Planning Plumbing

A home’s plumbing system is a complex network of water supply pipes, drain pipes, vent pipes, and more. Because plumbing is complicated and one of the costliest systems to install in a home, it pays to understand

how the system works if you’re planning a new home building project or a major remodel.

Understanding the fundamentals of a plumbing system allows you to do two things. First, it helps you design a system that will work properly and pass plumbing codes. A properly ...
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Being mostly out of sight your home plumbing system tends to remain out of mind until something goes wrong. While it may appear to be a complex maze of pipes, fittings and valves, your home plumbing system is actually rather simple and straightforward. A home plumbing system is made up of three basic components: a water supply system, appliances and fixtures, and a drain system.

Fresh water (potable) enters yo...

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