Offers advice for renovation projects throughout the house, covering such topics as finding a worthy contractor, avoiding costly mistakes, and understanding building codes.

Be your own plumber, save money, and add value to your home. Includes over 800 photos illustrating each step-by-step process, detailed diagrams of plumbing systems, and instructions on fixing plumbing issues from leaky faucets to soldering copper tubing. Also includes information on environmentally conscious solutions and installing new plumbing fixtures.