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Outdoor Faucet Repair – Repairing Outdoor Spigots

admin — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 02:00:02 +0000

Outside water spigots are one of the most common sources of water leak around the home. Sometimes they only leak when the water is turned on. In more extreme cases they leak all the time, sometimes a small drip, other times a serious flow. But all these problems are easy and inexpensive to repair.

Stop Plumbing Leaks – Plumbers Putty or Pipe Tape?

admin — Sun, 20 Sep 2009 18:21:31 +0000

Sealing pipes and hoses during plumbing projects is critical. That’s obvious. But how to do that correctly can be a little trickier than it looks.

The first tip follows the old mechanic’s rule: the right tool for the right job.

Select sealant according to its proper purpose. Use plumber’s putty for securing sink flanges when installing a garbage disposal unit. Use special-made toilet bowl grease to seal the base of the bowl to the trap (the hole or pipe out which the water is flushed). Use silicon caulk for shower pipes and spouts. And so on.

Cheap Closet Organizers – Tips to Find Inexpensive Closet Organizers

admin — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 04:54:43 +0000

Closet organizers are a great way to create space in your home where there was none before. There are a number of organization solutions you may find, from simple shoe cabinets to complete closet organization systems. Here’s a few ideas on what to look for in inexpensive closet organizer solutions.