If you encounter an old-school gate valve on a job, here’s some advice to keep in mind

Before putting a gas-fired water heater through an extensive series of tests, there is a lot that can be learned about its combustion process by simply studying the burner flame

There are many easy and cheap ways to help you get a quick fix done to give you extra time for a more permanent repair.

Learning basic troubleshooting for common inspection system problems reduces downtime on the job

When something goes wrong with your jetter in the field, these tips will help you diagnose the issue and get back to work

The author recounts a story from earlier in his plumbing career that provides some good lessons on how to approach a service call