DIY Plumbing How-Tos

Instructions on how to fix a leaky or running toilet. Repairing a toilet that runs constantly is a quick easy job that anyone can handle.

Fix your own leak and save. Step by step instructions.

Plumbing problems come in all shapes and sizes, from dripping faucets to sewer system backup to burst pipes. This article lists the most common issues, what causes them and suggests some easy fixes when appropriate.

When it comes to plumbing problems, or even maintenance, there are things we do that can make solutions more difficult, timely or expensive. Here, think "what would the plumber think?" before you act.

Need to know how to fix a slow-draining bathtub? Here are the six best methods to try. Unclogging a bathtub drain yourself can save you money.

Modern technology has afforded us many choices when it comes to residential plumbing. Each pipe material has some inherent advantages and disadvantages associated with it. This article describes and compares the characteristics and properties of these common pipe materials.

A step by step guide showing how to repair a leaking ball cock valve in the header tank in your loft. This guide also explains the layout of hot and cold pipes and valves used in home plumbing systems

Trouble with the toilet can be a nuisance, but it doesn't have to be a heartache as well. Most of the common problems have some of the easiest solutions.

A basic guide to pipe types, plumbing fittings, and thread sizes, and instructions for how to use fittings to connect copper, PVC, and PEX water pipes.

How to clear a kitchen sink drain that has become clogged.

Leaky outdoor spigots can be easy to fix for DIYers. If you don't like to spend money on something you can do yourself, check out these simple steps to replace your outside faucet.

For the hardest blockages and build ups, a hydro jet system may be the solution. Find out how it works here.

When a homeowner first begins using a septic system, there are a few things they need to know.

A spigot (also known as a hose bib, bibcock or garden tap) leaks when the rubber washer inside wears away over time. Anyone with basic DIY skills can replace this. Only 2 tools are required.

Conserving water is an important part of maintaining a septic system.

A home with a septic system can seem intimidating for prospective buyers but are they really as scary as they sound? How exactly do they work and how much maintenance do they really require?