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Can I change a tap without turning the water off?

Can I change a tap without turning the water off? Yes, you can change a faucet without turning off the water. If you are able to turn the water off on the house water shutoff valve, or at the meter, the next step is to open the several faucets at the property. How do you fix a water line leak? Turn on the water supply and check if the leak is fixed. If it is not, turn the water supply off again and remove the water supply lines. Wipe the male threads on the connector with a dry cloth and...

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Does toilet flange need to be level with floor?

Does toilet flange need to be level with floor? With the toilet removed, you can see the toilet flange and measure its height above the floor. The optimum flange height to aim for is 1/4 inch above the finished floor. This typically allows for almost any type of wax ring to be used and still ensure a good seal. Should vinyl plank flooring go under toilet? It's considered best practice to always put a toilet on top of the flooring, whether the floor is made of wood, vinyl, tiles, etc. Not only will placing the toilet on top of the...

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What would cause a shower to leak?

What would cause a shower to leak? When water drips or drizzles from a shower head, there is a problem with the shower faucet (valve). In most cases, inner seals are worn, or parts have become corroded or clogged with hard water deposits. And the rubber O-rings and gaskets that seal connections between moving metal parts wear down with time and use. Can a shower value cause a leak downstairs? A shower valve can certainly cause a leak downstairs. It may not be the valve, however. You may need to do some investigating to figure out the cause and then...

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When was Moen Posi temp shower valve introduced?

When was Moen Posi temp shower valve introduced? The original Moen cartridge, the 1200 provided one-handle operation. It was used in all one-handle faucets, except the Posi-Temp shower valve, prior to the introduction of the 1225 in 1981. Why do I need a Moen shower valve? As with any faucet brand, a Moen shower valve contains working parts that can go bad over time. Moen pressure-balance shower valves are designed so they sense hot and cold water pressure and keep them in balance, preventing the shower from sudden surges of hot or cold water. What's the difference between a moentrol...

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Are Raypak and Rheem the same?

Are Raypak and Rheem the same? Rheem and Raypak are together owned by the same parent company who advises that the units are one and the same. There is one bigger distributor of supplies for swimming pools that deems Raypak as using the Rheem brand. When to replace Raypak pool heater up to cr406a? Raypak, Pool Heater Model C-R206A Up To CR406A LCD Replacement After 2011 only. If playback doesn't begin shortly, try restarting your device. Videos you watch may be added to the TV's watch history and influence TV recommendations. To avoid this, cancel and sign in to YouTube...

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What should I do if I have a leak in my toilet?

What should I do if I have a leak in my toilet? Place the washers and nuts back on the tee bolts and tighten with a wrench. Make sure the tee bolts are snug but not too tight; over-tightening may crack the porcelain. Reattach the water supply tube to the tailpiece of the fill valve, then turn on the fixture shutoff valve. Inspect for leaks, and tighten the connections if necessary. Why does the toilet fill valve leak around the top? While water is supposed to refill the tank from the bottom, it instead leaks out through the gaps in...

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What to do when no plunger?

What to do when no plunger? What To Do When You Don't Have A PlungerWire Hanger. If there's no plunger around and you need to do something to get that clog to go down, head over to the closet and grab an old wire hanger. Drain Snake. Dish Soap. Hot Water. Baking Soda & Vinegar. Reliable Drain Cleaning Experts in Walla Walla. What should I do if my toilet won't flush? Most of these are problems which you can easily fix by yourself. A toilet that won’t flush is a great inconvenience and that is why you should fix it...

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How much does it cost to clear a toilet drain?

How much does it cost to clear a toilet drain? The national average cost to unclog a toilet is $200 to $700. Most people spend about $350 to use an electric auger or hydro jet to clear the toilet drain and remove any foreign objects or debris that may be blocking the drain and make any necessary repairs. What to do if your toilet bowl won't drain? Lubricate the toilet bowl by adding some dish soap, shampoo, or a few slivers of bar soap. Heat a gallon of water to very hot but not boiling. A drinkable tea temperature is...

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What size is toilet drain pipe?

What size is toilet drain pipe? 3 inches The standard size of a toilet drain pipe is 3 inches in diameter, but the drain can be up to 4 inches in diameter. The drain pipe is usually connected to a 3-inch schedule 40 toilet drain pipe. How far can a toilet be from the vent? According to the UPC, the distance between your trap and the vent should be no more than 6 feet. In other words, for the vent to work properly, it needs to feed into the drain line within 6 feet of the trapways that connect to...

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How do you tell if water leak is inside or outside?

How do you tell if water leak is inside or outside? If the leak indicator stops moving, then you have a leak inside the house. If the leak indicator continues to move, then the leak is outside between the meter and the house. What happens if you have a water leak in Your House? A water leak, no matter how small, can be a homeowner’s worst nightmare, it not only has the potential to cause extensive damage to your home, but it can also cause some health and safety issues. As soon as I noticed the leak, I got on...