Includes index

Offers homeowners detailed instructions for replacing plumbing fixtures, fixing leaks and clogs, installing new pipes, and making general improvements.

"This photo-illustrated book for early readers describes what plumbers do to install and maintain water systems in homes and in the community"--

"From flushing the toilet to washing your hands, when something goes wrong with your pipes, you know who to call. Plumbers can stop a leak or help you put in a new tub. Read all about these community helpers"--

The author of Wiring a House and Inspecting a House covers waterfront in Plumbing, from the submersible pump in the bottom of the well to the utility sink in the laundry room, to step-by-step installation procedures for all plumbing fixtures, hardware, and appliances in the home. Along the way, the author makes carefully planned detours into the non-standard circumstances a builder or remodeler is likely to encounter in a remodel. Throughout the book,...