How to Adjust the Temperature on an Electric Water Heater
Your household water temperature should be between 120-130ºF if your dishwasher has a heat booster (or you don't have a dishwasher) and if your dishwasher does not have a heat booster, then the water temperature should be between 130-140ºF. [... more]
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How to find an honest plumber
After years of working for my family's plumbing company, there's a few things everyone should know when looking for a plumber. If you read nothing else, at least read this. In every phone book in America there is a "AAA", "A-1", " [... more]
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How to "Go Green" in the Bathroom
Water may be a limited resource, but in America, the gallons wasted on laundry, cooking, bathing, and much more still add up to millions daily. If action is not taken, thirty-six states are likely to experience water shortages within the next ... [... more]
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How to Braze Cast Iron
Brazing is the joining of two pieces metals using a non-ferrous filler metal that melts at a lower temperature than the base metals. Using the grinder or wire brush, thoroughly clean the base metals that will be brazed together. Next using ... [... more]
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How to Repair Bathtub Plumbing
You've noticed the water pooling around your ankles while your taking a shower for awhile now it's gradually become a point of contention. Maybe you've been out of the bath, dressed, brushed your teeth and it just caught your attention that the ... [... more]
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How to Unclog a Toilet
There are few things grosser than a clogged toilet, but knowing how to unclog a toilet can help you to end the situation quickly. If you don't know how to unclog a toilet, you may be in for a huge mess as well as a hefty bill from a plumber. Try ... [... more]
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How to Adjust or Repair a Frost Free Yard Hydrant
A dripping frost free or freeze proof yard hydrant is more than an unsightly water waster. It is a potentially major problem. This is because a dripping frost free hydrant is no longer frost free. The above ground portion is filled with water and ... [... more]
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How to Easily & Affordably Green and Clean Your Shower & ...
Skin is our largest organ yet it's one of the most neglected. If your water is not purified you are absorbing toxins through your skin every time you shower & bathe. Chlorine can leave your hair dry and brittle, make your skin flaky and itchy and ... [... more]
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How to Build Your Own Steam Room
From tanning beds to home gyms, amenities once only available at the finest resorts or through club membership are now available and affordable to the average homeowner. This article will address one of the newest and most popular trends in ... [... more]
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How to control a toilet that has overflowed, and how to ...
Have you ever used the restroom and the toilet couldn't hold your massive amount. These are some easy steps into making your toilet last longer. And save you money on repairs. Everyone has to let out what comes in. It is just natural. There are ... [... more]
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How to Care for and Maintain Your Septic Tank System
You septic system will last you usually 15-25 years if you take proper care of it. Stick to the following as guidelines to ensure proper health of your septic system. Have your tank pumped every 3-5 years. An experienced septic pumper will check ... [... more]
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How to Caulk a Kitchen Sink
Caulking a kitchen sink like a pro can be done with ease through planning and careful preparation. Carefully peel away the old caulk around the sink if caulk still remains, clean the remaining caulk with a putty knife. For removing caulk behind ... [... more]
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