Learn how to cut, remove, and replace cast iron sewer pipe with PVC in this detailed tutorial. We cover the tools, techniques, and steps needed to safely and efficiently handle cast iron pipe, making ...

Make an improvised guide by screwing together scraps of 2×4. Saw using a handsaw with a blade that’s 3 or 4 inches wide. Note: Square pipe ends fit snugly into the fittings, allowing plenty of contact ...

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If you’re looking to harness the power of water at your will, French drains are the way. Whether you have water pooling in areas outside when it rains, areas of your garden that get too much water, or ...

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