Using copper piping for plumbing has been a mainstay since at least the 1940s. A marked improvement from old plumbing systems which may have contained lead components, copper is safe and durable. It’s also kind …
Written by: Rob
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Until fairly recently, whenever I had a plumbing job to do, it was done with copper. Period. I was aware of the newfangled stuff called PEX, of course, and had heard others tout how easy …
Written by: Phil
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I recently tackled installing some french drains and exterior landscape drains to help direct the many pints of water that sometimes fall from the sky here in San Diego. One section of french drain was …
Written by: Marc Lyman
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Just when you thought Li-ion powered tools were all out of surprises, Milwaukee chuckles and says “Hold my [metaphorical] beer”! The new Milwaukee MX FUEL system is bringing battery power to the world of light …
Written by: Steve
Electronics, Featured, Green, Plumbing, Smart Home
If there’s one thing homeowners know, it’s that water is the enemy. From ice dams to pin-hole pipe leaks, roof leaks to failed angle stops – a little water leak can do a LOT of …
Written by: Marc Lyman
Got a sporty new fridge, with a water dispenser or ice maker? Need to hook up a water supply line to feed that sporty new fridge? You’re probably eager to test out your fridge’s capacity …
Written by: Phil
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This post is sponsored by The Home Depot. It all goes back to when the first Jones family decided to install indoor plumbing, and the rest of us just had to keep up with the …
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A few years back, apparently we were bored, or possibly smoking crack, and we bought an old farmhouse that needed lots of work. We spend as much time as we can there, as we re-do …
Written by: Phil
Recently, my wife and I spent several days out of town, working on a project. When we got back home on Saturday night, I was ready for a long, hot shower. I unloaded the truck, …
Written by: Phil
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This post is sponsored by Bernzomatic. Whether you’re a pro plumber or a DIYer, if you’ve ever sweated copper pipes you know the name Bernzomatic. Their lineup includes everything from flux, solder and brazing rods …
Written by: Phil