Wednesday, February 11, 2009

Complete Plumbing (Stanley Complete)

Complete Plumbing (Stanley Complete)
Complete Plumbing (Stanley Complete)
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Book Description - Become your own plumbing apprentice with Meredith Book's, Complete Plumbing. Showing you quick and simple ways for common plumbing repairs and maintenance problems in your home, this book is your ultimate guide to step-by-step plumbing. Gain confidence in completing your own plumbing tasks at home while saving money from the expenses of contractors.

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Wednesday, February 04, 2009

Plumbing Do-It-Yourself For Dummies

Plumbing Do-It-Yourself For Dummies
Plumbing Do-It-Yourself For Dummies
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Book Description - Want to save time, money, and frustration on plumbing repair and replacement? Do it yourself! Plumbing Do-It-Yourself For Dummies turns even the most daunting household plumbing project into a simple, step-by-step process that delivers professional-quality results at a fraction of what you'd have to pay a plumber—and you won't have to wait weeks for an appointment.

From fixing leaks and drips to caulking a tub or shower, to replacing a faucet, you'll discover how to tackle 40 of the most common plumbing jobs in your home. Easy-to-follow, detailed instructions and hundreds of photos and illustrations guide you through each task. And, you'll even discover what surprises to expect and how to prepare for them. This user-friendly guide delivers all the help you need to:

  • Understand your home's plumbing system
  • Comply with local plumbing codes
  • Fill your plumbing toolbox—including safety equipment
  • Organize, plan, and prepare for your plumbing job
  • Repair and upgrade faucets of all kinds
  • Unclog drains, traps, and toilets
  • Replace toilet parts and fix leaky tanks and bowls
  • Stop toilet tanks from sweating
  • Deal with noisy, sweaty, and frozen pipes
  • Replace a dishwasher or garbage disposal
Complete with a helpful primer on choosing the right pipes and fittings for your project and understanding your home's supply and drain-waste-vent systems, Plumbing Do-It-Yourself for Dummies is the one tool you must have before starting any household plumbing project.

From the Back Cover Do-it-Yourself

Keep your drains flowing and repair your leaky spouts like a pro!

Have you ever had a plumber fix your home's pipes and afterward said, "I could've done that!" Now you can do it yourself!

From fixing leaks and drips to caulking a tub or replacing a faucet, tackle the most common kitchen and bathroom plumbing projects in your own home. This one-stop resource features step-by-step instructions, along with detailed photos and illustrations to confidently walk you through over 40 tasks — and leaves no faucet unturned.

Stuff you need to know:
  • Discover what belongs in your toolbox
  • Deal with noisy, sweaty, and frozen pipes
  • Keep your toilet running properly
  • Repair a leaky faucet
  • Unclog sink and toilet drains

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