DIY Home Plumbing Repairs

40 CQ
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    1. How to Change a Showerhead
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    Broken showerhead? In this DIY plumbing lesson, learn how to replace a showerhead in just a few minutes, from shutting off the water to trying it out!

    How to Change a Showerhead
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    Broken showerhead? In this DIY plumbing lesson, learn how to replace a showerhead in just a few minutes, from shutting off the water to trying it out!

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    2. How to Replace a Bathtub Drain
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    Giving your bathroom a new look? In this DIY plumbing lesson, learn how to change out a bathtub drain stopper and drain cover in just a few minutes.

    How to Replace a Bathtub Drain
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    Giving your bathroom a new look? In this DIY plumbing lesson, learn how to change out a bathtub drain stopper and drain cover in just a few minutes.

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    3. Installing a Water Pressure Regulator
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    Water pressure is an important behind-the-scenes issue. In this DIY plumbing lesson, learn how to manage your house's water pressure by installing a regulator.

    Installing a Water Pressure Regulator
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    Water pressure is an important behind-the-scenes issue. In this DIY plumbing lesson, learn how to manage your house's water pressure by installing a regulator.

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    4. How to Replace a Sink Basket Strainer
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    Time to change out the basket strainer in your kitchen sink? This DIY plumbing lesson shows you how to replace one and reviews what tools you'll need.

    How to Replace a Sink Basket Strainer
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    Time to change out the basket strainer in your kitchen sink? This DIY plumbing lesson shows you how to replace one and reviews what tools you'll need.

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    5. Replacing a 3-Handle Shower Valve
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    Do you have a three-handle shower set-up that leaks? In this DIY plumbing lesson, learn how to replace a shower handle valve to fix a drippy faucet.

    Replacing a 3-Handle Shower Valve
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    Do you have a three-handle shower set-up that leaks? In this DIY plumbing lesson, learn how to replace a shower handle valve to fix a drippy faucet.

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    Sara L
    My house has a well. I'm not looking for a valve to shut off the water; that's what the "ON/OFF" handles are for. I tried changing the shower head, but have come to the conclusion that I'm way too pretty for such a nasty, dirty job. *Meanwhile, it took me 5minutes to get my new shower-head installed. I asked a man-as it's a man'a job... :)
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    Cynthia A
    I have a shutoff valve inside the house that shuts off water to the whole house. Can I shut the water off at this valve, or do I have to shut off the water at the water main outside?
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    Teach2Build
    Thanks for watching! As long as the shower handles don't get turned on while you're changing the head, you don't necessarily have to shut of the water to the whole house. The shower handles control water to the shower head, so turning them off is enough. Have fun!
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    Angie L
    Thank you for the interesting lesson!
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    Teach2Build
    Thanks so much. Best of luck with your projects!
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    Shirley M
    I live in the country and use well water. Do I need to turn off the well pump before doing any plumbing repairs? Wonderful lesson!
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    Teach2Build
    Please forgive me for the delay in answering! The vast majority of homes on a well still have a main water shutoff at the house, somewhere. That can be turned off with no need to touch the well when working on supply lines. If you can't find a separate shut off, turning off the power to the well is usually as easy as flipping the appropriate breaker. This isn't an issue if you're just changing your showerhead. Just leave the shower off, and change away! Now, go tackle that project!
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    Sandi A
    Thank you for explaining how to change a showerhead. Looks easy enough.
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    Teach2Build
    It really is. I hope your project goes well!
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