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What's the Difference: Connecting PVC pipe Online Membership Required

Both PVC cleaner and PVC primer be used to create a strong joint, but one is required by code by Ed Cunha

Replace a trap, and add a cleanout

A plumber teaches you the right way to remove the drain plug, attach the new Y-fitting, and glue the trap and cleanout in placeby Ed Cunha

Replace a Shower Mixing ValveOnline Membership Required

A new pressure-balanced valve provides safer, more convenient temperature control than you'll get from two handlesby Ed Cunha

Adding an Outdoor FaucetOnline Membership Required

Installing a frostproof faucet is easier than dragging a hose around the houseby Carl Vonnoh III

Tip: Site-built plunger unclogs kitchen sinkOnline Membership Required

by Charles Miller

Soldering Copper Pipe

A seasoned plumber shows you how to keep it simple—and safeby Rich Monroe

A Primer on PVC Pipe

It's easy to work with, but you've still got to choose the right fittings and follow some basic rulesby Ed Cunha

PEX: an Alternative to Copper PipeOnline Membership Required

Cross-linked polyethylene is tough and flexible, and you don't need a torch to install itby Dave Lovesky

Tip: Pipe-soldering shieldOnline Membership Required

by Andy Engel

Cutting and Soldering Copper PipeOnline Membership Required

Clean the fittings carefully and heat them completely to get neat, leak-free jointsby Peter Hemp

Tip: Removing broken plastic pipesOnline Membership Required

by Sandy Tod

Tip: Pipe-soldering blast shieldOnline Membership Required

by John Carroll

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