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Plumbers Glossary
20 trade terms explained in plain English for homeowners in Texas
A flexible coiled tool used to break up and remove clogs from drains and toilets
The unwanted reversal of water flow that can contaminate clean water supply with dirty water
A flexible metal cable used to break up and remove drain clogs — less powerful than hydro jetting but effective for most blockages
A small tank installed near a water heater to absorb excess pressure and protect the system from thermal expansion
A measure of water flow rate — important when sizing water heaters and checking fixture performance
High-pressure water blasting used to clear tough blockages and buildup from drain and sewer lines
A licensed plumber who has completed an apprenticeship and passed the state exam but works under a master plumber
The highest plumbing license in Texas — required to own a plumbing business and pull permits
Water that is safe for human consumption — all household cold water supply should be potable
A device that reduces incoming water pressure to a safe level for household plumbing systems
A curved pipe section under sinks that holds water to prevent sewer gases from entering the home
The first stage of plumbing installation where pipes are run through walls and floors before walls are closed
The underground pipe connecting your home's drain system to the public sewer main
A valve that stops water flow to a specific fixture or the entire home — every homeowner should know where theirs is
A water leak that occurs in pipes running beneath a concrete foundation — often detected by unusually high water bills
An on-demand water heater that heats water only when needed rather than storing hot water in a tank
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality — the state agency that oversees water quality and environmental standards
Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners — the body that licenses and regulates plumbers in Texas
A banging noise in pipes caused by sudden changes in water flow when a valve is closed quickly
A device that removes calcium and magnesium minerals from hard water to protect pipes and appliances
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