There’s a reason why plungers are sometimes referred to as “plumber’s friends.” If you have a slow drain, plunging it should be the first step for clearing the clog. Whether it is in a sink, shower or toilet, skip the chemicals and grab the plunger. Here is your plunger guide. Generally speaking there are two […]
Bleach and PVC – Safe?
Bleach and PVC Overview As you probably know, PVC pipe has great chemical resistance properties – but how do bleach and PVC hold up when used to clean? Before being used in plumbing, pipe goes through “thermosetting,” a hardening process that allows PVC to stand up to harsh chemicals. One chemical in particular to which […]
The Best Way To Fix Slow Drains
The Step-By-Step Process To Tackle Slow Drains Slow drains are an inevitable nuisance that every home owner will eventually face. Even if you are a renter or live in an apartment, most of these problems you can fix yourself without needing a professional plumber. Below you will find the best way to fix slow drains […]
Home Plumbing System Inspection Guide
Buying a House? Make sure to inspect the plumbing! It’s perhaps one of the easiest construction systems in a house to inspect, yet is often overlooked. Most of the time, if the house is not flooded people believe their plumbing system is in order – not necessarily! If you are in the market for buying a home, it’s wise […]
PVC Gluing / Solvent Welding
DISCLAIMER: PVC joint welding involves the use of dangerous chemicals, so it is important to wear proper safety gear at all times. It doesn’t matter if you are pipe welding or cutting PVC with a power saw. Please be safe!! When solvent welding PVC there are several factors that can contribute to weak joints. However, […]
Cleaner, Primer & Glue
Ever wonder what PVC primer is and why PVC needs to be primed at all? Or what the difference is between PVC primer and PVC cleaner? Worry no more!! Mr. PVC Guy is here to explain. Cement bonding of PVC, as opposed to mechanical connections, is a chemical welding of the materials, similar to soldering […]