicouple hose connection. That hose snaps onto a small faucet adapter. The common GE… Continue reading Stop Portable Dishwasher Faucet Splash Fast
Why Is My Sewage Pump Running After Rain?
Why Is My Sewage Pump Running After Rain? A finished basement can add comfort and value to a home. But it also adds plumbing parts that need care. One common part is a sewage ejector pump. This pump moves wastewater from the basement fixtures up to the main sewer line. It should only run when… Continue reading Why Is My Sewage Pump Running After Rain?
Glass Shower Doors: Worth the Daily Wipe?
Glass Shower Doors: Worth the Daily Wipe? Glass shower doors can make a bathroom look clean, bright, and larger. They also give a bathroom a more modern feel than a shower curtain. Still, many homeowners worry about water spots, soap scum, and leaks. Those concerns are fair, especially in homes with hard water. The good… Continue reading Glass Shower Doors: Worth the Daily Wipe?