How to Repair a Leaky Shower Faucet Valve

Water leaking out of a chrome showerhead in a tiled shower.

Expert advice and videos on how to repair a shower faucet that drips or leaks. Very helpful, specific advice for fixing the main types of shower faucets. In This Article: What Causes a Leaky Shower Faucet or Shower Head Drip? Advice for Fixing Leaky Shower Faucets How to Fix a Leaky Two-Handle Shower Faucet How […]

Plumbing Tools

adjustable pipe wrench

Following are a few tools that can be helpful for do-it-yourself plumbing installation and repair jobs. Pipe wrenches Used in pairs, one to grip the pipe and the other to turn the fitting, pipe wrenches have adjustable, toothed jaws designed for gripping and turning threaded pipes and pipe fittings. They come in several sizes, from […]

Bathroom Sink Plumbing

diagram of bath sink

How bathroom sink plumbing works, including a diagram of the drain plumbing assembly A bath sink typically has two fixture holes on either 4-, 6-, or 8-inch centers. The wider types are meant to receive a split-set faucet, with faucet handles separate from the spout. The 4- or 6-inch holes may receive either a center […]

How to Solve Water Pressure Problems

Diagram of an outdoor water piping including the location of a main water supply valve.

In This Article: Low Water Pressure At a Single Fixture Low Water Pressure Throughout Your House How to Test Water Pressure & Install a Pressure Regulator Dealing with low water pressure in your home can be a frustrating experience. Whether you’re struggling to wash dishes while watering the lawn or noticing weak water flow from […]