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Fresher and more complete than ever, this edition includes new material and revised information and is completely current with the 2006 Universal Plumbing Code. From basic repairs to advanced renovations, this is the only plumbing reference book a homeowner needs. And now, for the first time, Black & Decker The Complete Guide to Plumbing includes a comprehensive section on working with gas pipe. No other big book of plumbing for DIYers covers this important subject.
Also new to this 4th edition is expansive coverage of PEX (cross-linked polyethylene), the bendable supply tubing that's taking over a major portion of the DIY market. And with the current popularity of outdoor kitchens, we've expanded our coverage of outdoor plumbing as well. Now, we'll show you every step of the process to supply and drain an outdoor sink.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
2.0 out of 5 stars
From the book's own advice: Better hire a plumber!?,
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This review is from: Black & Decker The Complete Guide to Plumbing: Expanded 4th Edition - Modern Materials and Current Codes - All New Guide to Working with Gas Pipe (Paperback)
Extract from the book, page 58:"Install a drain pipe and branch line and then trim the drain pipe flush with the floor. IF YOU ARE NOT EXPERIENCED WITH PLUMBING, HIRE A PLUMBER TO INSTALL THE NEW DRAIN LINE" Obviously I will not learn that from "The Complete Guide to Plumbing". (page 58. check for yourself with LOOK inside feature.) Honestly the book is not that bad, but quite overrated. Nice pictures but too much focus on the easiest topics.
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great book, BUT...,
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This review is from: Black & Decker The Complete Guide to Home Plumbing: The Complete Guide. New, Updated & Expanded Edition (Paperback)
The Black and Decker line of repair and home improvement books are clearly one, if not, thee best I have ever seen. Their illustrations and attention to detail are far better than the other name brand books. I am actually very surprised to the amount of work they must have gone through to get some of the shots they show. I have both the plumbing and wiring book and find/found them very useful for even the biggest of jobs. My only complaint with this particular book was the lack of detail on sizing and layout of supply and waste pipes for new installations. They have some good tables and cover some issues with code, but there are many fine details involving UPC and IRC standards, as well as many tricks and do's and don'ts in the trade that I would like to see covered. In other words, you'll need more data if you plan on getting a permit and passing inspection. Perhaps a well drawn out 2-story plan, noting why each pipe was placed and sized as such, for optimal service, would make this book outstanding. In either case, it's still one of the best book out there. Check out the "Code Check" flip references by Taunton Press for the fine details to compliment this book. Hope this helps.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars
Most projects well covered,
By "pulpofarm" (sandy beach, nsw Australia) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Black & Decker The Complete Guide to Home Plumbing: The Complete Guide. New, Updated & Expanded Edition (Paperback)
This book is well written and certainly well presented, with excellent pictures to illustrate the task at hand.Its comprehensive on the topic of home plumbing with many tasks covered. I doubt whether there is a better and more up to date publication. However some constructive criticism; I would have appreciated more technical information at times. There was no reason as to why certain pipes or fixtures were used instead of others, whether it was in the code or the author had the experience to know, you had to accept it on blind faith. Also there is very little on the subject of Gas plumbing except the installation of a Gas hot water tank.
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