Thursday, April 18, 2013

What is Injection Waterproofing?

Injection waterproofing is often used to fill and seal cracks and crevices. The material is most often made from a polyurethane compound. The compound is lightweight and expands up to twice its original size when applied to a surface. Many non-toxic and environmentally safe products are available at home improvement stores nationwide. Injection waterproofing is used mainly in foundation crack repairs.

In most foundation cracks, a polyurethane injection can seal the opening. In some smaller cracks it may be apparent that a sealant was used because it may be difficult to evenly inject the compound. Single caulking style cartridges and the dual side-by-side cartridge systems are the types of injection waterproofing compounds available for retail purchase. Both of these are manually injected and easy to pump.

When using an injection waterproofing method, it is important to keep the area dry. Temporarily block any flowing water to the area, and clean and dry the area as needed. Experts say that in the case of water flowing through a hole, you can temporarily caulk the hole with candle wax, modeling clay or plumbers' putty. If the cracks are in narrow or hard-to-reach places, you can use a flexible hose attached to the injector nozzle.

Whatever waterproofing system your leakage problem requires, be sure to do your research. If you choose to make this a do-it-yourself project, make sure you know where your leaks are coming from and the proper method to repair them. When purchasing waterproofing materials you should make sure you are buying the appropriate product for your needs. The National Association of Waterproofing and Structural Repair Contractors (NAWSRC) has tons of information on waterproofing. Whether or not you decide to hire a contractor, this organization can help you from beginning to end.

What is Injection Waterproofing?

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What is Injection Waterproofing?

What is Injection Waterproofing?
What is Injection Waterproofing?

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Tuesday, April 2, 2013

Bath bore removed and rebuilt 7 of 10

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Bath bore removed and rebuilt 7 of 10

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What Kinds of Tools Do Plumbers Use?

Plumbers use plumbing tools that are specialized to fit the job. Professional plumbing tools are designed to perform a wide variety of functions that include: measuring, accessing holes, cutting pipe, soldering tightening and loosening, and more. Below is a list of the kinds of tools plumbers use:

Level: Known as "levelness," a level gives the plumber the ability to make adjustments in the slope of drain and waste pipes during vent, wast, and drain installation.

Hole Saw: The plumber will use the hole saw to cut large holes through wood, masonry, and metal. Toothed hole saws are used to cut through wooden items. The abrasive hole saws cut through masonry and metal. The hole saw can be used on water supply lines and ABS drain pipes.

Pipe Cutter: This cutter allows the plumber to cut copper water lines. A plumber will open the tool's mouth, place the copper pipe in the mouth, and then tighten the cutting disc on the pipe's surface. To slice the pipe, the plumber will turn the tool around the pipe repeatedly. Once it slices through the pipe, a clean cut remains which is ready to be sanded and soldered.

Soldering Torch: To use the soldering torch, a plumber opens the control valve, uses a spark to light the torch, and then holds the flame against joints between copper fittings and pipes.

Wrenches: Plumbers use a variety of different types of wrenches in order to tighten and loosen fittings. Pipe wrenches are used to tighten bigger parts of the piping and other types of fittings. Basin wrenches are used to tighten and loosen bolts that are places that are difficult to access.

Screwdrivers: Screwdrivers are used for tightening and loosening a variety of components such as hose clamps, faucet knobs, as well as changing washers, taking appliances apart, and performing other plumbing tasks.

Tubing Cutter: Plumbers will use tubing cutters to make clean and precise cuts in copper tubing. Pipe cutters utilize a sharp wheel that spins around the copper pipe and then embeds in the metal. The result is a precise and clean cut the entire way around the pipe. Joints and fittings can be sealed once the pipes have been cut.

Jigsaws: These saws are used to make cuts in older pipes so that a new section can be installed. Jigsaws make it easier to make cuts in pipes are in area with space restrictions and cutting pipes that are in close proximity to the floor or wall.

Sealants: Plumbers use different types of sealants. Plumber's tape is used on the threads of plumbing pipes and other types of plumbing connections. Other sealants that plumbers will use are silicone caulking and putty compounds. The type they use depends on the type of repair job.

When you have a problem with your plumbing, a professional plumber is essential to ensuring the problem is repaired properly. Plumbers relies on a wide variety of plumbing tools for a variety of plumbing tasks and repair jobs. Each tool performs specific functions to ensure the job is completed efficiently.