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How do water systems work?Several different systems make up a house's water systems. Fresh water is delivered to a home through water supply pipes from the utility or a well and is then distributed to sinks, toilets, washers, bathtubs, and related fixtures. The drain-waste-vent system carries away used water and wastes to sewers or septic tanks.
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Where can one find fixture shutoff valves, and what do they do?Fixture shutoff valves are located next to or underneath the toilet and sink and can shut off the water supply to these particular fixtures if required. You may need to do so if a sink or toilet is leaking or flooding.
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What is an anti-hammer device?An anti-hammer device softens the impact of water rapidly stopping at a point in the water line where an appliance is connected. Appliances rapidly shut water on and off, which causes the water volume to slam into the end of the run and suddenly stop. This creates a hammering affect which can harm the appliance. Modern water systems codes require a
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What are popular drain cleaning brands?Here are some of the best drain cleaning brands are - 1) Green Gobbler 2) Bio-clean Enzyme 3) WPNAKS 4) Thrift 5) Remelos 6) Drano Max 7) ComStar Pure Lye.
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Which are the different types of water systems and drainage problems that require professional work?Dripping faucets, leaky pipes, running toilets, low water pressure, leaking hose Bibb, low and clogged drains, sump pump failure, and problems with water heating are the common water system problems.
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How long should my piping system last?Typically, a galvanized piping system can last 30-50 years before you will begin to notice poor water quality. Some galvanized systems have started to deteriorate in as little as 3 years; others are 75 years old and look almost new. Lots of factors affect the lifespan of a water system, including the quality of the pipe material and the water quali