Pocket Door vs Shower Plumbing: Best Fix? A tub and shower remodel can look simple at first. Then the pocket door plan changes everything. A pocket door needs a clear wall pocket. That pocket often takes the same space as water lines. It can also hit the shower valve, tub spout line, and shower riser.… Continue reading Pocket Door vs Shower Plumbing: Best Fix?
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Best Pipe for a 100-Foot Irrigation Well?
Question: What Pipe Should I Use In A New Well? A homeowner recently had an artesian well drilled. The well is about 100 feet deep. The system will be used for irrigation only. The planned flow is about 12 gallons per minute. The homeowner calculated a total dynamic head of about 240 feet. That number… Continue reading Best Pipe for a 100-Foot Irrigation Well?
Best Water Heater for Solar and Big Baths
Adding solar panels is a great time to rethink hot water. This is even more true in homes with mixed heat systems. Your setup is not simple, but it can work very well. You already have a 50-gallon indirect water heater. It is heated by a propane boiler during part of the year. In winter,… Continue reading Best Water Heater for Solar and Big Baths
Best Shutoff Valves for Sinks and Toilets
Replacing old shutoff valves is a smart plumbing update. Many older homes still have multi-turn stop valves. Those valves can get stiff, leak, or fail over time. A quarter-turn ball valve is usually the better choice. It opens and closes with one simple turn. That makes it faster during a leak or repair. For sinks… Continue reading Best Shutoff Valves for Sinks and Toilets
Best Bathroom Faucet Brand for Long Life
Choosing a new bathroom faucet should not feel confusing. Most homeowners want a faucet that lasts. They also want a shower head that works well for years. Style matters, but durability matters more. That is why Moen, Delta, Kohler, Grohe, and American Standard are common choices. Question Which brand is best for replacement bathroom faucets… Continue reading Best Bathroom Faucet Brand for Long Life
Toilet to Stack: San-Tee or Wye? Best Pick
You are tying a toilet drain into a vertical soil stack. The toilet is separately vented. You keep reading two answers. Some say use a sanitary tee. Others say use a combo wye and 45. So which one is “right”? Quick Q&A Q: What is the preferred fitting for a horizontal toilet branch into a… Continue reading Toilet to Stack: San-Tee or Wye? Best Pick
Best Plumbing Layout for Dishwasher, Disposal, and AAV?
Question:I’m setting up a 2″ drain in front of the dishwasher and disposal outlet. Due to other plumbing and HVAC obstructions, I can’t move either of these fixtures. I also need to install an air admittance valve (AAV) and a garbage disposal. I’m unsure which layout is best: the first setup with a bunch of… Continue reading Best Plumbing Layout for Dishwasher, Disposal, and AAV?
Best Touch Kitchen Faucets: Delta, Moen & More
Best Touch Kitchen Faucets: Delta, Moen & More (plumbing101.i234.me) — Touch and touchless kitchen faucets make everyday tasks cleaner and easier. But which brands are best, and how are they powered? Here’s a simple guide to help you choose the right one for your home. Q: Which brands make the best touch kitchen faucets? A:… Continue reading Best Touch Kitchen Faucets: Delta, Moen & More