Plumbing
How to Replace a Whole-House Plumbing Trap
This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey shows tools and techniques for fixing corroded cast-iron pipe
How To Connect a Refrigerator Water and Ice Dispenser
Learn how to connect a refrigerator water and ice dispenser with This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey.
How To Install and Maintain a New Dehumidifier Pump
One way to handle nasty moisture buildup in your home is to install a new dehumidifier pump. Read how to complete this do-it-yourself project in our step-by-step guide.
How To Prevent Water Damage From Household Fixtures
Watch our video and read our guide on how to prevent water damage from household fixtures effectively.
How To Maintain an Electric Water Heater
Keep the hot water flowing with This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey and Kevin O'Connor
How To Quiet Pipes With a Water Hammer Arrestor
Learn how to install a water hammer arrestor and silence noisy pipes in this guide from This Old House plumbing expert Richard Trethewey.
How To Easily Install a Pressure Balance Shower Valve
Installing a pressure balance shower valve helps you to prevent sudden temperature changes and avoid potential scalding. Read how to handle this task in our guide.
How To Install a Flood Control System
In our guide and video, we'll tell you how to keep backup sewage from entering your home with a floor control system.
How To Use a Membrane System to Waterproof Your Shower
A membrane system is a great way to prepare your shower before you start tiling. Find out how to build a leak-free shower in our guide.
How To Fix a Noisy Faucet
This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey quiets a noisy facet that's making a hammering sound.
How To Replace a Shower Mixing Valve
This video and guide contain instructions on fixing a faulty valve with This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey.
How to Replace a Slow-Flowing Faucet Aerator in Your Home
This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey has a quick fix for a slow-flowing faucet in this quick video.
How to Install a Dry Well for a Sump Pump
This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook shares a permanent way to collect and disperse sump-pump water
How to Repair a Sewer Pipe Under a Concrete Slab
This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey shows how to repair a buried pipe without digging up the whole site.
How To Install a Water Filter With a Separate Faucet
This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey delivers clean, filtered water right at the kitchen sink
How To Prevent Household Plumbing Leaks and Make Upgrades
Household plumbing leaks can quickly cause significant water damage and costly repairs. Learn how to prevent leaks in our step-by-step guide.
How to Install a Dry Well and Divert Rain Run-Off
Controlling rain run-off with This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook
How To Repair a Clogged Kitchen Sink Hose
Learn how to fix a clogged kitchen sink hose and restore your faucet’s performance. Read our guide to learn more.
A Guide to Repairing a Shower Valve in a Tile Wall
This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey and tile expert Joe Ferrante team up to repair a leaky shower valve installation
How To Test for Hard Water and Add Softeners
Dealing with hard water? We’ll show you how to test for hard water and install a softener to improve your home’s water quality.
How To Install a Solar-Powered Water Heater in Your Home
Heating expert Richard Tretheway shows how to install a solar-powered water heater as a more eco-friendly way to take a hot shower.
How To Add a New Dishwasher to a Kitchen
This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey shows you how to hook up your new appliance. Plus, maintenance tips and tricks.
How To Install the Plumbing for a Kitchen Sink
This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey shows how to install kitchen sink plumbing for a double-bowl sink.
How To Use Graywater in Toilet Tanks
Discover the benefits of graywater systems in toilet tanks and how they can help you conserve water and reduce utility bills effectively.
How To Install a Hot Water Recirculation Pump
This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey delivers hot water on demand in this helpful video.
How To Stop Copper Pipe Corrosion
This Old House plumbing and heating expert, Richard Trethewey, explains the causes of and cures for water-pipe corrosion.
How To Install a Battery-Operated Backup Sump Pump
This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey shows how to keep a basement dry—even when the power goes out.
When To Use Sealants on Threaded Plumbing Connections
Making watertight connections with This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey
How To Repair a Kitchen Sink Drain Trap
Read our step-by-step guide to repairing your kitchen sink drain trap to fix slow drainage and unpleasant smells.
How to Cut and Solder Copper Pipe
Have a project that requires you to cut and solder copper pipes? Find out everything you need to know with this step-by-step guide.
All About Copper Pipe
This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey explains the various copper pipes commonly used in a home plumbing system.
How To Quiet a Noisy PVC Plumbing Vent
This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey has a quick cure for a creaky pipe in this video.