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Q: Are exposed PVC drain lines underneath a seasonal home elevated on piers susceptible to UV damage? The pipes are exposed to direct sun for at least part of the day, especially when the sun is low. The structure is located in coastal North Carolina.
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Q: With low-flow toilets now required by code almost everywhere, are there steps builders and remodelers can take to prevent problems caused by waste becoming stranded in drain lines?
Rinnai has unveiled a new line of highly efficient tankless products.
A. O. Smith claims its new water heater offers the advantages of on-demand and traditional heating appliances without the disadvantages.
Prefab washer and dryer boxes take the hassle out of roughing in those appliances. The Pull Stop Box aims to do the same for toilets.
The Prestige Excellence Combination Boiler provides 110,000 Btu per hour for space heating and a 14-gallon indirect water heater that delivers up to 180 gallons per hour of domestic hot water.
LevelGuard is a submersible electronic sump pump switch designed to replace a mechanical float.
The Kenmore Elite Hybrid Water Softener does more than soften water and prevent scale buildup in fixtures and appliances.
The new GrohFlex universal valve system uses a one-size-fits-all rough-in box to serve a wide variety of tub and shower fixtures.
Smart wireless sensors and fast-acting controllers detect water line leaks and prevent damage.
The popular Summit 3 toilet is now available as a dual-flush model.
Discharging all its water at once in a whirlpool effect beginning below the rim, Eco-X Series toilets clean the bowl from the top down.
With tool-free installation, Saver toilets deliver high-efficiency water savings and require only hand-tightening to install.
Recently my Chicago-based construction company renovated a second-floor apartment in a 19-story building to make it more user-friendly for disabled and elderly residents.
Earlier this year, my crew and I tested three cordless plumbing tools from Milwaukee's M12 lithium-ion line.
Instead of plunging, snaking, or pouring harsh chemicals down a stopped-up drain, how about just turning a dial?
Air-injection technology enables luxurious spray.
On-demand systems install quickly and can save both water and energy.
In the hands of a skilled operator, a horizontal boring machine can solve tough drainage problems without damage to the landscaping.
Quick Drain’s new Pro Line linear trench drain fits a wider range of finished floor thicknesses than the company’s previous offerings and comes in more designs and sizes.