Plumbing

Careful planning and commonsense rough-in make a well-performing, safe, and easily maintained system. Guaranteed. by Dave Yates

A look at fixtures and appliances that can save you money, improve community health, and help the climate. And yes, your toilet will still flush. by Sean Groom

PEX-a, -b, or -c? by Don Burgard

How to remove and replace a failing valve or fitting by Georg Efrid

With a smoking record for saving lives and protecting houses, it’s no surprise sprinklers were adopted into the International Residential Code by Chris Ermides

Learn this simple and professional technique for replacing a sink trap along with tips for proper venting by Bruce Norman

Plumber Bruce Norman demonstrates how to connect PEX components with a push-fit fitting or a clamp ring by Bruce Norman

A plumber demonstrates how to connect PEX components with a push-fit fitting or a clamp ring by Bruce Norman

An ingenious alternative use for paper-face metal drywall tape by Charles Miller

From wrapping your tank to tapping the sun: Six ways to put your water heater on an energy diet by Dave Yates

Marathon water heater by Water Heater Innovations, Inc. by Justin Fink

Which is best: ball, cartridge, or ceramic-disk valves? by Rob Yagid

by Henry Wong

Do lower water-heating temperatures mean lower energy bills and safer delivery? by Dave Yates