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Plumbing

Plumbing is an essential part of any home or commercial plumbing system. Without plumbing, many activities in a home would be severely hampered, such as using the restroom, taking a shower, or cleaning dishes. A plumbing system comprises various components and pipes necessary to deliver water where you need it and find sources of leaks or clogs that could inhibit your plumbing’s efficiency—knowing how plumbing works will help you recognize potential troubleshooting needs and address them early before they cause expensive issues for your home.

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Best Electric Tankless Water Heaters

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Toilet Rough-In Sizes and Dimensions (Measure Like a Pro) 

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Rheem vs. AO Smith: Which Water Heater Is Better

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State Water Heater Reviews

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Seismic Straps on Water Heater: State Plumbing Codes Explained

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Ideal Water Heater Temperature Settings: Tank & Tankless

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Can You Take a Shower With a Leaking Water Heater?

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Check Valve: How it Works, Types, Failure (Explained)

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