Your InSinkErator has been working for decades. It came with the house about 25 years ago. It is an Essential model at 3/4 HP. A plumber says the unit is still in good shape. But you have a small crack and a steady drip. The crack is at the “anti-vibration tailpipe” area. You do not… Continue reading The $5 Fix for a Leaking InSinkErator Disposer
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Water in the Den? Slab Leak or Pipe Above?
You’re looking at a house as a rental. You walk in and find water in the den. The break is “underneath,” but the source is unknown. It could be a supply line under the slab. It could be a drain line in the slab. It could also be a pipe above the slab. Quick Q&A… Continue reading Water in the Den? Slab Leak or Pipe Above?
Leaky Thermostatic Shower? Find the Hidden Cartridge
You had a mixer shower fitted a few years back. Now the lower temperature control is leaking. That drip usually means a worn seal inside the valve. On many Arezzo thermostatic showers, the fix is the cartridge. Quick Q&A Q: Why does it leak from the temperature control? A: The cartridge seals are worn, so… Continue reading Leaky Thermostatic Shower? Find the Hidden Cartridge
The 5-Year Anode Check Most Owners Skip
The 5-Year Anode Check Most Owners Skip You flushed your water heater at year one. You flushed it again at year four. You saw no rust or grit. That is a good sign. But it does not tell the whole story. A tank can look clean inside and still be corroding. The anode rod is… Continue reading The 5-Year Anode Check Most Owners Skip
Fix a Leaking Reducing Valve at the Threaded Connection
Question:I have a reducing valve that’s leaking at the threaded connection. Is it as simple as loosening the connection and rethreading with Teflon tape or dope, or should I replace the valve and male fitting? Answer:Fixing a leaking reducing valve can be straightforward, but it depends on the condition of the valve and fitting. Here’s… Continue reading Fix a Leaking Reducing Valve at the Threaded Connection
Is the HOROW Toilet Brand Worth It? Review of Model HWMT138
Is the HOROW Toilet Brand Worth It? Review of Model HWMT138 If you’re considering a new toilet for your bathroom, you might have come across the brand HOROW, especially the model HWMT138. This brand is relatively new to some homeowners, so you may be wondering whether it’s a good choice for your home. Q: What… Continue reading Is the HOROW Toilet Brand Worth It? Review of Model HWMT138
Do I Need a Cleanout as the First Fitting in a Stack?
Do I Need a Cleanout as the First Fitting in a Stack? When installing basement sinks and connecting them to a 4″ stack, it’s essential to follow plumbing codes to ensure everything is up to standard. One common question is whether a cleanout must be the first fitting in the stack. Here’s what you need… Continue reading Do I Need a Cleanout as the First Fitting in a Stack?
Why Your Basement Toilet Gurgles When You Use the Sink
Why Your Basement Toilet Gurgles When You Use the Sink(plumbing101.i234.me) — It’s one of those strange plumbing mysteries: you unclog the kitchen sink upstairs, and months later the basement toilet starts gurgling again. Then, when you fix the toilet, the kitchen sink backs up. If this sounds familiar, your fixtures are probably sharing a common… Continue reading Why Your Basement Toilet Gurgles When You Use the Sink
Why Your Bidet Leaks from the Rim When Off
Why Your Bidet Leaks from the Rim When Off(plumbing101.i234.me) — A slow drip or leak from the rim of a bidet after turning off the center control valve can be confusing. Many older American Standard floor-mount bidets have this setup, with hot and cold handles feeding a center diverter valve that directs flow either to… Continue reading Why Your Bidet Leaks from the Rim When Off
Will My Trap Arm Block the Dishwasher?
Will My Trap Arm Block the Dishwasher? (plumbing101.i234.me) When designing a new kitchen, plumbing layout can raise tough questions. Many homeowners ask if the trap arm that runs from the wall to the sink could block a dishwasher from sliding into place. Question: If the trap arm comes out of a 2×4 exterior wall and runs… Continue reading Will My Trap Arm Block the Dishwasher?