Plumbing

Both PVC cleaner and PVC primer be used to create a strong joint, but one is required by code by Ed Cunha

A plumber teaches you the right way to remove the drain plug, attach the new Y-fitting, and glue the trap and cleanout in place by Ed Cunha

Cross-linked polyethylene tubing is cheaper to buy, is faster to install, and won't corrode or explode by Andy Engel

Leakproof joints are made faster than soldering by Daniel S. Morrison

A new pressure-balanced valve provides safer, more convenient temperature control than you'll get from two handles by Ed Cunha

by Ed Cunha

Installing a frostproof faucet is easier than dragging a hose around the house by Carl Vonnoh III

by Charles Miller

A seasoned plumber shows you how to keep it simple—and safe by Rich Monroe

It's easy to work with, but you've still got to choose the right fittings and follow some basic rules by Ed Cunha

Cross-linked polyethylene is tough and flexible, and you don't need a torch to install it by Dave Lovesky

Clean the fittings carefully and heat them completely to get neat, leak-free joints by Peter Hemp

by Sandy Tod