The first time you empty the P-trap on your bathroom sink, you’re likely to gag. A few times more, and you get tougher. It’s a lot like getting used to changing baby diapers. The P-trap is that curved ...

Q: I saw a new device on a website that says it can replace the traditional p trap under a plumbing fixture. It has a flexible tubelike membrane that is supposed to stay closed when no water is ...

New York City is in the midst of updating a significant portion of its building code. Learning it can become either a monumental task or a rather enjoyable adventure. I've always favored fundamental ...

Have your holiday guests left you with a clogged bathroom sink? Follow these instructions for clearing out the P-trap under your sink. Every plumbing fixture in your home should have a P-trap. Some ...

Q. I saw a new device on a website that says it can replace the traditional P-trap under a plumbing fixture. It has a flexible tube-like membrane that is supposed to stay closed when no water is ...

Sink traps are one of the most common points of plumbing failure in homes. Sometimes they develop leaks or become clogged. Changing or repairing a leaking trap, or removing and cleaning a plugged one, ...