Simple Plumbing Repairs in the Home by George M. Warren
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"Simple Plumbing Repairs in the Home" by George M. Warren is a practical guide published by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, likely written in the early to mid-20th century. This instructional bulletin provides detailed advice on how homeowners can perform simple plumbing repairs, reducing the need for professional plumbing services. The book covers a range of topics, including fixing faucets, stop and waste cocks, clogged pipes, and leaks, making it an essential
resource for maintaining household plumbing. The content of the book is straightforward and focuses on various small but common plumbing issues that homeowners may encounter. It includes instructions on how to replace worn washers in faucets, address leaks in pipes, thaw frozen pipes, and remove scale from heating appliances. Each section provides step-by-step procedures, essential tools needed, and helpful tips to ensure proper repairs. Additionally, Warren emphasizes the importance of understanding plumbing systems to avoid potential health hazards, thus empowering readers with knowledge for effective home maintenance. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Warren, George M. (George Milton) |
|---|---|
| Title | Simple Plumbing Repairs in the Home |
| Series Title | United States. Department of Agriculture. Farmers' bulletin no. 1460 |
| Contents | Faucets -- Stop and waste cocks -- Ball cocks -- Flush valves for low tanks -- Clogged pipes -- Thawing pipes -- Removing scale from water backs and coils -- Leaks in pipes and tanks -- Cracked laundry tubs -- Horse menders or splicers. |
| Credits | Produced by Tom Cosmas |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 76.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | S: Agriculture |
| LoC Class | TH: Technology: Building construction |
| Subject | Plumbing -- Amateurs' manuals |
| Subject | Plumbing -- Repairing |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 62592 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-62592-8 |
| Release Date | Jul 9, 2020 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 568 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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