A main water shut-off valve is one of the most important parts in your home. It lets you stop water during repairs, leaks, or emergencies. So when that valve starts leaking, even a small leak matters. In this case, the solder joints are holding fine. The problem is different. The valve body is leaking at… Continue reading Sweating Shut-Off Valve? Don’t Patch It Yet
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Don’t Extend From a Gas Drip Leg—Here’s Why
Don’t Extend From a Gas Drip Leg—Here’s Why (plumbing101.i234.me) You asked: A plumber wants to remove the plug in the drip leg and run a 17-foot gas line to a basement laundry room. Is that okay? Quick Answer No. You should not extend a new branch from a drip leg. What a Drip Leg Does A… Continue reading Don’t Extend From a Gas Drip Leg—Here’s Why