Diy plumbing

A building inspector reviews the most frequent violations of the plumbing code.

Doing your own plumbing? Avoid these common plumbing mistakes for a leak-free job.

Plumbing Basics: Plumbing follows the basic laws of nature -- gravity, pressure, water seeking its own level.

If you've had problems with your pipes you'll want to read this. Plumbers give us the scoop on clogged pipes, DIY plumbing repair, and more!

If you've ever had problems with your pipes you'll want to read these plumbing tips. Plumbers give us the scoop on clogged pipes, do-it-yourself plumbing repair, and more!

Confused by plumbing codes? Not anymore.

More than any other type of home improvement job, plumbing can drive a DIYer crazy. Problems arise, projects grow, frustrations multiply. Even pros are not immune. But one way to manage the frustrations and achieve a successful plumbing project is to allow plenty of time-at least twice as much time as you think the project should take.

Sample diagram of a real whole house PEX water manifold. Labels and reasoning for the design as well as other tips to consider for your own plumbing system.