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Are Soka faucets any good?

Are Soka faucets any good? The quality of the faucet is great. Very easy to install too. I like that it stretchable and easy to rotate, convenient. We have two big sink and it matches well with our kitchen. What are the reviews for Aquasource kitchen faucets? Only public reviews on retail websites are currently available for this brand because of its somewhat limited availability. We found an average retail review rating for AquaSource kitchen faucets to be at 3.8. There are no complaint websites that register a rating for this brand. Is the customer service at Aquasource so good?...

Lifehacks

How to replace a two valve shower diverter?

How to replace a two valve shower diverter? How To Replace -Or- Fix A Two Valve Diverter 1 In other words, the piece that you turned to make sure the water was going into the tub. 2 You must find where the screw is located in order to remove the piece. 3 Don’t forget to plug your drain so you don’t lose any parts! What to do if your shower diverter is corroded? Remove the bathtub faucet to find the diverter. Try cleaning it by soaking in distilled white vinegar for 24 hours and use a q-tip if needed. You...

Guidelines

Do bathtubs need a vent?

Do bathtubs need a vent? Whether you're putting in a tub, toilet, sink, or floor drain, they all need a plumbing vent on the drain to make it work properly. If there is no vent, a number of problems may occur: The fixture without a vent may drain slowly. The drain will likely make gurgling noises. How do you vent a bathtub plumbing? In new construction, the simplest way to vent a bathroom group is usually to install a single vertical vent pipe behind the bathroom sink. This works as long as all the plumbing fixtures connect to the main...

Popular

How do you stop forced hot water baseboard heat from making noise?

How do you stop forced hot water baseboard heat from making noise? If the noise isn't in the wall or floor, but at the unit, remove the end cap where the supply pipe connection is. Buy or make a 3-inch pipe spacer out of thermal foam or plastic. Slide it into the hole in the wall or floor around the delivery pipe. It will stop the noise at that location. Why do I hear gurgling in my baseboard heat? Bent fins can rub together causing a ticking or pinging sound as the element expands and contracts. Access the bleeder valves...

Lifehacks

What to do if your toilet tank is overflowing?

What to do if your toilet tank is overflowing? If possible, enlist an extra pair of hands to turn off the supply line valve while you stop the water flow inside the tank. Turning the Water Off By Yourself – Locate the shut-off valve on the water supply line behind your toilet. Turn it counterclockwise until it’s completely closed. You may still need to remove the tank lid and pull up the float. How can I stop water from coming into my toilet? Turn off the water supply near the toilet. There is usually a pipe near the base of...

Miscellaneous

What happens to a goldfish when you flush it down the toilet?

What happens to a goldfish when you flush it down the toilet? As experts were quick to point out following the movie's release, flushed fish typically die long before they reach the ocean, going into shock upon immersion in the toilet's cold water, succumbing to the noxious chemicals found in the sewage system, or—if they make it this far—finding themselves eliminated at a water ... Is it okay to flush fish down toilet? No, shockingly you should not flush a dead fish or animal down the toilet. One reason is that the septic system is often not meant to handle...

Tips

Should there be water in my basement drain?

Should there be water in my basement drain? There is no "typical" level of the water below the floor level. The water level in the trap will be at whatever point the drain pipe is located. If the pipe is high the water level will be close to the floor surface, if it is deeper, then the water level will be that same distance below the floor surface. Why is there so much water in my basement? Stop Basement Flooding So your basement floor drain is backing up and flooding. There's water in the basement. First, you need to determine...

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What is a hinged flap valve?

What is a hinged flap valve? Double hinge flap valve, DN80-DN600 Flap valves are simple check valves installed on pipe outfalls or culverts to prevent debris from flowing back, such as sticks and leaves. The backing flange is cleverly drilled to faciliate either headwall or flange mounting. What is the purpose of a flap valve? Introduction to Flap Valves Their purpose is to allow downstream water to exit the pipe via a one-way flap door, whilst preventing rising water levels outside of the pipe from entering the pipe and flowing back up the system and flooding the protected area. How...

Guidelines

Do you need to replace an undermount sink?

Do you need to replace an undermount sink? Replacing and updating an undermount sink is a simple way to add some extra style to your kitchen or bath. Ashlee and Cody walk through how to remove an old undermount sink and install a new one. Difficulty Level: Moderate. If you are not 100% confident with installing a undermount sink, Lowe's recommends that you hire a professional. Where to put a wall mount kitchen sink? If you prefer to expose the apron front, you can install the wall-mount sink so the apron is recessed from the front edge of the countertop,...

Q&A

What is the best thing for a clogged toilet?

What is the best thing for a clogged toilet? Start with dish soap. As soon as the toilet clogs, head to the kitchen and fetch some dish soap; the slippery soap should help lubricate the clogged pipe and allow the lodged debris to slide down more easily. Pour about a half-cup into the toilet. What do Plumbers use to unclog a toilet? Another Secret Plumber Trick: Use Baking Soda and Vinegar. Another trick to unclog toilets comes from your elementary science fair project. Pour one cup of baking soda into the clogged toilet and then slowly pour one cup of...