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Plumbing Fixture Installation

Replace the faucet supply line or the whole faucet?

Started by Brightneighbor5340

1. Check the shutoff valve before disturbing a corrod... Brightspecialist1185
2. A standard 3/8-inch compression fitting at the shu... kcarpenter37
3. I’m trying to decide whether a leaking flexible su... Brightneighbor5340

Kitchen Sink Plumbing

Is this cabinet moisture condensation, or an active sink leak?

Started by aaron_parker

1. I wouldn’t rely on a dry paper towel on the cabine... swilson88
2. What is the best inspection sequence for separatin... aaron_parker

Sump Pump Failures

Battery backup pump or separately powered second pump?

Started by Brightneighbor5340

1. I’d push back on the idea that a separately powere... chess_ginger8564
2. I’m trying to compare two backup approaches for a ... Brightneighbor5340

Backflow Prevention

What should a complete backflow preventer replacement quote include?

Started by acarpenter70

1. The warranty needs its own line item too. Ask each... nature393
2. I’m comparing quotes to replace an existing backfl... acarpenter70

Outdoor Plumbing Fixtures

Outdoor faucet starts strong, then loses flow fully open

Started by Northvale27

1. For this symptom, the quickest split is whether fl... jake_fire
2. My outdoor hose bib has normal flow for the first ... Northvale27

Water Conservation Regulations

NJ’s 2024 plumbing code: do older bathroom fixtures need replacement?

Started by aaronsailor4499

1. For the estimate, I’d keep fixture replacement as ... Friendlyowner6022
2. New Jersey adopted its 2024 plumbing code with sta... aaronsailor4499

Kitchen Water Filtration Systems

Carbon filter or RO: which is easier to keep running?

Started by Brightneighbor5340

1. For taste and sediment alone, the maintenance comp... pumpkinfisher759
2. I’m comparing an under-sink carbon filter with a r... Brightneighbor5340

Plumbing Code Basics

NJ 2024 plumbing code: permit needed to replace an existing fixture?

Started by aaronskater

1. The key distinction is whether it stays a same-loc... Northvale27
2. I am trying to understand how New Jersey's current... aaronskater

Greywater Recycling Systems

Ontario rentals: greywater diversion or treatment system? (1 viewing)

Started by adam_paws

1. The fallback and service plan should also include ... aadams97
2. For a rental, have the contractor provide a writte... tchef17
3. I am looking at greywater reuse options for an Ont... adam_paws

Drain Maintenance & Clog Prevention

How often should I clean drain traps and branch lines?

Started by Brightneighbor5340

1. For fixtures that drain normally, I’d use symptom-... baileyroberts480
2. I’m trying to set up a sensible maintenance schedu... Brightneighbor5340