Valves

When it comes to plumbing, pipes get all the glory. But valves are important, too.

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How to Install a New Bathroom Faucet in 8 Steps

Learn how to upgrade your bathroom faucet the DIY way. You can do this.

Better Plumbing: Easy, No-Leak Connections

Use pipe thread sealant on plastic, rubber or metal, on washers, rings or gaskets, and especially, on anything that has...


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How to Fix a Leaking Shutoff Valve

Fix a leaking shutoff valve and save yourself the cost of a visit from the plumber.


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Expert Tips for an Easy Faucet Installation

We caught up with Joe Barnes, a second-generation master plumber with more than 30 years of experience, to tackle...


How To Fix a Leaky Street Valve on Your Water Line

You can add new packing in minutes without turning off the water.

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How to Replace a Shutoff Valve

Stop under-sink leaks with this 30 minute fix.


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Fixing a Water-Shutoff Valve Leak

Solution to a leak around the water valve shut-off handle

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How to Locate Your Gas Shutoff Valve and Water Shutoff Valve

How to find and operate shutoff valves for gas and water pipes.



How To Install a Sump Pump Check Valve

Special check valves reduce pipe noise.