Whether fixing a toilet that’s running or leaking from the base, cleaning the tank, or replacing a unit that’s beyond repair, your first step must be to drain the toilet in order to inspect its ...

You can use a plunger to unclog sinks, drains, and toilets. The key is to use a standard plunger for sinks and drains and a ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Lowe Larretta is former lead editor for Forbes Home, covering all things ...

Juan has been a home inspector for 10 years and runs a successful home inspection company in Richmond, VA. He loves inspecting homes, but his real passion is educating home owners and newer inspectors ...

I’ve been a master plumber since 1981. I’ve always loved doing plumbing because it’s a very interesting three-dimensional challenge to install drain, waste and vent (DWV) piping in a new home or a ...

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DEAR JAMES: Our son repairs motorcycles in our garage. We need to install a small half bathroom in there, but the slab floor has no drain. I need tips for adding a bathroom. -- Debbie R. DEAR DEBBIE: ...