A leaking main shutoff valve can make any home repair harder. If the valve will not stop water fully, repairs become stressful fast. This is common with older gate valves. A gate valve uses a rising gate inside the valve body. Over time, that gate can wear, corrode, or collect grit. When that happens, the… Continue reading Leaking Main Shutoff Valve? Fix It Right
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Bad Drain Pitch? Fix Bathroom Pipes Right
Bathroom drain work can look simple at first. Then you open the floor and see the real problem. Flat pipe, wrong slope, and tight fittings can cause trouble. That is common in older bathroom layouts. This drain system serves two nearby bathrooms. The hall bath has a lav, toilet, and tub. The master half bath… Continue reading Bad Drain Pitch? Fix Bathroom Pipes Right
Is My Copper Plumbing Installation Done Right?
Question: My plumber worked quickly but didn’t seem concerned about the copper pipes being straight or plumb. The copper is pushed in from the outgoing PVC pipe. He said it’s fine, but I’m not sure. Should I get this fixed? Answer: In plumbing, the precision of pipe installation is crucial to avoid problems down the… Continue reading Is My Copper Plumbing Installation Done Right?