PEX pipe is a popular alternative to traditional piping materials, like PVC or galvanized steel. Copper is another common choice, despite its steeper pricing. Both materials are excellent choices for their own reasons, but can you use them together? Will there be any adverse side effects? If you’re questioning the compatibility of PEX and copper, …
Smelly, black sludge seeping out of the sink drain is enough to put a damper on a great day. All is well until you stroll into your bathroom, only to find strange, black gunk lingering in the drain. What is it? Quick Answer: Black sludge in a sink can be potentially dangerous as it’s typically …
Outdoor spigots and water faucets make chores like watering your garden or setting up the sprinkler on your lawn considerably easier. Instead of dragging a hose to your house, hooking it up inside, and dragging the end back out to where you need it, you can get it all done from a single outdoor spigot. …
Garbage disposals are an excellent way to minimize food waste, allowing you to grind the scraps instead of tossing them in your garbage bin. However, considering their job, these devices can begin to give off an unpleasant odor that lingers in your kitchen. So, to avoid the pungent scents, you may reach for a chemical …
Eggshells and garbage disposals are a debatable topic among most plumbing experts. While some argue that the fragile shards can benefit the garbage disposal, others vehemently disagree. So, which one do you listen to? We’re here to clarify the rocky relationship between eggshells and garbage disposals, so you don’t have to have a mini-debate with …
Orange peels are a type of food scraps you may generate at your home. They’re fragrant, leaving a lovely citrusy smell in your kitchen. So, could you put orange peels down your garbage disposal? If you’re wondering the same thing, continue reading to learn more! What Can You Put In A Garbage Disposal? There’s a …
PEX piping is a popular alternative to traditional plumbing pipes, like copper, PVC, and galvanized steel. Its popularity is partially due to its ability to expand, which helps avoid headaches like burst plumbing pipes. But do PEX pipes freeze? If they do, will they burst? This article reviews PEX pipes and how they hold up …
When electrical standards mingle with plumbing standards, the combined result can be complicated. GFCI outlets are a critical part of safety, regulated for specific instances by the NEC. These outlets are generally necessary for places of your home that are “wet,” like your kitchen and bathroom. Are GFCI outlets necessary for a garbage disposal? Today, …
Garbage disposals are a handy addition to the kitchen. No need to meticulously pluck all of the tiny food scraps out of the sink (okay, maybe it’s not that bad). Simply rinse the leftover scraps down the drain and flip the switch. Just like that. Done. But what happens when the handy-dandy tool goes on …
Outdoor faucets are convenient for various applications. Watering the garden? Check. Need to set up a sprinkler to water the grass? Check. Need to wash your car? Check. Kids want to play in the water and create a mud pit? Well, we’re not so sure about that one, but check. Quick Answer: The standard size …
Garbage disposals are a popular addition to many kitchens. They create an easy way to dispose of food scraps lingering in the sink without having to scrounge each tiny particle out. However, garbage disposals wear out like all mechanical devices after a while. When it comes time to replace your garbage disposal, you should know …
Garbage disposals are a convenient addition to your kitchen, enabling you to rinse small food scraps down the drain instead of meticulously picking them out. While they work fine when you’re on a public sewer system, it gets a bit trickier when you’re using a septic tank system. While you can install a garbage disposal …
A clogged kitchen sink is an absolute nightmare. Most people frequently use their kitchen sinks to wash dishes, rinse food, or clean throughout the day. While you could default to a bathroom sink, there’s something that feels so wrong about washing dishes in the bathroom. You may find yourself reaching for Drano, hoping its chemical …
PEX piping is a common choice for residential water lines. Perhaps your home had a terrible mishap, and the water lines froze, causing them to burst and create a mess. Your plumber may recommend PEX piping to replace the fractured pipeline. While PEX piping is a popular choice across the United States for its durability …
Sink drains are a rather important part of the sink itself, especially if you want the sink to hold water. While it may not be as crucial in a bathroom sink, sink drains are critical in kitchen sinks because many people don’t run sinks full of water in the bathroom. As you sift through your …
Undermount sinks are the perfect solution for a seamless, integrated look in your kitchen or bathroom. While they are an excellent choice, they must be installed correctly. Unfortunately, sometimes you do everything right in the installation, and the sink still fails after some time. If your undermount sink is leaking and you’re unsure how to …
Many plumbing projects list plumber’s putty as a necessary material. Unfortunately, unless you’re a plumber or an avid DIYer with a closet full of plumbing materials, you might not have plumber’s putty on hand. Now, you’re partway through your faucet installation and just now notice that the directions explicitly state “plumber’s putty.” And yes, you …
Plumbing repairs can be tricky, and although you may start with confidence, it can quickly peter out when the plumbing fittings are unwilling to cooperate. If plumbing repairs are on your to-do list, here is a quick guide to help you quickly loosen plumbing fittings. Tips To Remember Before you go to town on your …
