Reused Tub Gasket: Safe or Risky? Replacing an old bathtub drain can make the tub look much better. It can also raise a few plumbing questions. One common question is about the rubber gasket under the tub. A homeowner recently replaced an old push/pull tub drain. After removing the drain, they wanted to replace the… Continue reading Reused Tub Gasket: Safe or Risky?
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Rubber Grommet Drain: Is Putty Needed?
Question: If a drain has a rubber grommet, do I need plumber’s putty? Answer: Usually, no. If the drain uses a rubber grommet, that gasket is meant to make the seal. You pulled the drain apart to clean it. You also found old plumber’s putty there. That can be confusing. Many older drain installs used… Continue reading Rubber Grommet Drain: Is Putty Needed?
Fixing a Cracked Hybrid Water Heater Tray
Fixing a Cracked Hybrid Water Heater Tray A cracked condensate tray on your hybrid water heater can cause leaks. Learn repair options and why hand-tightening connections is critical. Hybrid water heaters are efficient but can have fragile parts. One of the most common issues is a cracked condensate tray. This problem often happens if fittings… Continue reading Fixing a Cracked Hybrid Water Heater Tray