Dear James: I plan to add a new bathroom, and some old plumbing should also be replaced. I’m not comfortable using a torch and solder, so would plastic plumbing be good? Dear Laura: Sweating copper ...
When something in the house stops working or needs to be replaced, the first impulse of many people is to call a contractor ...
You may or may not know that not only am I a home builder, but I’ve also been a master plumber since age 29. I was drawn to the plumbing craft because of its fascinating three-dimensional nature. Your ...
Many homeowners believe tighter equals better when fixing pipe connections. Overtightening supply tubes, pipe and fittings and toilet bolts is one of the most frequent mistakes DIYers make. They crank ...
Safety experts are urging homeowners to recognize the limits of DIY plumbing and renovation work, stressing that complex tasks often require professional tools, permits, and expertise. Improper ...
Do-it-yourselfers often are regarded as determined and self-sufficient, but the jobs they take on don't fit into a single ...
You may or may not know that not only am I a home builder, but I’ve also been a master plumber since age 29. I was drawn to the plumbing craft because of its fascinating three-dimensional nature. Your ...