Plumbing

• What is one reason we need plumbing?

  Good hygiene
• What does plumbing provide easy access to?

  Water
• How does plumbing help prevent disease transmission?

  By ensuring clean water supply and waste removal
• What is one function of plumbing related to dirty water?

  Removal of dirty water
• What is plumbing?

  • Installation and maintenance of pipes
  • Fixtures and fittings that distribute water
  • Removal of waste in a building
• What is the first component of plumbing systems?

  Water Supply System
• What does the drainage system do?

  It carries waste and wastewater away
• What is the purpose of the ventilation system in plumbing?

  To allow gases to escape and maintain pressure
• Name a common plumbing tool.

  Pipe wrench
• What is another common plumbing tool?

  Plunger
• What is plumber’s tape used for?

  Sealing pipe threads
• What is an adjustable wrench used for?

  Loosening or tightening nuts and bolts
• What tool is used to cut pipes?

  Hacksaw
• What is a pipe cutter used for?

  Cutting pipes cleanly
• What type of pipe is PVC?

  Polyvinyl Chloride
• What is the material of copper pipes?

  Copper
• What does PEX stand for?

  Cross-linked Polyethylene
• What is galvanized steel used for in plumbing?

  Water supply and drainage
• What does ABS stand for in plumbing pipes?

  Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene
• What is a common cause of clogged drains?

  Blockages in pipes
• What causes leaky faucets?

  Worn-out washers or seals
• What can cause low water pressure?

  Clogged pipes or faulty water valve
• What is a common issue with running toilets?

  Malfunctioning flapper or valve
• What are some basic plumbing repairs?

  1. Fixing a clogged drain: use a plunger/drain snake
  2. Repairing a leaky faucet: replace washers/seals
  3. Fixing low water pressure: clean aerators/check for blockages
  4. Fixing a running toilet: adjust/replace the flapper valve