Thursday, September 10, 2020

Plumbing Carrollton TX

 


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1- Always know where the main water shut-off valve is located in case of a leak.
2- Know how to turn off the water heater.
3- Isolation valves located at each fixture will stop the flow of water to that location.
4- Using two wrenches at once turning in opposite directions is
5- called "backing off" and allows the wrench to absorb the stress and not the plumbing.
6- Slip joint pliers can be used to loosen the collar nuts on a drain line.
7- If a supply tube break off is causing a leak, screw in a blind cap to seal off the leak until it can be fixed.
8- Use duct tape or pipe sealing tape to pull together a crack in a pipe, reducing the leak as a temporary solution.
9- When unclogging a kitchen sink, use a second plunger to cover the other drain to get the most force to remove the clog.
10- To unclog a toilet, use a forced cup plunger.

Monday, August 10, 2020

Plumbing Carrollton TX

 

1- Measure out a cup or two of Coke.
2- In the tub, pour in the coke.
3- Let the coke settle down. Patience is crucial.
4- Flush.
5- Repeat where possible.
For Persistent Stains
1- Use lots of scrubbing.
2- Add heat.
3- Using coke and other household cleaners as well.
4- Remember that the right alternative is not Coke.