Home Heating & Plumbing Repair Tips
A 9-part course with Al, the Plumbing and Heating Engineer
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If you have a plumbing or heating problem, then Al is here to help solve those problems and show you how to fix them yourself. View ProfileDetails
- Total Time 1 hr, 10 min
- Lessons 9
- Attachments 17
- Exercises 28
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40 CQ
9 Lessons in This Course
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5 minFREEDIY lesson 1Free3 CQ
In this lesson from Al, the plumbing and heating engineer, you'll quickly make sense of which valve controls which water source, from the tank to the mains.
In this lesson from Al, the plumbing and heating engineer, you'll quickly make sense of which valve controls which water source, from the tank to the mains.
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7 minDIY lesson 24 CQ
Follow Al, the plumbing and heating engineer, as he describes an easy fix to prevent unpleasant odors and avoid a huge overhaul of the pipes in an older home.
Follow Al, the plumbing and heating engineer, as he describes an easy fix to prevent unpleasant odors and avoid a huge overhaul of the pipes in an older home.
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4 minDIY lesson 33 CQ
In this lesson from Al the plumbing and heating engineer, learn how to take apart different style shower heads, as well as the easiest ways to clean them out.
In this lesson from Al the plumbing and heating engineer, learn how to take apart different style shower heads, as well as the easiest ways to clean them out.
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2 minDIY lesson 42 CQ
Have a leaky gutter? In this simple lesson, Al the plumbing and heating engineer, shows just how quick and easy sealing off a leaky end gutter joint can be.
Have a leaky gutter? In this simple lesson, Al the plumbing and heating engineer, shows just how quick and easy sealing off a leaky end gutter joint can be.
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3 minHousehold lesson 52 CQ
In this lesson, Al, the plumbing and heating engineer covers the simple process for starting your boiler again and what can be causing it to overheat.
In this lesson, Al, the plumbing and heating engineer covers the simple process for starting your boiler again and what can be causing it to overheat.
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14 minDIY lesson 68 CQ
In this lesson, Al, the plumbing and heating engineer, demonstrates how different radiator heater leaks can be fixed easily with PTFE tape or jointing compound.
In this lesson, Al, the plumbing and heating engineer, demonstrates how different radiator heater leaks can be fixed easily with PTFE tape or jointing compound.
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12 minDIY lesson 77 CQ
Al, the plumbing and heating engineer, walks through the process of disconnecting the radiator heater, draining and flushing it, then setting it back up.
Al, the plumbing and heating engineer, walks through the process of disconnecting the radiator heater, draining and flushing it, then setting it back up.
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7 minDIY lesson 84 CQ
Learn how to renew your stopcock in this step-by-step lesson that covers the process from beginning to end, and provides tips for an easy installation.
Learn how to renew your stopcock in this step-by-step lesson that covers the process from beginning to end, and provides tips for an easy installation.
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12 minDIY lesson 97 CQ
Al, the plumbing and heating engineer, goes through his plumbing toolbox in this lesson, discussing the tools and parts he has, and making recommendations.
Al, the plumbing and heating engineer, goes through his plumbing toolbox in this lesson, discussing the tools and parts he has, and making recommendations.
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870 min8-part DIY course40 CQ
Doing your own plumbing repairs is a rewarding and inexpensive alternative to hiring a professional plumber. Learn how to fix shower and tub faucets, kitchen sink drains, and more in this course.
with Teach2BuildDoing your own plumbing repairs is a rewarding and inexpensive alternative to hiring a professional plumber. Learn how to fix shower and tub faucets, kitchen sink drains, and more in this course.
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967 min9-part DIY course39 CQ
In this course, Teach2Build walks you through safe and efficient installations for common home improvement projects, including replacing light fixtures, light switches, and electrical outlets.
with Teach2BuildIn this course, Teach2Build walks you through safe and efficient installations for common home improvement projects, including replacing light fixtures, light switches, and electrical outlets.
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10173 min10-part DIY course91 CQ
Want to learn about metalworking? Learn the tools and techniques you'll need to forge and shape metal in this course, which includes how to make a knife, a copper bracelet, an S-hook, and more!
with RealWoodsmenWant to learn about metalworking? Learn the tools and techniques you'll need to forge and shape metal in this course, which includes how to make a knife, a copper bracelet, an S-hook, and more!
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653 min6-part DIY course30 CQ
Are you looking to play some vintage video games, without digging up game consoles and cartridges? Create a custom gaming console with a Raspberry Pi computer and basic electronic components.
with Daniel SpiesAre you looking to play some vintage video games, without digging up game consoles and cartridges? Create a custom gaming console with a Raspberry Pi computer and basic electronic components.
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1278 min12-part DIY course45 CQ
Is your home's electric water heater giving you trouble? Whether the unit is leaking, or the water temperature is off, this course from Teach2Build can help you diagnose and fix the issue at hand.
with Teach2BuildIs your home's electric water heater giving you trouble? Whether the unit is leaking, or the water temperature is off, this course from Teach2Build can help you diagnose and fix the issue at hand.