Plumbing Guides for Evanston Homeowners

Practical, local advice on leaks, drains, water heaters, and more — written for Evanston homes.

Plumbing Basics for Students Living Away: An Evanston Guide

2026-02-06

Plumbing Basics for Students Living Away: An Evanston Guide

Students in a dorm or a shared house meet plumbing realities for the first time. A few basics prevent the.

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TOTO vs Kohler Bidets: An Evanston Guide

2026-02-07

TOTO vs Kohler Bidets: An Evanston Guide

TOTO and Kohler both make the washlet-style bidet seats that attach to a standard toilet. The difference is.

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Kitchen Island Plumbing: An Evanston Guide

2026-02-08

Kitchen Island Plumbing: An Evanston Guide

Putting a sink in a kitchen island requires running water and drain lines through the floor. Here is the.

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Faucet Finishes: An Evanston Guide

2026-02-09

Faucet Finishes: An Evanston Guide

The faucet finishes range from the chrome to the matte black. The finish sets the look and the fingerprints.

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Well Water Safety Basics: An Evanston Guide

2026-02-10

Well Water Safety Basics: An Evanston Guide

A private well puts the water safety in the owner's hands. The testing and the maintenance keep the well.

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Downspout Drainage: An Evanston Guide

2026-02-11

Downspout Drainage: An Evanston Guide

Where your downspouts discharge matters as much as the gutters themselves. Here is the Evanston.

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Plumbing Tasks for Every Season: An Evanston Guide

2026-02-12

Plumbing Tasks for Every Season: An Evanston Guide

The plumbing tasks follow the seasons with the checks and the prep. The season-by-season list keeps the.

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How a Drain Trap Works: An Evanston Guide

2026-02-13

How a Drain Trap Works: An Evanston Guide

The curved pipe under every sink is a trap, and it holds a small pool of water that seals out sewer gas. It.

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Push-to-Connect Fittings: An Evanston Guide

2026-02-14

Push-to-Connect Fittings: An Evanston Guide

Push-to-connect fittings speed up repairs, but they still need proper prep. Here is the Evanston.

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Replacing the Main Shutoff Valve: An Evanston Guide

2026-02-15

Replacing the Main Shutoff Valve: An Evanston Guide

The main shutoff is the most important valve in the house, and a failing one needs replacement. Here is the.

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