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!

I don't go out of my way to be a nit picker as a Seattle Home Inspector----sometimes it just happens. I think the kind of nit picker that most agents have a problem with is when those seemingly unimportant items end up in the "Summary of Significant Findings" section of the report. This is "bad form"----as Captain Hook would say. While this kind of information should be mentioned in the context of general "information" about the home, placing it in the Summary gives it "weight" that it doesn't deserve.

Although plumbing projects are far from being the most glamorous part of a renovation or repair job, they are necessary. Many jobs you will probably want to leave to the professionals. However, being able to

Get the job done right the first time and save money on expensive repairs down the road.

Explore different types of under-sink shutoff valves and learn which one is best suited for your plumbing needs and space constraints.

Installing a new sink, but now the drain doesn't line up with the pipe in the wall? I'll show you how to install a flexible waste pipe with a handy kit that gives you everything you need to work around those tricky situations! Now my bathroom sink plumbing flows perfectly, without custom fit PVC pipes!

Ninety-nine percent of drain lines under sinks are bound to leak sooner or later.

How bathroom sink plumbing works, including a diagram of the drain plumbing assembly

Plumbing supply lines for sinks are usually located on the rear wall under the sink or on the side of the cabinet wall under the sink, though sometimes they're routed through the floor directly under the sink in the center of the vanity or cabinet. Any of these locations is acceptable.

Throw away the traditional P-trap to minimize leaks and maximize storage space under a kitchen sink.

You should get into the habit of keeping an eye out for potential kitchen plumbing issues, and here is a small maintenance guide that can help you out.

I came across the method for venting an island sink while browsing threads on vent issues. I'm so glad I found this. I had previously given up on...

While plumbing is an important component of every home and apartment, its visibility can sometimes be unsightly. Exposed pipes and awkward drain tanks can take away from the appeal of your living space-- especially the ones beneath the bathroom sink. But how can you hide these pipes? We've looked into a few ways to do […]

Mobile home plumbing is a bit different than plumbing in a traditional home. As a mobile homeowner it's important to understand those differences.

Most bathroom vanities have plumbing that runs through the wall, however, installing plumbing through the floor has its own advantages. Check them out!

Replacing pipes under a bathroom sink can be a relatively straightforward task. Here is a general.How to replace pipes under bathroom sink.

Two methods for properly venting the drain so that waste water does not clog.