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• Plumbing Glossary
  A-Z index of plumbing definitions you need for around your home.
• Plumbing FAQ
  Common questions we receive about plumbing problems in general.
• How-To-Guide
  Handy reference materials for home plumbing Do-it-Yourself.
• Plumbing Tips
  Here are some helpful tips for home plumbing repairs.

Below are some handy reference materials for home plumbing. Should you wish to perform your own plumbing maintenance using the information we provide on this website, please be aware that Mr. Rooter Corporation cannot be held responsible for any actions not taken by a trained Mr. Rooter technician.

• How to Read a Fitting
  If the branch size is larger than the size of the first and second sockets, the fitting is called bullheaded. You must still read the fitting according to ... More Read a Fitting
  
  
• How to Replace a Garbage Disposal
  The first thing you should do is to see how the unit is wired. If it has a cord with a plug, then simply unplug it from ... More Replace Disposal
  
  
• Care for a Septic System
  Households that are not served by public sewers usually depend on septic tank systems to treat and dispose... More Septic System
  
  
• How to Remove a Drain Trap
  Sooner or later, every homeowner ends up asking us for advice on how to deal with a clogged kitchen or bathroom sink... More Drain Traps
  
  
• How to Detect a Plumbing Leak
  If a leak is major, turn off the water immediately, either at the fixture shutoff valve or the main shutoff valve... More Plumbing Leak
  
  
• How to Replace your Faucet
  If you want a luxury bathroom design but don't want to do a compete remodel, there are ways..
  
  
• Drain Cleaning 101
  If you are cleaning sink drains, you can help speed the job along by remembering a few simple things: