No Hot Water After Bathroom Remodel? A bathroom remodel can uncover plumbing issues fast. One common problem is losing hot water after the water is turned back on. This can be confusing when no leaks appear. You may get warm water for a short time. Then the shower and house fixtures stop getting hot water.… Continue reading No Hot Water After Bathroom Remodel?
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iBox Shower Valve: Bend Copper or Use Fittings?
Installing a Hansgrohe iBox shower valve can feel tricky. The valve must sit square, solid, and at the right depth. That matters before tile, trim, and finished walls go in. In this bathroom remodel, the existing supplies are 1/2-inch copper. The valve uses 3/4-inch connections with threaded 90-degree adapters. The hot side is about 4… Continue reading iBox Shower Valve: Bend Copper or Use Fittings?
How to Move a 2″ Sink Drain 8.5″ During a Bathroom Remodel
How to Move a 2″ Sink Drain 8.5″ During a Bathroom Remodel When remodeling a bathroom, adjusting plumbing fixtures like a sink drain is often necessary. If you’re facing the challenge of moving a 2″ drain 8.5″, here’s how to tackle it efficiently. Q: How can I move a 2″ sink drain 8.5″ over in… Continue reading How to Move a 2″ Sink Drain 8.5″ During a Bathroom Remodel
How to Replace Toilet Flange & Shower Drain During Remodel
How to Replace Toilet Flange & Shower Drain During Remodel When remodeling a bathroom, it’s important to tackle plumbing updates while the space is accessible. Here’s how you can replace a toilet flange, adjust your rough-in, and handle a shower drain replacement. Q: How can I replace my old toilet flange while remodeling? A: Replacing… Continue reading How to Replace Toilet Flange & Shower Drain During Remodel
Adding a New Shower and Bathtub Drain
Adding a New Shower and Bathtub Drain Planning to tie a new shower and bathtub into existing plumbing? Learn proper venting, pipe size, and fittings to avoid code violations and clogs. Home remodels often bring new plumbing challenges. A common situation is adding a bathtub and shower drain to an existing setup. While this may… Continue reading Adding a New Shower and Bathtub Drain
Fixing a Toilet Rough-In Mistake
Fixing a Toilet Rough-In Mistake Accidentally created a 14” rough-in for your toilet after removing plaster? Learn safe solutions without breaking the slab or risking clogs. When renovating older bathrooms, it is common to uncover plumbing surprises. One challenge is creating an unexpected rough-in size. In this case, removing thick plaster left a 14” toilet… Continue reading Fixing a Toilet Rough-In Mistake