How to Repair a Running Toilet
A toilet that runs constantly can be frustrating and costly, and while it’s tempting to call the plumber, save yourself time and money by fixing a few things yourself first....
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Well Water Pressure Tanks: How They Work & Even Out Pressures
Remember the good ol’ days when wells were just a hole in the ground, with a rope and bucket and you had to go out there multiple times a day...
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How to Tell If Your Valve is Open or Closed
One question that plagues both homeowners and professionals alike is: “Is my valve open or closed?” If you have a butterfly or ball valve, the direction of the handle indicates...
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Is PVC Safe for Gardening and Aquaponics?
More and more Americans are moving toward consuming more natural foods to improve and maintain their health, which means that more people are buying produce from local gardens, farmers markets,...
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How to Loosen PVC Ball Valves
PVC ball valves are considered to be one of the most reliable and commonly used valves for main water shutoffs and branch line shutoffs. This type of valve is an...
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Types of Contaminants in Residential Water
Can water filters remove a wide range of contaminants & bacteria from residential water sources? As a matter of fact, home water filters work extremely well when it comes to...
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The Longevity of PVC Piping - Making it Last
As one of the most-used plumbing materials, PVC pipe is known for being very durable and long-lasting. In fact, PVC pipes last approximately 100 years. Of course, there are various...
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How Tight Should Your PVC Fittings Be?
One of the most common concerns about PVC fittings is how tight they should be. Is there really is such a thing as “too tight” when it comes to turning...
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Pipe Thread Sealant vs. Pipe Joint Compound
If you look in any plumber or maintenance technician’s toolbox you are sure to find some kind of pipe sealant. There are different types of sealants for different jobs. Reaching for...
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The Best Way to Cut PVC Piping
One of the most common conundrums faced by PVC DIY'ers both new and experienced is choosing a method to cut PVC pipe with. Taking PVC pipe to a hardware store...
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Common Uses for Butterfly Valves
Using PVC valves to control water in a system is not difficult and can be extremely rewarding when done correctly. These valves are especially useful in home irrigation & gardening...
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Malleable vs. Ductile Iron
People know us for our plastic products (hint: it's in our name), but we are fans of everything to do with piping. Metal pipe, fittings, valves, and filters are no...
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What are the Different Types of Butterfly Valves? - Valve Buying Guide
Butterfly valves, as you may already know, are a type of quarter-turn valve with disc-shaped seatings. The disc sits perpendicular to flow of when the valve is closed and parallel...
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