'Plumbing' Category

Most household toilets work by using gravity to force a tankful of clean water into the bowl to push waste down a soil pipe and into the sewer system. To unclog a toilet, you'll need a plunger with a flagged cup like the one shown below. The flange fits the opening more snugly than a regular plunger and the large air pocket inside the plunger increases its effectiveness. [...] Read More

When you are familiar with the plumbing system and you have the proper tools then you have what it takes to tackle minor repairs such as fixing a leaky faucet and clearing a blocked drain. Preventive maintenance can save you money and inconvenience. Periodically clean out the hair and soap scum from the bathroom sink and tub drains. [...] Read More