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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.

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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