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Hot water heater repair can be something of a mixed bag.
There are minor repairs that you can attempt for yourself and there are problems that should only be handled by a licensed professional plumber.
Some hot water heater repairs are rather inexpensive and some problems will require that a completely new water heater be installed.
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Hot Water Heater Repair: When to Call a Professional
Replace a Bathtub Spout: A How-To Guide
To replace a bathtub spout you will need only a small handful of tools.
First and foremost, make sure that you have a good screwdriver (or Allen wrench.) On the bottom of the existing spout, there should be a setscrew on the underside of the spout, close to the wall.
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Gas Hot Water Heater Repair: What You Should Know
Gas hot water heater repair doesn’t have to be costly. The cost really depends on the proper maintenance and attention to the first signs of trouble. The age of your hot water heater is also an important factor to take into consideration.
If your hot water heater is beyond its warranty, small problems need to be addressed immediately and regular maintenance is a must.
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Bathtub Installation Guide: Know the Challenges Before You Begin
Any bathtub installation guide would be incomplete if it didn’t give you all the information you needed before you began your project.
Installing a new bathtub is a major undertaking, requiring carpentry, plumbing and heavy lifting skills. It is definitely not a one-person job.
Before starting any home improvement project become aware of your local building codes.
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Gas Hot Water Heater Problems: Troubleshooting Your Issue
Gas hot water heater problems can be annoying but many of these problems have an easy solution.
First of all, gas water heater troubleshooting isn’t any more difficult than electric water heater troubleshooting.
But there are a few differences to keep in mind.
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10 Common Sense Business Basics
Contractors frequently look for new ways to improve and grow their businesses. Most of the time focusing on good old fashioned business basics can make the biggest difference.
We recommend every contractor take an honest look at their business to see if they’re doing the basic “blocking and tackling” by adhering to these ten common sense business basics.
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Advertising in Any Economy
It’s nothing new to say that the economy is still struggling to rebound from the meltdown that occurred around this time last year.
Flip through the channels during the evening news and you’re sure to see stories of businesses closing, credit problems mounting, and everyone trying to pinch pennies in any way they can.
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Electric Water Heater Wiring: Proceed with Caution
Electric water heater wiring is a critical step that must be done correctly when installing a new electric water heater. The tools, equipment and knowledge needed will vary depending on a number of factors.
Electric water heater wiring should not be attempted by a DIY person without the proper expertise and knowledge of electrical wiring.
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Bathtub Drain Removal: Things to Think About Before You Begin
Bathtub drain removal is, from my own personal experience, far easier than replacing a bathtub drain.
Before you get all excited about the upcoming project, slow down and figure out the right way to do the job before you run into major problems.
There’s one problem that is fairly common with a bathtub drain removal.
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Water Heater Plumbing: Know Your Codes
Water heater plumbing is the most important part of installing a new hot water heater.
Before you attempt to do any work on your water heater’s plumbing, it is important that you know exactly what your local building code requires. Failure to comply with your local building code can put you and your family in danger.
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