Plumbing Basics for Beginners

Every plumbing job starts with picking the right pipe and the right joint. This lesson covers copper, PEX, PVC, and the cardinal sins that cause every leak.

Knowing where the shutoff is matters more than knowing how to fix the leak. This lesson covers the main, fixture shutoffs, valve types, and the install sequence for a toilet or faucet swap.

Drains aren't just pipes that point down. This lesson covers slope, traps, vents, and the why-it-works of every drain-waste-vent (DWV) system.

Water leaks waste money fast. This lesson covers leak isolation, water heater anatomy, and the safety quirks that make water heaters one of the few things in a house that can actually explode.