Some Information about Plumbing and Plumbing tools
A plunger (British English: plumber's helper)is a common device used to release stoppages in plumbing. It consists of a rubber cup with an attached stick, usually made of wood. The cup is pushed down against the drain, and either pressed hard into the drain to force air in, or is pushed down until the rubber cup is flattened, then pulled out, causing a vacuum. The intent is to loosen or break up a clog, excessive material, or other blockage in a sink, toilet, bathtub, shower, etc. When a plunger is ineffective, it is often supplemented by chemical drain opener, the use of a plumber's snake, or, if necessary, a plumber will be called at significant expense.
Some Plumbing DOs and DON'Ts
DO - Remove the aerator on your kitchen faucet when pressure is
slow and clean, unscrew by hand or use channel pliers.
DO - Remove the screws from your kitchen wash bowl and bath tub
faucet, and put a few drops of household oil in each screw hole
or under handle if removable.
DO - At least twice a year clean out the inside of your toilet
tank. When cleaning tank, turn off the water, flush toilet once,
add small amount of cleaning detergent inside tank to water
remaining, use a cloth or brush to clean.
