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Just noticed that there is a leak on our Armstrong Astro-20BU recirculating pump. Water is seeping around the "screw" on top of the pump. I've googled to see how to repair but can't find anything. Is this something that can be fixed DIY or do I just need to replace the pump. We're in the...

We need to move the shower drain 2" to the right (see picture below) while keeping the moved pipe at the same height (or lower if possible) than it is now. Research on this site indicated the easy way to do this is to use two 45 degree couplers, however the couplers add to the height of the...

Pipes sometimes bang when sprinkler system comes on I've done a search and understand the problem is likely water hammer but am at a loss what is causing it. When the sprinkler system comes on at 3am the pipes in the kitchen sink bang VERY loudly. However, this has just started recently and...

Hi everyone, We're having a plumbing problem that has us stumped. We're in the early stages of remodeling a bath on the second floor. The water supply to the sink we're having a problem with is capped off and the sink has not been used for about three months. Yesterday water started...

Hi guys, I'm installing a sink in my laundry room and need some input. I've downloaded Terry's picture of a standard washer/laundry sink rough in, but my sink will be about 3 ft to the left of the drain rather than being directly in front of the drain. So my question....and I know this is...

In another Shark Bite-related thread, NYplumma says "Remember, if you're using them on copper pipe, take the plastic insert out." The instruction sheet for installing the product says the tube support liner "may" be removed for copper and CPVC. I replaced a mixer valve last weekend and...

Hi guys, First post, so be gentle I'm sure this will be a question that six months from now I'll look back and wonder how I could ever have been so dumb! :-) I'm wanting to replace 1980s era PF bath/shower fixtures and mixer valve with new Delta parts. The wall is open and I know how to...