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Calling All Plumbers and DIY – Tips on Remodeling a Bathroom

Hello all, so we were thinking back on the many crazy situations we as plumbers run into on a day to day basis. The one thing that kept creeping back up into my head that may sound simple but continually … Continue reading

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When it Rains it Pours – Roof Drains Explained

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I know this may seem like a strange subject to elaborate on but it is very much a specialty inside the plumbing trade. What could be complicated about roof drains? This article is not about installing roof drains in a … Continue reading

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Plumbing 101 – Cast Iron Soil Pipe

We are fully aware that quite a number of people around the country will wonder what the heck we are talking about but we thought it was time to talk about cast iron pipe and cast iron fittings. Cast iron … Continue reading

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Toilet Troubleshooting and Repair

Know Your Toilet Maintaining the functionality of all types of plumbing fixtures is an important part of a plumbers work. With some skill and knowledge servicing plumbing fixtures can be a real source of positive cash flow for a plumbing … Continue reading

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Bathroom Accessories – How to Drill Porcelain Tile

Bathroom Accessories  - How do I Drill the Hard porcelain Tile? Although some toilet accessories can be secured to the walls using adhesive caulk most need to be secured behind the wall using a drywall insert or toggle bolts. You … Continue reading

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Troubleshooting – Basement Sewer Smell

I Can’t Get Rid of the Sewer Smell in My Basement? This is definitely a question we hear fairly frequently and most times it’s relatively easy to troubleshoot. The very first question you should ask yourself or a potential customer … Continue reading

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Trouble Shooting a Sloan Flushmate – Picture Tutorial

In my perpetual quest to give you the best information I can, I ran across Sloan the Flushmate – Trouble Shooting a Pressure Assisted Toilet tutorial. There have been a few of these done over the years but none better … Continue reading

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What to do in Case of Blocked Drains or a Plumbing Back-up (Pt. 2)

SHOWER DRAINS (COMMON BLOCKAGES) Hair – Not that the man of the house can’t have long and luxurious hair but most times it’s the lady or ladies of the house. Hair falls out and gets caught in the drain line. … Continue reading

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Buyers Guide – Plumbing Material (Secrets About Buying They Don’t Want You To Know About) Part 3***PROFESSIONAL SECTION***

We’re not sure who “they” are or why “they” wouldn’t want you to know about them but here are some purchasing tips you can use to save money and aggravation. Figure out what you need to buy and categorize the … Continue reading

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Oil Rubbed Bronze Tub Overflow

Oil Rubbed Bronze Tub Overflow This is probably the most popular secondary faucet and trim finish on the market today. Chrome will always be the big dog on the block, it may get bumped for a year or so but … Continue reading

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