Search results

If a coat hanger won't reach it I agree with the retriever head....

I would never split a tank & toilet unless there is a leak or obvious need to replace the bolts. Sure it's heavy but spending time on a job unnecessarily is questionable. THANKS TOO for the tip on using the shop vac to get the water out of the tank. I've done everything but that!!!! I'll...

My .02 here... I've had problems with a few flex supply lines. If they don't leak within a few minutes of installation then I've never had one to leak... but I have had quite a few from Homer and my local mom & pop hardware to leak when installed. Seems that I rarely had that problem in the...

Not all plumbing is for the do it yourselfer and I second the opinion of paying someone else to do it. When I install a gas line I ALWAYS pressure test the line to 100 psi for 15 minutes MINIMUM. I would run 1/2" (depending on the appliance) black iron pipe to within a few feet of the...

Sorry, but I too do not understand the problem. There are several 1/4 turn supply line valves available which are threaded or compression. You can get them with 1/2" NPT on both ends. Maybe these would be suitable for your needs. They are easy to turn and have various style handles from the...

I've gone to NEVER using a stop with an o-ring or washer. I now only use 1/4 turn ball valves and never have those problems once I leave the job...not very good for job security but I get a very happy customer.

I've done a gazillion of these tub replacements... including new plumbing fixtures. Generally, it takes me 13 to 16 hours to do the whole job then all the taping and first mud for the drywall. With a good sawzall I can have it ripped down and out of there in 45 minutes. I use a tub that the...

Personally, I don't see a problem locating these. If you're wanting classy stuff then go to a plumbing specialty store with a fancy show room. Otherwise, I've seen pretty much all of it at box stores and even the dreadful wallyworld.

Just my 2 cents here. It's a simple task with a screwdriver and multimeter to check an element without taking it out. Turn off the electricity to the water heater. Use the volt meter to check to MAKE SURE THE ELECTRICITY IS OFF. Remove one wire to the element. Check for continuity across...

I'm with speedbump on this one... if you're not going to do it yourself then fork out the bucks and pay someone to do it. Without pictures and knowing a bit more about what's there and how the repair is to be done I can't say much. The last time I did a job like that it took about 2 hours and...