Plumbing – Directory - Extreme How To

Fix a Leaking Overflow Drain

Plumbing, Plumbing - Directory, Repairs April 19, 2017 Sonia

A simple leaky gasket can cause a big problem. By Matt Weber You wouldn’t think a bathtub overflow drain would be the source of a water leak, especially if you never fill the tub to a level at which water would enter the opening. You, like me, could be very wrong. It didn’t […]

Extend the Life of Your Water Heater

Construction How-To, Plumbing - Directory, Water Heaters March 21, 2017 Sonia

By Merle Henkenius How will you know when your water heater needs to be replaced? When its steel tank begins to leak. Conventional gas and electric water heaters have few external components, and none of them move, which makes these appliances quite durable. You may need to replace an ignitor or a temperature-and-pressure […]

Replace a Shower Diverter Valve

Construction How-To, Plumbing - Directory March 17, 2017 Sonia

By Matt Weber A shower diverter valve switches the supply of water from the faucet to the shower head and back again. Repeated operation over time can wear out the valve or the rubber washers and result in drips and leaks. Two handle faucets typically have one of two types of diverter valves. […]

Hidden Problems of a Bathroom Remodel

Bath, Construction How-To, PEX, Plumbing - Directory, Remodeling March 2, 2017 Sonia

Reconstruction of the walls and floor can present problems for a major bathroom overhaul. By Rob Robillard Bathrooms are botched more than any other room in the house. With bathroom remodels people often focus on easy-to-see things like tile colors and layout, or special amenities like heated floors. These are all important, but you also need to think about the […]