Early plumbing involved the use of clay, cast-iron, and copper pipes. There were other materials, including wood and bored stone, but clay, cast-iron, and copper were the standbys. Historically more effort was put into ways to bring water into town and into buildings than was spent on channeling waste water away. If a carefully...
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Early Plumbing Materials:
How to find a good plumber:
How do you search for a plumber? Certain qualities are basic, though you of course will have your own requirements in mind, depending upon the type of plumbing help you need. You certainly have a right to inquire concerning the reliability of the people that will be coming into your home. You should expect...
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Toilet clog solution:
When forced to deal with a clogged toilet, calling the plumber may not be your first choice. If you want to tackle the problem yourself, there is no friend like the drain snake or plumber’s auger. The toilet drain snake has a covering to protect the porcelain finish of the toilet, and is the...
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Toilet Troubles:
Are you the designated first responder to plumbing emergencies in your home? If so, you probably know how horrible it can be to face a clogged toilet before you’ve even had your second cup of coffee. Fortunately for clog and overflow first responders, the clogged toilet can usually be cured with only a tool...
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Dealing with Drains:
Drain clogs happen, so it is a good thing to know how to unclog them. It is also good to know and practice good prevention methods. By being careful about what is and isn’t put down the drain, we can help insure that the clog never forms in the first place. Most drain clogs...
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