MISCELLANEOUS PLUMBING
MISCELLANEOUS PLUMBING
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Shark Bite Fitting are pretty Handy
shark bite fittings.movHow to install a shark bite fitting
How to install a shark bite fitting.MOVFROZEN PIPES
Why do we need to keep heat on in the house in the winter?
When the temperature outside drops below freezing, the water in your pipes can also freeze and expand, putting pressure on the pipes and causing them to crack or burst.
Keeping the heat on in your house during winter is important to prevent your pipes from freezing and potentially bursting.
The photo below shows a shower valve made of BRASS that froze and burst because the heat was not turned on when it was cold out.
GALVANIC CORROSION
Galvanic corrosion, also known as bimetallic corrosion, is an electrochemical process whereby one metal corrodes in preference to another metal that it is in contact with through an electrolyte. Galvanic corrosion occurs when two dissimilar metals are immersed in a conductive solution and are electrically connected.
galvanic corrosion.MOVPLUMBING REPAIR
EMERGENCY PLUMBING REPAIRS
Emergency plumbing repairs.MOVHow to repair a leaking bathtub faucet by replacing the seats and stems.
Watch this video to know how.
You my want to put some plumber grease on the washer.
Here's the link from Home depot: Plumber's grease
Repair: Swapping out a commode
Repair: Swapping out a commode
Swapping out a commode.mp4OATLEY VENT CAP
Amazon link: Oatey Mushroom Vent Cap, 3 Pack
If there are tall trees where leaves might clog a plumbing vent, these caps can be used to keep debris out.
HOW TO STOP A LEAKING BATHTUB BASKET
A ceiling issue was discovered in a unit, caused by a leak from the bathtub above. The problem was identified when bubbling on the ceiling revealed water dripping from the tub area. The source of the leak was traced to a faulty tub shoe that lacked proper plumber's putty during installation. To address the issue, the old gasket was removed, the area was thoroughly cleaned, and plumber's putty was applied before installing a new gasket. The tub shoe was then tightened, and the excess putty was cleaned off.
how to stop a leaking bathtub basket.mp4Separating Welded Cast Iron Fittings and Steel Pipe
Decades-old cast iron heating fittings and steel pipe become welded together over time. You either cut the pipe or break the fitting, demonstrating how it’s done.
old cast iron heating fittings.mp4BURST PIPE REPAIR USING SHARKBITE
With SharkBitePlumbing Max couplings, you can make a secure, watertight repair quickly and easily, restoring your water flow in no time —no special tools or soldering required!
Smart Plumbing Trick: The Pipe With a Hole Technique
The Technique
The Technique
Setup: A short section of pipe with a small inspection hole (or sometimes a clear piece of tubing) is added between the drain line and the cleaning tool (such as a drain snake or hydro-jet hose).
Function: As the clog is being worked on, the technician can observe through this section whether the water and debris are starting to flow.
Confirmation: Once the water starts moving freely and no more debris comes through the hole, it’s clear that the blockage has been broken up and flushed out.
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