Tag: diy plumbing
How to Connect PEX-A to PEX-B
Knowing how to transition from PEX-A to PEX-B (or vice versa) is a highly useful skill if you’re a DIYer. Consider a home expansion project. If your house was plumbed in PEX-A, but you want your new addition in PEX-B, you’ll need to know how to make a permanent, quality connection between the two PEX more »
4 Ways to Unclog Your Toilet, Sink, or Bathtub
There a lot of right ways to remove clogs in your plumbing — but there are a lot of wrong ways, too. Getting it right will save you headaches and money. While many plumbing problems require a professional, a common clog can often be fixed by yourself. So let’s dive into four ways to unclog your more »
How to Clean Your Dishwasher Filter
Here’s something many people, renters and homeowners alike, are shocked to learn: your dishwasher has a filter. If that’s also news to you, then your filter likely needs to be cleaned — desperately. A clogged filter means a worse-functioning machine. Want cleaner, gunk-free dishes? Then keep reading to learn how to clean your dishwasher filter. more »
How To Clean Your Shower Head
Water flow issues — such as low water pressure in your kitchen faucet — can often be an easy fix. Luckily, if you’re having similar issues with your shower, you can likely fix the problem yourself. Oftentimes, if your home’s water source is a well or hard water, your shower head can get a lot more »
FAQ: What is safe to flush down the toilet?
The Coronavirus pandemic has resulted in a lot of confusion and misinformation. As toilet paper, wipes, and paper towels fly off the shelves, it’s important we clarify what you can safely flush down the toilet. Here are the facts: many things you might be flushing down your toilet could be clogging up your — and more »
How To Clean Your Faucet Aerator
Water flow issues with your kitchen or bathroom faucet? Don’t worry: it’s a common problem. There are many DIY plumbing solutions, but cleaning your faucet’s aerator is the simplest — and can be a huge help. So follow these steps to learn how to clean your faucet aerator and get your sink back to running more »