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Pipe insulation helps retain heat in the pipes which provide hot water from the air-to-water heat pump for domestic hot water and space heating.

Pipe insulation helps retain heat in the pipes which provide hot water from the air-to-water heat pump for domestic hot water and space heating.
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Plumbing leaks can occur in faucet fittings.

Plumbing leaks can occur in faucet fittings.
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Plumbing leaks can occur in pipe connections.

Plumbing leaks can occur in pipe connections.
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Plumbing penetrations through the below slab insulation are sealed with tape and spray foam.

Plumbing penetrations through the below slab insulation are sealed with tape and spray foam.
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Plumbing pipes that pass through top plates can be air-sealed with a gasket material cut slightly smaller than the pipe diameter.

Plumbing pipes that pass through top plates can be air-sealed with a gasket material cut slightly smaller than the pipe diameter.
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Plumbing riser detail for solar thermal systems

Plumbing riser detail for solar thermal systems
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Plumbing/Piping (1)

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Plumbing/Piping (2)

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Prepare to Avoid the Dangers of Flying Debris

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Properly install all water-using fixtures, equipment, and appliances such that there are no leaks.

Leaking faucets can waste thousands of gallons of water each year.
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Protect Your Home from High Wind and Earthquakes

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Protect Your Home from Lightning

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Protect Your Home in a FLASH - DIY Plywood Hurricane Shutters

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Protect Your Home in a FLASH - Wind Inspection

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Protect Your Home in a FLASH with Huber ZIP System Roof Sheathing and Tape

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Protect Your Windows & Doors from High Winds

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Pumpkin Ridge Passive House Video #14: Plumbing Details

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Recommended installation techniques for electrical and plumbing lines and other utility components in homes built on piers above the base flood elevation.

Recommended installation techniques for electrical and plumbing lines and other utility components in homes built on piers above the base flood elevation.
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Replace Your Faucet Aerator - WaterSense Bath Hack #2

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Right - A home-run (also called central manifold or parallel piping) system distributes hot water directly from a distribution manifold next to the water heater to each fixture using individual small-diameter PEX pipes.

Right - A home-run (also called central manifold or parallel piping) system distributes hot water directly from a distribution manifold next to the water heater to each fixture using individual small-diameter PEX pipes.
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Right - EPA WaterSense-rated low-flow plumbing fixtures are verified as using less water than typical plumbing fixtures.

Right - EPA WaterSense-rated low-flow plumbing fixtures are verified as using less water than typical plumbing fixtures.
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Right - Metal drip edge flashing is installed above hose bib and top of metal flashing is taped to wall.

Right - Metal drip edge flashing is installed above hose bib and top of metal flashing is taped to wall.
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Right - Peel and stick flashing and flashing tape seal a plumbing pipe that penetrates an exterior wall.

Right - Peel and stick flashing and flashing tape seal a plumbing pipe that penetrates an exterior wall.
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Right - Pressure reducing valves installed outside the home reduce water pressure before water is distributed to fixtures.

Right - Pressure reducing valves installed outside the home reduce water pressure before water is distributed to fixtures.