daisyk and I have just moved into a spiffy new flat. Unfortunately, we can't figure out how to connect the washing machine drain. Our drain hose looks
this. There is a passage from the washing machine cubby leading to the cupboard under the sink, clearly meant for the drain hose. However, in the cupboard, we only have
this weird conical attachement. How do we mate the two without creating a mess?
posted by Zarkonnen
on Jul 14, 2010 -
13 answers
I bought a kit to hook up my ice maker to a cold water line. I am having a hard time figuring out how to get the poly tube connected to the saddle valve. Pics inside...
Also, I am aware that the back side of the saddle valve is not pictured. I have that, but its not in the pictures.
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posted by Brettus
on Jul 1, 2010 -
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UK (Scotland) tenancy issues. How long should I expect major kitchen repairs to take, and what are my rights as a tenant while the work's being done?
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posted by Catseye
on May 24, 2010 -
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My sink overflowed in the middle of the night and now I'm trying to figure out how to clean it up (and prevent it from happening again).
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posted by Strang
on Apr 20, 2010 -
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Without warning my hot water (and hot water only) has suddenly started running brown, and when I drain a tub of it silt like material is left in the bottom. I suspect it's rust. After running the water for a long time it does not seem to be going away. Am I right in thinking that this is probably my boiler and it should be replaced? The suddenness seems weird. Also: my family has been showing and bathing in this, could it be harmful in any way?
posted by Artw
on Mar 19, 2010 -
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How do I know the subfloor is rotting/rotted? Plumber came by and mentioned this about the bathroom; how bad is it?
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posted by Towelie
on Mar 17, 2010 -
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My toilet has started to make a "chugging" sound, like a choo-choo, shortly after I flush. What to do?
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posted by teedee2000
on Feb 26, 2010 -
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What does the term "23 Hour Service" when used by the service & repair industry?
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posted by jspierre
on Feb 22, 2010 -
9 answers
When did electricity and indoor plumbing first become widespread and commonplace in even the poorest
urban first world homes, in the same way that owning a television is unremarkable now? (Obviously rural communities took longer to acquire utilities.)
posted by desjardins
on Feb 17, 2010 -
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Toilet Filter: After putting down a new floor and re-installing, my toilet won't flush all the way. I've completely rebuilt the guts (new fill mechanism, new flush valve, new flapper), I've maximized the tank fill, plunged and augerred, and even used muriatic acid to clean the jets (though I might not have done it correctly), with no results. (More Inside...)
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posted by milkman
on Feb 9, 2010 -
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Lately the cold water in my bathroom sink has a musty odor when I first turn on the tap. What should I do to fix this?
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posted by tomwheeler
on Dec 16, 2009 -
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Need to replace a toilet seat. The hardware seems to be fixed fast to the throne; the screw is all rusty, there's a plastic-y sort of nut that has resisted all my attempts to pry off with a wrench. Would really like to do this myself and avoid having to call in a plumber.
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posted by lgandme0717
on Nov 22, 2009 -
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I have a cast iron valve on a basement water (cold supply) line that is leaking. It's an antique so there is no repacking it and in a fairly inaccessible location so cutting it out and replacing it is bound to be an expensive nightmare involving a real. This valve is redundant and does not need to be functional.
I was wondering if there is a product (I'm thinking a gooey oakum type thing) that I can wrap around the valve stem to form a seal? This will have to work in a wet environment as there is no way to turn the water off before the leaky valve.
posted by cedar
on Oct 6, 2009 -
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[PlumbingFilter] Ack! The toilet sprang a leak and is now acting like an impromptu bidet when flushed! What is the proper way to fix this? (more inside)
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posted by Nanukthedog
on Sep 23, 2009 -
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I need a referral to a plumber in Minneapolis who can do a good job replacing my 1930 toilet. Also need a roof repair, sidewalk, and tree removal.
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posted by Juicylicious
on Sep 20, 2009 -
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How do I keep my kitchen drain from clogging? I already have a good strainer, but I keep getting these grease clogs. Is there some safe chemical or homemade concoction I can use on a regular basis?
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posted by exhilaration
on Sep 10, 2009 -
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What did I botch when reconnecting the pipes under my kitchen sink, causing them to start leaking? Picture included below, with the leak indicated.
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posted by swrittenb
on Aug 23, 2009 -
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Is there some sort of extension I can put on my shower head to make it sit higher on the wall?
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posted by DMan
on Aug 13, 2009 -
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The latest issue of Good made me feel like I use water wastefully. Is it more cost/eco-effective to retrofit my existing toilets with a dual-flush kit, or should I go for a latest-gen low-flow dual flush toilet.
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posted by mccarty.tim
on Aug 3, 2009 -
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What's the best way to go about replacing my kitchen sink and faucet?
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posted by aburd
on Jul 27, 2009 -
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My shower (an in-stall water heater) sometimes smells like something rubber is burning. It's a strong acrid smell that I only notice while in the shower and usually only after a sweaty workout. There is no sign of smoke like you would expect with burning rubber. Is this just some sort of weird sweat and treated water chemical reaction? Anybody heard of something like this?
posted by srboisvert
on Jul 24, 2009 -
11 answers
Plumbing filter: When I'm running the shower, the cold water handle creeps up by itself until the water is tepid. How do I fix it?
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posted by cgs
on Jun 25, 2009 -
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In my second year of first-time home ownership and husband and I are thinking we need to do a little spring cleaning around the house. Other than a minor plumbing issue in the bathroom we have had (knock on wood) zero problems with the house. In an effort to keep up this track record, what trouble spots should we look for in the house? How do you know if the roof is in good shape? What are typical home maintenance needs?
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posted by amanda
on Apr 28, 2009 -
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What can I do to investigate a sudden drop in water pressure (or flow) in the second floor only of my house before I call a plumber this Monday?
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posted by maudlin
on Apr 11, 2009 -
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I was recently out of the country on vacation. The tenants at my rental property had a plumbing emergency while I was unreachable, and I suspect they were taken advantage of. What options do I have?
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posted by puddleglum
on Mar 25, 2009 -
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When our pool equipment runs, it triggers the sound of a leaky pipe in a wall adjacent to our hot water heater. By triggering the valve on the hot water heater when the water to the house is off, I can stop the noise. How can I fix this?
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posted by pokeedog
on Feb 15, 2009 -
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Why is my shower pump suddenly starting up when the shower is off but hot water is used elsewhere? Can it be stopped?
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posted by tulipwool
on Feb 8, 2009 -
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