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		<title>A Look at Faux painting</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Faux painting is the art of using paint to create the illusion of texture or depth on otherwise ordinary surfaces, such as walls, furniture, and floors.  The naming comes from the French word faux, meaning false. There are a number of faux finish techniques, that can create finishes that replicate the look of a [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/a-look-at-faux-painting/</link>
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		<title>Clogged drain tips</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Slow drains can be extremely frustrating to the home owner and even more frustrating to people who live in apartments. Fortunately, you don&#8217;t have to always wait for the management company to send a repairman. There are plenty of things you can do on your own to fix a slow drain. This article will discuss [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/clogged-drain-tips/</link>
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		<title>Solar-Powered Garden Insect Theatre</title>
		<description><![CDATA[This falls in the, just thought it was cool and wanted to share. The Solar-Powered Garden Insect Theatre offers a sustainable insect habitat that attracts moths, lacewings and butterflies into your garden. The solar panel charges the internal battery by day, then lights up the insect theatre by night. The battery automatically turns off at [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/solar-powered-garden-insect-theatre/</link>
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		<title>Chinese Drywall Linked to Hydrogen Sulfide Gas Vapors and Health Problems</title>
		<description><![CDATA[The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is launching an expanded investigation into dangerous drywall imported from China, which has been linked to multiple health problems. The contaminated drywall has been shown to give off fumes of hydrogen sulfide gas, causing harmful indoor pollution in homes where the drywall is used.In addition to health problems, the [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/chinese-drywall-linked-to-hydrogen-sulfide-gas-vapors-and-health-problems/</link>
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		<title>Composting is an easy, eco-friendly alternative</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Recycling is certainly not a new concept. In fact, gardeners have been using one form of recycling - composting - for about as long as people have tilled the soil. Composting is a cost-effective, eco-friendly way to give your garden a boost.
Start your compost pile now, before winter settles in, and come spring you&#8217;ll have [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/composting-is-an-easy-eco-friendly-alternative/</link>
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		<title>Portable Rain Collector Barrel</title>
		<description><![CDATA[This 34 gallon collapsible rain barrel made of laminated, flexible polyester, this tear-resistant container can be stored anywhere when not in use. With its zippered wide mouth and mesh screen, makes debris-free rainwater collecting simple. At only seven pounds when empty, move this handy rain catcher anywhere with ease. Connect a hose to the pre-installed [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/portable-rain-collector-barrel/</link>
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		<title>Glass Shower Door Installation</title>
		<description><![CDATA[One of the most effective methodsfor improving the look and feel of your bathroom is to add or replace your shower doors. Shower doors come in many shapes and styles and are made by many different manufacturers. The process is straight-forward and requires a only a few basic tools, some caulk and the new shower [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/glass-shower-door-installation/</link>
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		<title>Work Safe With LED Gas Detector</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Lab tested to sense propane, butane, acetylene and methane (natural gas) the LED Gas Detector will keep you safe from noxious leaks at home or doing handyman tasks. Simple LED indicator lights up and alarm sounds when flammable levels of gas are detected. No calibration required. Green = Good, Red = Run! Check for gas [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/work-safe-with-led-gas-detector/</link>
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		<title>Insurers dropping people who have homes containing Chinese drywall</title>
		<description><![CDATA[A recent story from the Associated Press notes that Chinese drywall are leaving many people with denied claims and canceled home insurance policies.. According to state and federal sources cited by the AP report, the drywall releases a sulfur and organic compounds. People who tried to file claims based on the damaging effects of the [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/insurers-dropping-people-who-have-homes-containing-chinese-drywall/</link>
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		<title>Shining and removing scratches from stainless steal appliances and sinks</title>
		<description><![CDATA[I have been doing a little research for my own secondhand stainless appliances I recently purchased and have tried a few of the many suggestions and they all seem to work well. I will add to this post as I try new products. For shining and hiding fine scratches, baby oil might be the first [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/shining-and-removing-scratches-from-stainless-steal-appliances-and-sinks/</link>
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		<title>what gauge stainless steel sink to buy?</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Many of you will someday be looking to renovate your kitchens including new counter tops. In the process you may look to replace that old and tired looking sink. If your interested in picking out a stainless steel sink you like, you need to consider the thickness of the steel or gauge.  &#8216;Gauge&#8217; means [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/what-gauge-stainless-steel-sink-to-buy/</link>
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		<title>Motion sensing wall plug</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Stop stumbling around in the dark trying to turn on a light by clapping your hands.The SensorPlug is a passive infrared sensing wall plug that will allow you to activate any device you have plugged in when motion is detected. The sensor can detect motion in a 90 arc and up to 20 away. It [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/motion-sensing-wall-plug/</link>
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		<title>Choosing a Central Air Conditioning System for Your Home</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Sizing a central air conditioning system for your home is an important task. Particularly for newly built homes, contractors use industry sizing models, such as Model J, but most use them as a reference, modifying the results to accommodate their own years of experience. A 1500-sq.-ft. ranch-style home, for example, might normally require a 2 [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/choosing-a-central-air-conditioning-system-for-your-home/</link>
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		<title>Ultrasonic Stain Remover</title>
		<description><![CDATA[This Ultrasonic Stain Remover claims to get out the stains others leave behind. First it sprays water onto the stain and then it attacks it 50,000 ultrasonic frequencies per minute, shaking loose all the dirty, nasty bits. For tough stains, dab some detergent on, count to 600 and then set the stain remover to kill. [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/ultrasonic-stain-remover/</link>
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		<title>Drinkwell 360 Water Fountain for Pets</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Water is an essential element for the health of your pet, so purchasing a water fountain for your pet is an important decision. Pets prefer free-falling water to stagnant water in a traditional feeding bowl and the The Drinkwell 360 Water Fountain for Pets applies this knowledge with a free-falling water fountain that encourages pets [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/drinkwell-360-water-fountain-for-pets/</link>
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		<title>Proven Solution for Chinese Drywall is Now Available</title>
		<description><![CDATA[The only effective solution with proven performance to manage and remove the harmful contaminants being emitted from Chinese Drywall is now available. The RISS System(TM) removes the inorganic and organic sulfur based contaminants from indoor air. The technology for the RISS system is so unique that it is in Patent Pending status with the U.S. [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/proven-solution-for-chinese-drywall-is-now-available/</link>
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		<title>Pump it Up With the AirPro Cordless Air Compressor</title>
		<description><![CDATA[The AirPro Cordless Rechargeable Air Compressor works to keep you riding on air with minimal effort on your part! The AirPro cordless air compressor offers a powerful 120 psi. With a 15-inch air hose, the AirPro rechargeable air compressor can be used for a wide variety of purposes. From car and bike tires to sports [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/pump-it-up-with-the-airpro-cordless-air-compressor/</link>
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		<title>Noodlehead – flexible sprinkler</title>
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Noodlehead is a garden sprinkler with twelve, flexible watering tubes. You can bend and reposition each tube individually and theyll stay wherever you point them. You can mount the Noodlehead in any orientation and it can water almost any shaped lawn. You can also purchase optional risers to get the sprinkler up high above your [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/noodlehead-%e2%80%93-flexible-sprinkler/</link>
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		<title>Tow-n-Stow a towable trailer that converts to a cabinet</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Tow n Stow is a very clever car-towable trailer that converts into a waterproof, upright, storage unit. The trailer weighs 396 pounds, can carry 992 pounds and can be towed with almost any normal vehicle. Its watertight, holds 1.4 cubic metres (50 cubic feet) and it has 2 removable doors over the top and a [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/tow-n-stow-the-trailer-that-converts-to-a-cabinet/</link>
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		<title>Recommending Mosman Plumber Down Under</title>
		<description><![CDATA[A quick shout-out to a fellow plumber working down under (plumber mosman). In case you&#8217;re looking, for Plumbing services in Mosman, Australia, the Lower North Shore or the Northern Beaches, I want to tell you about my colleague Keith B. Hodges. Keith the mosman plumber is a licensed master plumber, drain and gasfitter, who can [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/recommending-mosman-plumber-down-under/</link>
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		<title>Tips on Preparing a Room for Painting</title>
		<description><![CDATA[A lot of the effort in painting is in the preparation. In smaller rooms particularly, it probably takes more time to prep then the actual painting. You&#8217;ll get the best results if you follow these tips:
Clear the room if possible of all furniture, wall hangings, etc.
Don&#8217;t be lazy, remove light fixtures, wall socket covers, towel [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/tips-on-preparing-a-room-for-painting/</link>
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		<title>Hands Free E Z Toilet Flusher Gadget</title>
		<description><![CDATA[For those who fear picking up and spreading germs from those chromium plated toilet handles:This hands-free, step-on toilet flusher works with a gentle tap of the foot pedal - no back strain, hand pain, or body contortion necessary. Youll never have to touch that germy handle again. Installs easilyIt fits any standard toilet, and you [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/hands-free-e-z-toilet-flusher-gadget/</link>
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		<title>PullzAll - portable lifting tool</title>
		<description><![CDATA[The PullzAll by Warn Industries is a powerful, lightweight, easy-to-use handheld electric tool with the ability to lift or pull up to 1,000 lbs. A strong motor and variable speed control allow you to move heavy items into place smoothly and precisely. These features equate to saving both time and money.
It comes in AC or [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/pullzall-portable-lifting-tool/</link>
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		<title>EZ Bundler gives automatic string bundling at the press of a trigger</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Sometimes it never occurs that a tool could make your job a lot easier. Thus is the case of the EZ Bundler, which really helps piling, gathering, stacking and bundling. Joy! $19.98.Organize and secure just about anything! Bundle newspapers, stacks of wood, extensions cords  Hundreds of uses, from the home, garage, garden, office, and [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/ez-bundler-gives-automatic-string-bundling-at-the-press-of-a-trigger/</link>
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		<title>GE Hybrid Electric Water Heater</title>
		<description><![CDATA[The new industry-exclusive  GE Hybrid Electric Water Heater is designed to provide the same hot water homeowners are accustomed to, but requires only about half the energy to produce it. For example, based on the same standard tank water heater that uses approximately 4800 kWh per year, the new GE Hybrid Electric Water Heater [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/ge-hybrid-electric-water-heater/</link>
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		<title>Hydrokinetic Adjustable Hydraulic Wrench</title>
		<description><![CDATA[This Hydrokinetic Adjustable Wrench allows you to open a valve, push a plunger to adjust the fit against your target nut or bolt and tighten valve. It can cope with up to 23 different metric and standard nut sizes, and is purposely slimline to fit into niche corners. Stylish steel at $24.99.
To adjust the Hydrokinetic [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/hydrokinetic-adjustable-hydraulic-wrench/</link>
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		<title>Septic Tank Cleaning</title>
		<description><![CDATA[If you live in a rural area you probably have a septic system instead of a sewer connection. Clean your septic tank every one to three years. A rule of thumb is a 3-bedroom home with 4 occupants (and with no garbage disposal) needs cleaning once every 3 years for a 1,000 gallon tank serving. [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/septic-tank-cleaning/</link>
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		<title>Bosch DNM60L - Digital Level</title>
		<description><![CDATA[The Bosch DNM60L Spirit Level is a digitally enhanced level finding tool. No more peering myopically at a small yellow bubble (although it still sports one for the purists), instead you can read off actualangles and inclines on the LCD and even hold and store results at the push of a button.

Automatic rotation of the [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/bosch-dnm60l-digital-level/</link>
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		<title>AquaSafeStraw very portable water purification system</title>
		<description><![CDATA[AquaSafeStraw is a high tech, tested and approved water purification system that removes 99.9999% of waterborne bacteria including Pseudomonas, Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus, and Fecal Coliforms, plus parasitic contamination by Cryptosporidium, and Giardia.
You use it like a normal drinking straw, as the water is sucked up through the membrane in the middle of the straw, only [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/aquasafestraw-very-portable-water-purification-system/</link>
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		<title>&#8216;Smelly&#8217; Drywall Imported From China Raises Health And Safety Concerns</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Homeowners throughout the United States are complaining of stinky odors, copper pipe and wire corrosion, and respiratory problems in an ongoing crisis that officials say is linked to drywall imported from China. An article on this topic is published in the May 4 issue of Chemical &#038; Engineering News.
C&#038;EN associate editor Bethany Halford explains in [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/smelly-drywall-imported-from-china-raises-health-and-safety-concerns/</link>
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		<title>Spring is the right time to think about air conditioning maintenance</title>
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An air conditioner is a very tough piece of equipment and is engineered to withstand all sorts of abuse and keep on running. This is great in most respects, but it can lead to complacency about maintenance. Like a car, air conditioners need regular tune-ups to run properly.
Without regular maintenance an air conditioner looses about [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/spring-is-the-right-time-to-think-about-air-conditioning-maintenance/</link>
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		<title>Anti-drowning device for peace of mind</title>
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Pool Angel is a new anti-drowning system that has been developed for domestic swimming pools.After installation the alarm will sound within 3 to 7 seconds if it detects a body of around 8kgs falling into the water. There is a secondary receiver which will then sound inside the house within a couple of seconds. Clever [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/anti-drowning-device-for-peace-of-mind/</link>
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		<title>Chinese drywall poses risks for many</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Household problems ranging from corroded plumbing to serious skin rashes all  are coming from the same sourceChinaaccording to experts in the United States  and in other countries. For many Americans living in as many as 100,000 new  homes built during the recent housing boom, the drywall contains chemicals that,  when exposed [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/chinese-drywall-poses-risks-for-many/</link>
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		<title>Carpal Tunnel Syndrome stretches to get you back to work!</title>
		<description><![CDATA[A very nice demonstration of effective stretches and exercises to eliminate the pain, numbness, tingling and grip strength loss due to carpal tunnel syndrome and repetitive strain injuries.



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		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/carpal-tunnel-syndrome-stretches-to-get-you-back-to-work/</link>
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		<title>Pirit Utility Line Anti-Freeze Hose Pipe</title>
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The Pirit Utility Line Anti-Freeze Hose Pipecomes with a built in heating element and thermostat to stop water freezes wrecking your hose and your garden aspirations. $189.00 for 50 foot.
The hose connects to your water line like any other garden hose; however it also has an electrical plug that can be connected to any outdoor [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/pirit-utility-line-anti-freeze-hose-pipe/</link>
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		<title>The &#8216;Eco Drain&#8217; allows you to recycle your hot shower water</title>
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The new Eco Drain is brilliant and yet simple idea which could potentially save millions of dollars each year which we waste through sending our hot shower water down plug-holes and into the drains.

Simply put this is a heat exchanger, but this is a great application of the technology which could offer significant benefit. The [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/the-eco-drain-allows-you-to-recycle-your-hot-shower-water/</link>
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		<title>Sweet Home 3D interior design program</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Sweet Home 3D is an interior design program that helps you place your furniture on a house 2D plan, with a 3D preview. It ships with a quantity of ready made models which you can drop and position to your hearts content, and supports community generated plugins for added functionality. Its available in 11 languages [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/sweet-home-3d-interior-design-program/</link>
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		<title>Fake Security Cheap - The Doom Camera</title>
		<description><![CDATA[The Doom Camera is a deterrent and not real security but it just might get the job done. It looks like it might be the real deal when you walk by, as it flashes away when it detects motion. I like the name too, but wonder if the manufacturer meant to spell it as &#8216;Dome [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/fake-security-cheap-the-doom-camera/</link>
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		<title>Osprey Biotechnics: Trillions of Good Bacteria for Waste Management</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Osprey Biotechnics is expanding to produce more trillions of beneficial bacteria &#8212; the hungry kind that open drain pipes, clean up soil and groundwater, treat waste water, and are beneficial to fruits and vegetables.
The company is quadrupling its output this year from about 20,000 gallons a week to 80,000, and that&#8217;s a lot of bacteria [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/osprey-biotechnics-trillions-of-good-bacteria-for-waste-management/</link>
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		<title>How not to advertise a toilet&#8217;s capabilities</title>
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To demonstrate a St Thomas Creations toilet, flushes just about anything, some clever marketing folks thought up some creative things to dump into the bowl. Large carrots, chess-set pieces, bummi bears, etc. Perhaps a nice statement that the toilet does not clog. Best though to keep children and small pets [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/how-not-to-advertise-a-toilets-capabilities/</link>
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		<title>Tips on building a dog house</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Building a dog house can provide your dog with shelter when outdoors, particularly if you live where the winters are cold, or if you have a dog with arthritis or some other condition that is made worse by the cold. Before you get started, you should know the Humane Society of the United States urges [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/tips-on-building-a-dog-house/</link>
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		<title>Sylvan Sport GO</title>
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The Sylvan Sport GO is one heck of a portable camper. Basically, its a cross between a pop-top camper and a tent but its much more than both.
In travel mode its very compact and quite light (about 360kg) and can be towed by pretty much anything. When you get there, unhitch, drop the legs and [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/sylvan-sport-go/</link>
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		<title>3M Performance Plus Duct Tape (Nuclear Grade)</title>
		<description><![CDATA[3M Performance Plus Duct Tape Nuclear Grade 8979N has a unique tape construction that allows for both permanent and temporary applications whether indoors or outdoors. It is removable with little or no adhesive residue from most opaque surfaces up to 6 months after application. 3M duct tape 8979N is also UV resistant for one year.
Designed [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/3m-performance-plus-duct-tape-nuclear-grade/</link>
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		<title>One of the best tools gets better - Magnetic duct-tape</title>
		<description><![CDATA[One of the most essential tools in a do-it-yourself repairmans toolkit, duct-tape just got better. Now there is Magnetic duct-tape, and it couldnt be any easier or more versatile to use: As duct-tape sticky backing adheres to just about every surface, and all you have to do is cut off a small length, attach a [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/one-of-the-best-tools-gets-better-magnetic-duct-tape/</link>
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		<title>Cool Shower Head Offers Rainfall or Waterfall</title>
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The Aquavolo is a stylish Bossini shower for those who like a little variety. Do I want my shower rainfall style or waterfall style today? The stainless steel Aquavolo shower fixture can flip back and forth between its two functions using an innovative technique. The horizontal position of the large, flat spout will let forth [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/cool-shower-head-offers-rainfall-or-waterfall/</link>
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		<title>XXO 9803 Body Analyser - high technology for the large boned</title>
		<description><![CDATA[The XXO 9803 Body Analyser is designed tough, for even the larger fitness buff. Why do we think that this is a model designed specifically forweightlifters? Well this baby will handle 440lb/200kg in weight. Not only will it confirm your weight, but it will also deliver crucial info on your muscle and bone mass. Oh [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/xxo-9803-body-analyser-high-technology-for-the-large-boned/</link>
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		<title>Pocket Purifier - the point and kill germ zapper</title>
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The Pocket Purifier contains a germ zapping UV lamp which kills 99.99% of nasty germs and bugs like E-Coli that make us ill. Of course, the other .01% then grow up to be even tougher and stronger and more immune to stupid human attempts at extermination. Which may cause us a few problems in future. [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/pocket-purifier-the-point-and-kill-germ-zapper/</link>
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		<title>Pressure washers often provide quicker cleaning for less</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Pressure washers use a gas engine or electric motor, pump, and concentrating nozzle to boost water pressure from your garden hose as much as 60 times. That lets them blast away deck mildew, driveway stains, and other grunge a hose cant touch while cleaning chairs, siding, and other items more quickly and easily than you [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/pressure-washers-often-provide-quicker-cleaning-for-less/</link>
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		<title>Protect your home with do-it-yourself laser beam security system</title>
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Here is an easy to make and powerful laser alarm system that can protect your entire home, indoors or out! Watch the video for details and the Test Results.
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		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/protect-your-home-with-do-it-yourself-laser-beam-security-system/</link>
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		<title>Emergency Cash for the Holiday Season</title>
		<description><![CDATA[The expression, &#8216;times are tough&#8217; is sometimes over used but very applicable these days, I think you would agee. We have all had to tightenour collectivebelts a little in these times, but with the holiday season approaching familiy is the priority and eveyone likes to splurge a little on their loved ones. Should you find [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/emergency-cash-for-the-holiday-season/</link>
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		<title>Minimize winter plumbing problems</title>
		<description><![CDATA[When temperatures threaten to dip below the freezing mark, you should start thinking about how that affects your plumbing. A little bit of time could save you a lot of money.
The consequences are great economically for the repair and of the damage and of the repair of the pipes that broke, said Sean Corr, who [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/minimize-winter-plumbing-problems/</link>
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		<title>Installing a new bathroom sink yourself</title>
		<description><![CDATA[You find the perfect new sink. Now what do you do? Well should you decide to install it yourself here are the general steps to follow:
Step 1: Take things apart
Just like in a lot of projects, you will first need to take things apart. With this project, you&#8217;ll want to first turn off your water [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/installing-a-new-bathroom-sink-yourself/</link>
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		<title>Picking the Right Interior House Paint</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Having trouble picking the perfect paint color for your home decorating project? Not sure what type of paint you should use? Don&#8217;t feel bad, even the pros need help from time to time. Size up your room. How you use color depends on where you use color. Each room has its own unique elements and [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/picking-the-right-interior-house-paint/</link>
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		<title>How to fix a stuck or dead pixel on an LCD Monitor</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Pressure Method
Turn off your computer&#8217;s monitor. Get yourself a damp washcloth, so that you don&#8217;t scratch your screen. Take a household pen, pencil, screwdriver, or some other sort of instrument with a focused, but relatively dull, point. A very good tool would be a PDA stylus.
Fold the washcloth to make sure you don&#8217;t accidentally puncture [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/how-to-fix-a-stuck-or-dead-pixel-on-an-lcd-monitor/</link>
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		<title>How often do hip and knee replacements need revision?</title>
		<description><![CDATA[A comprehensive study using nationwide data on hip and knee replacements in England has found that one in seventy-five patients require a revision of their joint replacement after three years. Although this compares favourably with the rest of the world, the study published in this week&#8217;s PLoS Medicine reinforces concerns about the new surgical techniques [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/how-often-do-hip-and-knee-replacements-need-revision/</link>
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		<title>Choosing Deck Building Materials</title>
		<description><![CDATA[So youre finally ready to start that long-delayed wood deck on the back of the house. It will be a nice addition to your home, and national estimates show that approximately 70% of the cost of a deck will be recovered when you resell your home.
But one question keeps nagging at you - what do [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/choosing-deck-building-materials/</link>
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		<title>First particles injected into Large Hadron Collider atom smasher</title>
		<description><![CDATA[The first particles have been injected into the biggest atom smasher on the planet, marking the start of the countdown to probing the secrets of the universe.
Scientists are pushing ahead with powering up the machine, shrugging off speculative fears that it could destroy all life on Earth by sucking it into a black hole.
Starting up [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/first-particles-injected-into-large-hadron-collider-atom-smasher/</link>
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		<title>Scientists prove &#8216;beer goggles&#8217; are real</title>
		<description><![CDATA[For the first time, scientists have proven that &#8220;beer goggles&#8221; are real  other people really do look more attractive to us if we have been drinking. 
Surprisingly, the beer goggles effect was not limited to just the opposite sex among the ostensibly straight volunteers recruited for the study  they also rated people from [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/scientists-prove-beer-goggles-are-real/</link>
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		<title>Green catalysts provide promise for cleaning toxins and pollutants</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Tetra-Amido Macrocyclic Ligands (TAMLs) are environmentally friendly catalysts with a host of applications for reducing and cleaning up pollutants, and a prime example of &#8220;green chemistry.&#8221; Carnegie Mellon University&#8217;s Terry Collins, the catalyst&#8217;s inventor, believes that the small-molecule catalysts have the potential to be even more effective than previously proven. Collins will discuss how iron-TAMLs [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/green-catalysts-provide-promise-for-cleaning-toxins-and-pollutants/</link>
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		<title>Tips on buying home insurance in the UK</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Whether buying a new home or protecting the assets of your current home, having household insurance is essential. Why you ask? There are two major reasons for homeowners to buy insurance: 
1. A home is one of the most important assets that a person has. You need to protect your home from damage and destruction!
- [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/tips-on-buying-home-insurance-in-the-uk/</link>
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		<title>Exposing Health Hazards in Household Cleaners</title>
		<description><![CDATA[A clean, fresh-smelling home may actually be bad for your health, depending on what type of cleaning and air freshening products you use.
Recent research suggests that exposure to cleaning products or air fresheners that contain a certain volatile organic compound (VOC) called 1,4 dicholorobenzene (1,4 DCB), can reduce lung function by 4 percent. Another study [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/exposing-health-hazards-in-household-cleaners/</link>
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		<title>Creating a Mold and Mildew Free Home Environment</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Each summer, as temperature and humidity rise, mold invades thousands of homes. Some 10% of the U.S. population is sensitive to mold, and invisible mold spores cause countless allergic reactions, asthma attacks, and sinus infections, according to the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology.
Mold also wreaks havoc on building materials. In nature, mold breaks [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/creating-a-mold-and-mildew-free-home-environment/</link>
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		<title>Industry responds saying granite countertops are safe to use</title>
		<description><![CDATA[The Marble Institute of America on Friday responded to the studies by Rice University physics professor W.J. Llope saying that granite countertops pose no significant health risk.
Earlier, Llope was cited by Houston Chronicle as finding that some granite countertops generate gamma radiation and radon gas at a level that is considered dangerous by the U.S. [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/industry-responds-saying-granite-countertops-are-safe-to-use/</link>
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		<title>Is the Radiation in Granite Countertops Dangerous?</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Granite countertops are red-hot  and not just because of their soaring popularity and high resale value. It turns out that some granite quarried for furnishings brings with it relatively high levels of uranium, which is not only radioactive but releases radon gas as it decays. 
Sales of granite countertops have exploded tenfold in the [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/is-the-radiation-in-granite-countertops-dangerous/</link>
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		<title>How to Clean Bricks</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Bricks are one of the most durable and beautiful facades in building construction, but even they need occasional attention. If your brick are beginning to get moldy or stained from water splash, with a little work and common chemicals, they can look almost new.
Steps
Choose the type of stain or dirt you are dealing with. Mold, [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/how-to-clean-bricks/</link>
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		<title>Selecting Plywood for Home Projects</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Plywood is an extremely strong product composed of thin sheets of veneers glued to each other at right angles. Plywood thickness varies, but the most common are &#8221;, &#8221;, and &#8221;. Panels with tongue and groove edges are available for use in sheathing floors. Minimum thicknesses for various applications: Roofing: &#8221;; Floor sheathing: &#8221;; Floor [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/selecting-plywood-for-home-projects/</link>
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		<title>How to Decorate a Romantic Room</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Looking for ways to soothe the soul? A romantic setting does a lot to calm the frenzy of the outside world. Besides, a personal retreat may be just what you need to jumpstart the lovelife again.
Sometimes there is more to the romantic look than lace and frilly frou-frous. It is, in a sense, a way [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/how-to-decorate-a-romantic-room/</link>
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		<title>How Do Architects Work?</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Architects are trained in the art and science of building construction. A typical architect attends college for five to six years, serves a three-year internship, and passes a four day registration exam before he is licensed to practice.
Architects typically follow a set pattern in working with clients to design a building that meets their needs. [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/how-do-architects-work/</link>
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		<title>A look at Empire Today - leading provider of installed Home Furnishings and Home Improvements</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Empires Shop-at-Home Serviceis one of the many things that makes this company special!
Home remodeling is arewarding thing to do, especially when youuse the services ofEmpire Today. Empire Todayhas beena leading provider of installed Home Furnishings and Home Improvements for more than 45 years, with over one million satisfied customers. The company was founded in 1959 [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/a-look-at-empire-today-leading-provider-of-installed-home-furnishings-and-home-improvements/</link>
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		<title>What is a backflow prevention device?</title>
		<description><![CDATA[The backflow device prevents mixing of drinking and treated water from flowing into the public water system by maintaining a constant higher pressure in its pipes. Many types of backflow prevention devices also have test ports so that they can be tested or examined to ensure that they are functioning properly. A check valve is [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/what-is-a-backflow-prevention-device/</link>
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		<title>Chilli the cow is utterly huge</title>
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For your viewing pleasure we bring you Chilli - the 6&#8242;6&#8243; (from ground to shoulder) tall cow from Somerset, England. The 9-year-old Chilliwho is said to be a friendly and gentle cow is currently being assessed by the Guinness Book Of Records for the title of Britain&#8217;s tallest cow. Chilli lives at the Ferne Animal [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/chilli-the-cow-is-utterly-huge/</link>
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		<title>The US dollar sure doesn&#8217;t buy much today</title>
		<description><![CDATA[I am sure all of you have noticed how much money it costs to buy a tank of gasoline these days. And perhaps you have also picked up on the rising price of commodities including the food we buy. Heck gold shot through the $1,000 barrier for awhile. Sure things cost more in the US [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/the-us-dollar-sure-doesnt-buy-much-today/</link>
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		<title>Good Services plumbing in Seattle</title>
		<description><![CDATA[In case you&#8217;re looking, for Plumbing services in Seattle, I want to tell you about my friends at Good Services. They can handle your plumbing, sewer and heating needs with service for single family residential homes, property management companies, apartment buildings, coperatives, condo associations and businesses.
Good Services has been offering Seattle plumbing and heating services [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/good-services-plumbing-in-seattle/</link>
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		<title>New study let&#8217;s you have your chocolate cake and eat it too</title>
		<description><![CDATA[According to a new study published in the Journal of Nutrition, Daily consumption of chocolate bars made with a patented combination of plant sterols and cocoa flavanols may affect cardiovascular risk by lowering elevated cholesterol levels and improving blood pressure.
The study conducted in collaboration with researchers from the University of Illinois and Mars, Incorporated found [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/new-study-lets-you-have-your-chocolate-cake-and-eat-it-too/</link>
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		<title>Plumbers Grant Wilson or Jason Hawes are no “Ghost Busters”</title>
		<description><![CDATA[To start with don&#8217;t compare plumbers Grant Wilson or Jason Hawes to Ghost Busters because they hate that.
For the stars of a hit show on the Sci-Fi channel, Ghost Hunters, names can be deceiving.? Hawes said, We arent walking around with hoovers strapped to our backs, and they have never been slimed either.
Wilson added, We [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/plumbers-grant-wilson-or-jason-hawes-are-no-%e2%80%9cghost-busters%e2%80%9d/</link>
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		<title>Commercial carpet spot cleaning</title>
		<description><![CDATA[The first step to removing a carpet spot is to determine what caused the spot or stain, in the first place. Most commercial and institutional carpet spots and stains are caused by spills. But cleaning professionals should find out if the substance causing the spot is a solid or a liquid because each case requires [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/commercial-carpet-spot-cleaning/</link>
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		<title>Product watch - Solar Birdbath Fountain</title>
		<description><![CDATA[This handsome birdbathis also a soothing fountain. Go green with this Solar Birdbath Fountain, which needs no wiring or plumbing. The sun does all the work, transforming this eye-catching birdbath into a bubbling spout of water.
The soothing sound of trickling water invites the birds and adds a relaxing atmosphere to your patio.
It&#8217;s easy to use, [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/product-watch-solar-birdbath-fountain/</link>
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		<title>Cleaner water through nanotechnology</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Coated silica particles filter out toxins, pathogens
Tiny particles of pure silica coated with an active material could be used to remove toxic chemicals, bacteria, viruses, and other hazardous materials from water much more effectively and at lower cost than conventional water purification methods, according to researchers writing in the current issue of the International Journal [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/cleaner-water-through-nanotechnology/</link>
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		<title>Choosing the Right Ceiling Fan</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Intro:
Selecting the right ceiling fan isn&#8217;t just about choosing the right color and style. There are some key factors that you must consider your decision in order to get the maximum efficiency and enjoyment from your fan.
Ceiling Fan Fundamentals
Fans do not actually lower room temperature, but instead circulate or ventilate air, which speeds up the [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/choosing-the-right-ceiling-fan/</link>
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		<title>Loosening nuts, bolts and screws</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Using the correct tool or combination of tools is the secret of getting things undone when doing home maintenance jobs. Brute strength is not usually the answer.
When trying to loosen a screw the screwdriver tip has to fit snugly in the slot or star. If it&#8217;s too small it will not properly grip and probably [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/loosening-nuts-bolts-and-screws/</link>
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		<title>Plumbing is a good career</title>
		<description><![CDATA[PLUMBING can be such a lucrative career path  even world sports champions are reluctant to give it up.
Mark Webster is the reigning BDO World Darts Champions and scooped a check for a whopping 85,000 with his sharpshooting from the oche earlier this month.
But he has no intention of downing tools and turning to the [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/plumbing-is-a-good-career/</link>
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		<title>Replacing the Wax Ring on Toilet, part 2</title>
		<description><![CDATA[So you have read part 1 and have decided to take on this repair yourself. Then let&#8217;s have at it!
UseNew Parts
You shouldplan on replacing all the parts that you loosen or remove during the replacement. So when shopping for a new wax ring, also buy a new water supply line and a new set of [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/replacing-the-wax-ring-on-toilet-part-2/</link>
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		<title>Replacing the Wax Ring on Toilet, part 1</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Signsthat you have aLeaking Seal
If you have Dampness or water puddling around the base ofthe toilet inyour bathroom. Or if water is leaking through and staining the ceiling below it is usually a sign that you have a leaking wax seal between the toilet and the drain. But before youreplace the wax ring, do make [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/replacing-the-wax-ring-on-toilet-part-1/</link>
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		<title>Well Basics</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Up to twentypercent of American households rely on private wells for their water. A well is made by reaching ground water in the water table. Ground water is stored naturally below the earth&#8217;s surface. Most ground water originates as rain or snow that seeps into the ground and collects.
There are three different well designs in [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/well-basics/</link>
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		<title>Revolutionary new p-trap replacement and drain management system</title>
		<description><![CDATA[A new revolutionary plumbing product PermaFLOW has been launched by PF WaterWorks, a Houston based consumer products company. It&#8217;s the first ever p-trap replacement and drain management system. Sanjay Ahuja, Vice President of PF WaterWorks, said, &#8220;PermaFLOW is a premium product with highly innovative features that not only replace the traditional p-trap, but provide continuous [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/revolutionary-new-p-trap-replacement-and-drain-management-system/</link>
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		<title>How to prevent pipes from freezing as cold approaches</title>
		<description><![CDATA[With winter settling in one must protect those pipes particularly if you head out on vacation. There are many things homeowners, renters and businesses can do to prevent having to make that distress call when the kitchen is flooding in the middle of the night.
It&#8217;s a pretty simple formula really, keep your thermostat on and [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/how-to-prevent-pipes-from-freezing-as-cold-approaches/</link>
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		<title>How to fix a &#8217;singing&#8217; shower</title>
		<description><![CDATA[It usually starts with remodeling a bathroom and installing a new shower stall. It works great except for a humming sound that will not stop unless the shower is turned off. It&#8217;s amazing how so many people can have the same problem and most of the time it&#8217;s a simple solution that most homeowners and [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/how-to-fix-a-singing-shower/</link>
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		<title>Plumbing Tips Parity</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Remember folks stereotypes hurt unless your a plumber!  Enjoy the video.
 
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		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/plumbing-tips-parity/</link>
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		<title>Dealing with installing different style toilets FAQ</title>
		<description><![CDATA[What is the difference between a 10&#8243;, 12&#8243; and 14&#8243; rough-in size toilets?
Difference in toilet rough-in size is the distance from the finished wall to the center of the sewer outlet back to the toilet. Here is some background. Historically prior to the mid 1930&#8217;s toilet tanks were hung on the wall. The 10&#8243; or [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/dealing-with-installing-different-style-toilets-faq/</link>
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		<title>Applying Solvent Cement Instructions</title>
		<description><![CDATA[This is the five step process for making a good solvent cement pipe joint and how long a joint needs to set before we can use it. Temperature, humidity and pipe size all effect setup and cure time. Using a joint before it is fully cured, will allow moisture into the joint which will weaken [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/applying-solvent-cement-instructions/</link>
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		<title>A Solvent Cement FAQ</title>
		<description><![CDATA[solvent cementing is very important tomaking leak proof joints. The better we understand these processes, the better job we will be able to do. Here are some answers to common questions about solvent cement:
How does solvent cement really work? 
The solvents in the cement penetrate the plastic surface and cause the plastic to swell. The [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/a-solvent-cement-faq/</link>
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		<title>Toilet Tank Maintenance</title>
		<description><![CDATA[By adjusting the toilet tank at least once a yearyou canprevent wasting water &#38;dealing withnoisy leaks.
In a typical tank, the float rising w/ the water level in the tank operates the inlet valve to shut off the water when it is full. When the flush handle is pushed, its linkage lifts the stopper off the [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/toilet-tank-maintenance/</link>
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		<title>Quick Tips on Clothes Dryer care</title>
		<description><![CDATA[To keep your clothes dryer looking and running well for many years requires a small amount of attention.

be careful in using laundry products not to spill them on the exterior of the dryer. Wipe up any spills at once. Most exteriors are painted (synthetic enamel) which can be damaged or removed by chlorine bleach, ammonia, [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/quick-tips-on-clothes-dryer-care/</link>
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		<title>Beverly Hills needs plumbers too</title>
		<description><![CDATA[If you live in Beverly Hills you may be visited by a plumber you didn&#8217;t even call.  Turns out the city has hired Rudder Ltd. to replace all the water meters in the village.
Rudders plumbers have to get inside each home, where they will turn off the water for a half hour or so [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/beverly-hills-needs-plumbers-too/</link>
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		<title>Today is Black Friday for plumbers too!</title>
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		<title>How to clean your shower head</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Are you losing water pressure due to the white buildup deposits on your shower head? Shower heads can become clogged by mineral deposits left by hard water. When this happens, the shower head often spits water out in different directions instead of spraying. If the shower head is severely clogged, you might only get a [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/how-to-clean-your-shower-head/</link>
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		<title>SteriPen (Traveler version) for Hikers and Travelers</title>
		<description><![CDATA[If you have ever traveled to a country witha questionable water supply or done some overnight backpacking a good water purifier comes in handy.Sized for travelers or hikers, the innovative SteriPEN uses UV light rays instead of chemicals to purify drinking water.
The Specs
Ultraviolet (UV-C) light rays safely sterilize clear water by destroying viruses, bacteria and [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/steripen-traveler-version-for-hikers-and-travelers/</link>
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		<title>November 19th is World Toilet Day</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Focus Is On Deadly Global Sanitation Crisis

The toilet may not be first on your list of celebratory causes. But every year, water and sanitation-related disease kills 1.8 million children  one child every 15 seconds. World Toilet Day, Monday November 19, raises awareness of the more than two billion people without access to basic sanitation [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/november-19th-is-world-toilet-day/</link>
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		<title>Thomas Crapper - Myth and Fact</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Thomas Crapper was a real person, his actual date of birth, was probably September 1836, since he was baptized the 28th of that month. Crapper did have a successful career in the plumbing industry in England from 1861 to 1904.
The date of Crappers death has also been a source of confusion for many years. For [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.plumberhelper.com/thomas-crapper-myth-and-fact/</link>
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		<title>Becoming a Plumber</title>
		<description><![CDATA[One thing I strongly believe in is don&#8217;t consider a career in anything unless you have a strong interest. Picking a career strictly because it&#8217;s steady or pays well is not a strong enough reason.
It takes a lot of work tobecome a professionalplumber.You start asan apprentice, you develop skills and gain experience during this time, [...]]]></description>
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