May

May 6, 2014

Where the water goes after use

Most houses built before the mid-1960s have what is known as a two pipe drainage system for waste-water disposal. A soil and vent pipe fastened upright […]
May 4, 2014

The Tools for the Job

Most of the basic tools needed for plumbing are general-purpose tools such as spanners and pliers. For major additions or alterations, however, you will need extra […]
May 2, 2014

Plumbing Emergencies

Leaking hot water cylinder:1). Turn off (clockwise) the gate valve, if there is one, in the feed pipe from the cold water cistern to the hot […]