The Basic Plumbing -- Techniques Guide: Article Index and Intro

Plumbing Systems: An overview of what plumbing involves. What you need to know about codes and permits. The basic plumbing tool set. How water is supplied to your home and disposed of.

• Plumbing Systems: Introduction
• The Basic Plumbing Tool Set
• The Water You Use
• The Basic Water Supply System
• Wastewater Disposal

Emergency Repairs: Quick-reference guide to coping with toilet emergencies, clogged drains, frozen pipes, overflowing washers, and leaks. Emergency plumbing kit.

Working with Pipe: Advantages and disadvantages of various kinds of pipe. Methods and tools for measuring, cutting, bending, joining, and repairing pipe.

• Intro and Threaded Pipe
• Copper Tubing
• Plastic Pipe
• Cast Iron Pipe

Valves and Faucets: Descriptions of common types of valves and faucets—old and new—and how to repair, replace, and install them.

Fixtures and Appliances: How to repair and replace a sink, garbage disposer, dishwasher, washing machine, water heater, or bathroom fixture. Choosing a solar water heating system.

Installing a New Bathroom: Planning and installing a new bathroom in an addition or an existing room. How to size and frame pipe and fixtures.