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Why are plumber called plumbers?
From the Latin "plumbum"-lead. A plumber is a person who works with lead. Household pipes used to be made of lead, hence a person who worked on your pipes was a plumber.
What should be used to replace original crimp rings On Quest plumbing pipes?
PEX pipe crimp rings will work. Need proper tool to crimp new rings.
Does Lowe's or Home Depot sell plumbing pipes in stores?
Yes both of those stores sell plumbing pipes. The friendly people who work at home depot and lowes will be more then happy to help you with you needs .. They have a huge section dedicated for plumbing and may offer advice to help you save money too!!
What is the best pipes for plumbing purposes?
I have used PEX pipe for over 12 years and believe it to be the best domestic pipe there is. Way more efficient, reliable and easier to work with than copper.
Why can hard water be a problem?
Soapsdon't lather or work so well, and the buildups in pipes can cause blockage and other plumbing problems.
What is the definition of plumbing?
It refers to the system of pipes, fixtures, and other apparatus in a structure that supplies water and removes liquid and waterborne wastes. It is a kind of job that works with drainage, water, and pipes. It is frequently used with toilet problems, sink issues, and water pressure controls.
Where are the plumbing schematics found for houses already built?
Most residential home plans do not include a schematic for plumbing. They simply locate the various fixtures on the floorplan. Plumbing codes are very specific in respect to sizing of pipes, the number of devices on a vent, etc. It is generally up to the plumber doing the work to determine where to run pipes, hence no schematics. One exception would be large tract builders where building many copies of a particular model (floor plan) justify the expense of an architect designing a specific plumbing plan that is consistent for a single model.
What surfaces does epoxy resin work best on?
Epoxy resin is only one part of a composite glue, a hardener is also required. They are most commonly used in PVC plumbing pipes, but these composite glues can be designed so as to work on a wide range of surfaces including wood and metal.
What type of training in necessary to work in plumbing jobs?
You have to get training from a technical college and apprentice for four to five years. You will learn about blueprints, plumbing codes and regulations, applied physics, chemistry, and math. You will likely have on the job career training as well, like recognizing different types of pipes and how to use different plumbing tools.
How do hydraulic fittings work?
Fittings are parts used in plumbing and other pipe systems to connect parts. The name comes from how they 'fit' pipes together. Hydraulic fittings are much stronger than most fittings due to the high pressures they must withstand.
What jobs requires PVC pipes?
PVC is handy for many jobs (ei: potato cannons), but professionally it's used in pluming or electoral work.
How does home plumbing work?
Same as all other plumbing in civilized countries
