Ultimate Guide: Plumbing, Updated 5th Edition (Creative Homeowner) Beginner-Friendly Step-by-Step Projects, Comprehensive How-To Information, Code-Compliant Techniques for DIY, and Over 800 Photos

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Plumbing Basics

Learn the ins and outs of plumbing systems, so you can do easy repairs yourself and save, without calling a repair person! You’ll be able to handle:

Municipal supply lines Water meters Types of piping and tubing Fixture and appliance connections Drainage and vent systems Plumbing tools and supplies And more!

Your Complete Guide to Home Plumbing

Be your own plumber and make DIY repairs and improvements!

Ultimate Guide: Plumbing, Updated 5th Edition will teach you everything you need to know, from fixing a leaky faucet to making renovations, installing plumbing fixtures, and so much more.

“An excellent and valuable resource for DIYers on plumbing with clear instructions, pictures, and drawings, to aid in tackling installation and repairs.” —Dave Yates, Master Plumber, Columnist for Plumbing & Mechanical Magazine and PM Engineer Magazine

A complete guide to learning various plumbing skills to save on repairs by making upgrades, repairs, and installations yourself Over 800 photos take you through each step-by-step process Updated edition features new and relevant content to reflect the most current code-compliant techniques Detailed diagrams help you understand plumbing systems and apply how-to instructions

Water Piping

Follow step-by-step instructions to repair PEX water tubing, copper, steel, and plastic piping as well as in-line water-control, utility faucet, regulators, and safety valves.

Waste and Vent Pipes

By learning to work with drain, waste, and vent pipe and fittings, you’ll be able to extend or replace some piping in your home rather than just make simple faucet and toilet repairs.

Toilet Repairs and Installation

Do your own toilet maintenance with fundamentals like how gravity-flow toilets work, making repairs, fixing toilet flanges, and troubleshooting gravity-flow and pressure-assisted toilets.

Installing Sinks

When old fixtures bite the dust, you’ll be prepared to install your chosen replacement bathroom faucet and drain, kitchen and laundry sink, waste-disposal units, built-in dishwashers, hot-water dispensers, and more!

Sump Pumps, Filters, and Softeners

Many plumbing systems function well with basic equipment, but problem situations may call for additional tools. Learn how to install sump pumps, gray-water installations, and ejector pumps.

Septic Systems, Wells, and Sprinklers

Those who live beyond the reaches of public water and sewer systems rely on private water wells. Follow instructions for septic system and private water well maintenance, as well as how to install an underground sprinkler system.

Planning Changes and Additions

If you are planning to make improvements that require installation of plumbing fixtures or appliances where there are no water or drainage facilities, you’ll need to draw up a plan and make sure that it’s feasible and up to code.

Drains, Vents, and Traps

A home’s drainage system cannot function properly without the proper drains, vents, and traps. You’ll be able to fit, install, and maintain these fixtures as well as understand their inner workings.

Faucet Repairs

Faucet repair is an ideal do-it-yourself project. It’s light work, and the parts are affordable for a complete repair. Follow along with an overview of faucets and instructions on repairing compression, ball-type, cartridge, and ceramic-disk faucets.

Clearing Drainpipes

Handle any kind of clog like a pro whether you use drain cleaners or one of several clearing techniques, including how to access cleanout fittings and sink lines. You’ll be equipped to handle localized and vertical pipe-length clogs, soapy drain tunnels, horizontal pip-length accumulation, and more.

Repairing and Installing Tubs and Showers

Follow instructions to replace a tub drain assembly, replace a tub-shower faucet, as well as waste and overflow repair and replacement. You’ll also learn how to install tub and shower faucets, bathtubs, and showers.

Maintaining and Installing Water Heaters

Learn all about electric and gas water heaters! You’ll be able to solve common water-heater problems, learn how to service gas-fired and electric water heaters, as well how to install an electric water heater.

Single-handle cartridge faucet

Auger cable drain repair

Copper piping for cast-iron tub

Gas-fired water heater

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Creative Homeowner; Updated 5th edition (May 25, 2021)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 312 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1580118615
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1580118613
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.45 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.4 x 0.7 x 10.8 inches