"Expert advice for homeowners." Plumbing is often a mystery to most homeowners. As a result, faucets drip, toilets clog and pipes leak because of the hesitation to take on the repair project or call a plumber. Solving Home Plumbing Problems helps reluctant do-it-yourself homeowners understand and be successful with home plumbing jobs. Written in a jargon-free and accessible style, this handbook includes the most common situations plumbers are called in to fix. Illustrated with 80 color line drawings, the book covers: Plumbing tools Understanding the plumbing system Working with water pipes: copper/ plastic/steel Cutting and soldering pipe Maintaining drains Fixing common leaks Repairing all types of faucets Installing appliances and sprinkler systems Remodeling the bathroom Working with wells and septic tanks Repairing outdated plumbing fixtures Making quick fixes for minor emergencies Solving Home Plumbing Problems belongs on the bookshelf (or even better at the workbench) in every home.