Can you install a compression shut off valve on CPVC? The chlorination of polyvinyl chloride produces a plastic with more resistance to heat and corrosion...

Why do I get hot water everywhere but the shower? We’ll show you how to determine which is your problem and what you should do to fix it. If you’re gettin...

Can a water softener restrict flow? Although the resin bed in the softener tank should not need to be replaced, highly chlorinated water can break down th...

Is a cooktop in an island a good idea? In general, island cooktops may be a good choice for your home if: You want to take advantage of more storage space...

Why is my hot water heater not lighting? The water heater pilot light is a small flame that ignites the gas burner on your water heater. If the pilot does...

How do you run a clean cycle on a Kohler steam shower? Activating Power Clean Press and hold the timer, increase, and decrease buttons at the same time fo...

How is water bled out of a fire hydrant? It is very important that when the system is reactivated that the water is turned back on very slowly and that ai...

Why does my house have two water heaters? They normally have the first unit (the one closest to the cold water supply set lower than the “final” unit. Thi...

Can 2 toilets share a drain? In answer to the question, yes, two toilets can share the same drain line but not the same drain hole. How do you add a secon...

Are all shower rough in valves the same? Regardless of the shower trim kit style, the valve fixture basically does the same thing. Most shower rough-in va...