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  1. clewis5039

    Pump suggestions

    Thanks Reach. Apologies for so late on this. I have a lawn forum I got stuck in the weeds on. My thoughts on the pump is to help flush out the sediment when I drain the tank. I have a ranch/1-story so the gravity will be the house going down the stairs to the street. I'll read the power flush...
  2. clewis5039

    Pump suggestions

    Hello. Looking for suggestions for an electric pump to attach to water heater when draining it yearly. Prefer a pump that won't break the bank (under $100) but will last. Will pay more for quality/warranty though. Thank you!
  3. clewis5039

    Yellow dripping stains on bathroom walls

    Thanks reach. 1. Suggestions on how to get rid of iron deposits? Not sure which one is stained-hot or cold-and need to check. 2. Yes the drips wipe off with dry paper towel. Never had the problem before wherever I lived. Probably repaint properly using kilz and semigloss?
  4. clewis5039

    Yellow dripping stains on bathroom walls

    Hello.What's causing these yellow stains on the walls in my full bath? I noticed the pex in the crawlspace has the same thing going on. Originally thought this was lindseed oil issue from the paint the previous owners used (eggshell vs semi-gloss) but the staining is around the sink drain and...
  5. clewis5039

    Drain fly killer & pex

    I've never had them til I moved to NC. Thanks for the info, I'll probably go with GG.
  6. clewis5039

    Drain fly killer & pex

    I'm looking for a solution to the drain flies; that cleans out the buildup of of in/organic matter on the drain--their food source. I overthought when I mentioned pex bc that was my previous project. The drains are PVC, pex is for water supply. Obviously I'm not a pro. So back to the question...
  7. clewis5039

    Drain fly killer & pex

    Hello, Seeking input on best non-commercial drain fly killer for home with PVC & pex. -green gobbler? -Forid Drain Gel Cleaner, Gentrol IGR Aerosol, and Pyrid? -diy: 1/2 cup of salt, 1/2 cup baking soda and 1 cup of vinegar? Thanks everyone.
  8. clewis5039

    Replacing (Outdoor) Water Spigot

    Thanks GR. I bought some parts from Aquor's Amazon store and some from Aquor's website based on price comparisons. It cost around $265 for 2 hydrants, 2 pex inlets, 2 ss mounting plates, & 2 extra water breakers that have shutoffs (the hydrants include breakers without shutoffs that attach to...
  9. clewis5039

    Replacing (Outdoor) Water Spigot

    Thank you. Definitely have some lessons learned and thankful I came across this forum.
  10. clewis5039

    Replacing (Outdoor) Water Spigot

    Thanks for all the help GR and Fitter! I just got done putting in 2 Aqour V1+ hydrants. Well worth the time. Enjoy the pix!
  11. clewis5039

    Replacing (Outdoor) Water Spigot

    Thanks again, GR. I really appreciate the info.
  12. clewis5039

    Replacing (Outdoor) Water Spigot

    Thanks for feedback, GR. Yes, I prefer expansion so hoping I have pex A. I didn't know about Frost free so need to look at those options. Wasn't aware Aquor in brick has issues so thank you for mentioning.
  13. clewis5039

    Replacing (Outdoor) Water Spigot

    Hello. I've done my due diligence and am looking for suggestions/input on replacing outdoor spigot (attached images) & what type of water line is running to it (no PEX A or B label is visible and line is transluscent). I'm not a plumber so consider my experience level with this project a zero...
  14. clewis5039

    Flooding in water shutoff

    Thanks GR. By female, are you referring to the pex extending off the valve in image 2 or the valve itself?
  15. clewis5039

    Flooding in water shutoff

    Hello, This is my first post so apologies if I've overlooked the answer elsewhere on the forum. Seeking advice on what is causing water to pool around the water line in image 0? Image 2 shows exterior shutoff valve (outside crawlspace brick foundation, not city shutoff) after it was replaced...
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