Diagram/Tim CarterThis rough-in plumbing diagram shows exactly what the drain and vent pipes will look like once installed. Q. My city allows homeowners to install their own plumbing. But to get ...

A toilet has two main parts-the tank and the bowl (on many toilets, these are one piece). The bowl holds water and connects to the drain for disposing of waste water and waste.

Below, you'll find details on each type of drain vent, an accompanying plumbing vent diagram to help you understand which ...

In the corner of this room, you see a pipe chase. If you took off the plaster or drywall, you’d see a 3- or 4-inch plumbing drainpipe and the hot and cold water lines going up to a second-floor ...

Here was Amanda’s situation. The toilet drain pipe ran in between two floor joists for about five feet. It then turned down using a normal 90-degree fitting — some call it a short bend L ...

I recently had a plumbing emergency in my own home. The main drain pipe under the basement floor got clogged with toilet paper. The culprit is a newer low-flush toilet in a basement bathroom. I&#82… ...

A clogged drain can cause backup in your pipes and cause you stress when it comes time to wash your face or shower. Here’s how to clear a clogged drain.

A: S-shaped drains, also known as S-traps, were used for many years before industry-standard changes. First, we need to talk about the plumbing vent. Without a vent system, the drains will drain ...