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What’s faster: vented or unvented drains?

What drains faster, a vented or unvented drain? For every side-by-side test that I have ever conducted, the ...Read More

Air admittance valves are mechanical devices that take the place of plumbing vents. They're inexpensive, they ...Read More

Plumbing vents protect plumbing traps. They don't make fixtures drain faster; in fact, they do the opposite. ...Read More

A plumbing trap prevents sewer gas from entering your home. At least, that's what it's supposed to do. Every ...Read More

Are sewer inspections a good idea for old houses, or all houses? If you had asked me this question a few years ...Read More