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Plumbing Problems, How Tos & Repairs
Fix common plumbing problems like leaky toilets, low water pressure, clogged drains, cold water, and more with the help of our guide to plumbing repairs.
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How to Replace a Bathtub Faucet
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What to Do When Your Sink Stopper Is Stuck
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6 Common Reasons Your Gas Water Heater May Not Be Working
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What to Do When Your Hot Water Isn't Getting Hot Enough
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How to Replace a Shower Valve Cartridge
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How to Replace a Main Water Shutoff Valve
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Hate Clogged Plumbing? Here Are 10 Things to Never Pour Down the Drain
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How to Snake a Drain (and Stop Slow Drains Forever)
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How to Fix Super-High Water Pressure
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How to Get Rid of a Sewer Gas Smell
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What's That Smell In My Kitchen?
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What to Do About Water Leakage in Your Wall
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How to Troubleshoot a Dishwasher That Won't Drain
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How to Replace a Drain Trap on a Bathroom or Kitchen Sink
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How to Clear Every Clog: Snaking a Bathroom Sink Drain
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Simple Household Tests for Hard Water
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What Is the Best Way to Fix a Slow Sink Drain?
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Easy Repair for a Leaking Delta Bathroom or Kitchen Faucet
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How to Turn off the Water for Plumbing Repairs
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Diagnose a Leaky Faucet and Prevent Wasting Water
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Fix an Annoying, Leaky Hose Bib
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Preventing Frozen Water Pipes With Heat Tape
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How to Deal With Frozen Water PIpes
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The Telltale Signs of a Clogged Sewer Drain in Your House
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Figuring Out Why You Have Low Water Pressure
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The Right Way to Use a Standard Drain Plunger
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How to Unclog a Sink Drain
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Learn How to Repair a 2-Handle Cartridge Faucet
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Reasons Your Home Has Low Water Pressure
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What to Do When Your Water Heater Is Making Noises
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How to Fix Inconsistent Water Temperature
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Troubleshooting Checklist for an Electric Water Heater
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Here Are 5 Easy Ways to Fix a Leaky PVC Pipe
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Learn How to Troubleshoot Your Lawn Irrigation System
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How to Get Quicker Hot Water With a Hot Water Recirculating System
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How to Use a Drain Snake to Quickly Clear Shower Clogs
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How to Unclog Any Drain
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2020 Roto-Rooter Prices for Unclogging and Video Inspection
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5 Fixes for a Drain Snake That Is Not Working
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Replacing a Heating Element in an Electric Water Heater
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How to Fix a Leaky Faucet
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Your Guide the Different Types of Drain Plungers
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What Does the Bonding Wire on a Water Heater Do?
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Tips for Repairing Polybutylene (PB) Plumbing Pipe
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How to Inspect and Fix Your Own Gas-Fired Boiler
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5 Fixes for Water Heater Leaks
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It's Easy to Fix a Leaking Cartridge Faucet
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How to Fix a Leaking Black Poly Supply or Sprinkler Pipe
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How to Repair a Leaky Frost-Proof Faucet
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You Can't Beat a Handheld Auger for Unclogging a Sink
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How to Clear a Blocked Faucet Aerator
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What Should You Do With a Leaking Clean-Out in a Drain Pipe?
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An Easy Fix for Your Fluidmaster Toilet Fill Valve
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How to Replace a Leaking Water Heater Drain Valve
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Fix a Leaky Toilet Flush Valve Using a Repair Kit
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How to Repair a Leaking Ball Faucet
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How to Repair an Underground Water Supply Pipe
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How to Care for Your Septic Tank
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How to Repair Common Home Plumbing Issues Yourself
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How to Replace a Frost-Free Faucet