Want to save time, money, and frustration on plumbing repair and replacement? Do it yourself! Plumbing Do-It-Yourself For Dummies turns even the most daunting household plumbing project into a simple, step-by-step process that delivers professional-quality results at a fraction of what you'd have
Plumbing Do-It-Yourself For Dummies
β Scribed by Donald R. Prestly
- Year
- 2007
- Tongue
- English
- Leaves
- 193
- Edition
- 1
- Category
- Library
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β¦ Synopsis
Want to save time, money, and frustration on plumbing repair and replacement? Do it yourself! Plumbing Do-It-Yourself For Dummies turns even the most daunting household plumbing project into a simple, step-by-step process that delivers professional-quality results at a fraction of what you'd have to pay a plumberβand you won't have to wait weeks for an appointment.From fixing leaks and drips to caulking a tub or shower, to replacing a faucet, you'll discover how to tackle 40 of the most common plumbing jobs in your home. Easy-to-follow, detailed instructions and hundreds of photos and illustrations guide you through each task. And, you'll even discover what surprises to expect and how to prepare for them. This user-friendly guide delivers all the help you need to:Understand your home's plumbing systemComply with local plumbing codesFill your plumbing toolboxβincluding safety equipmentOrganize, plan, and prepare for your plumbing jobRepair and upgrade faucets of all kindsUnclog drains, traps, and toiletsReplace toilet parts and fix leaky tanks and bowlsStop toilet tanks from sweatingDeal with noisy, sweaty, and frozen pipesReplace a dishwasher or garbage disposalComplete with a helpful primer on choosing the right pipes and fittings for your project and understanding your home's supply and drain-waste-vent systems, Plumbing Do-It-Yourself for Dummies is the one tool you must have before starting any household plumbing project.
β¦ Table of Contents
Contents at a Glance......Page 12
Table of Contents......Page 14
Introduction......Page 18
Part I Getting to Know Your Plumbing System......Page 22
Understanding Plumbing......Page 24
Fetch Me My Pipe and Fittings!......Page 32
Getting the 411 on Codes and Requirements......Page 40
Filling Your Plumbing Toolbox......Page 42
Part II Faucets and Sinks......Page 48
Part III Tubs and Showers......Page 94
Part IV Toilets......Page 132
Part V The Part of Tens......Page 170
Ten Tips for Plumbing Success......Page 172
Ten Tips for Dealing with Problematic Pipes......Page 176
Ten Safety Considerations......Page 178
Index......Page 180
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