Plumbing a House (For Pros by Pros Series) by Peter Hemp

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Plumbing a House (For Pros by Pros Series)
by Peter Hemp

Paperback: 215 pages ; Dimensions (in inches): 0.54 x 10.06 x 7.88
Publisher: Taunton Pr; Reissue edition (November 2001)
ISBN: 1561583332

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From Booklist: This is more for people building a house than those remodeling one, but its no-nonsense, in-depth explanations and marvelously clear illustrations make it a worthwhile reference for anyone facing an expedition into the crazy world of domestic plumbing. Like any really good book, it broaches some controversy: Hemp apparently doesn't go along with the idea that fluoridated water is likely to bond with elements of polyvinyl chloride (PVC) pipes and pose a health risk. But he isn't going to tell you what to do, merely how to do whatever it is you want to do. He mentions the controversy, but he describes in some detail several kinds of pipes for every application. Showing keen appreciation of where real power in the construction universe lies, he notes that local governing bodies are the ultimate arbiters of plumbing morality, so check with them before proceeding. Creating your own plumbing system is a daunting task. Those who are game will want to have Hemp, or at least his book, at their side.

Book Description: Master plumber Peter Hemp explains in step-by-step sequence how to create (for both new and remodeled homes) plumbing systems that function efficiently and withstand the rigors of time. For both homeowners and professionals, he shows how to design, size, and install pipes using a variety of standard materials and tools. “No-nonsense, in-depth explanations and marvelously clear illustrations.” — Booklist

Customer Reviews
GREAT INFORMATION, August 21, 2002
Reviewer: BETH LANDRETH from APO, AE United States
THIS BOOK WAS GREAT. MY HUSBAND IS GOING TO PLUMB OUR NEW HOUSE COMPLETELY AND HE NOW HAS THE INFORMATION HE NEEDS. HE FOUND THIS TO BE VERY HELPFUL HIGHLY RECOMMENDED FOR THE NOVICE OR THE EXPERT

Plumbing a House a true Hands On Guide, October 3, 2001
Reviewer: Nels from Berkeley, CA United States
A friend recommended this book to me, and I can't thank him enough. This book has all the descriptions, charts and helpful "real plumber" tips you need to plumb your entire house or just a room or tub. Other self help books I have used miss the mark with only half the story. They leave out key info needed to actually do the job, and seem better suited as "coffee table books." This one delivers from A to Z, with everything in between, and can really be used to plan, start and finish the job. Contains lists of plumbing tools needed too.

Badly needs to be updated, January 4, 2001
Reviewer: Crystal W. Anderson from Swansboro, NC United States
I was very disappointed with this book because it really needs to be updated to include the latest, most common plumbing methods/materials such as the use of PEX tubing. The author does do a good job of explaining the whys and hows of working with the older stuff. But, almost noone uses old iron drain pipe any more and even the use of copper is becoming rare in residential construction. In my area of the country (Southeast), flexible PEX tubing for supply and PVC for waste is used almost exclusively. An update is needed.

On to Peter Hemp's next book..., August 1, 2000
Reviewer: Michael D. Longo from Derry, NH USA
I first read "Plumbing a house" on loan from the library. The book was so complete, I HAD to buy a copy as a permanent reference.

Today, I return to Amazon.com to purchase Peter Hemp's book on installing and fixing plumbing fixtures. If Peter's second book is half as helpful as "Plumbing a house", it will be well worth the money!

should have read it sooner, April 25, 2000
Reviewer: curtis boyle from United States
I wish I had read this book before the first remodel I attempted. I would of saved a lot of time by not learning the hard way. The book is full of practical details I haven't found in other books like how many layers of pipe tape to apply, how many threads on galvanized pipe to cut, tricks to copper sweat fitting when there is water in the line, what is the rule of thumb for the height of a sink drain. Peter being a plumber in Albany California where there is a variety of very old and new structures, I am sure he has run into all the possible problems with plumbing you can face and it shows in the book. Some experts in their field forget all the questions they had as a novice. Pete's book seems to cover all the "gotchas", the experts assume you know.

Plumbing a House, December 25, 1999
Reviewer: Billy T. Carnley from USA, Florida
I purchased this book and then had to purchase "Installing & Repairing Plumbing Fixtures" by the same author. Excellent book for anyone designing/building/remodeling a home. Great reference of plumbing "systems" including a chapter on fuel-gas and venting. Not to mention tools and materials references based upon use/test over time experiences. I'm in the process of designing/building a home and this book has been a great source for discussing/specifying materials and techniques to my builder.

There may be a better book, but I haven't seen it., October 27, 1999
Reviewer: Hoyt Raby (hoytraby@juno.com) from Tennessee
I have been a pipefitter for five years, and do plumbing on the side. My cousin is building a house so I got this book to help me on rough in and general guidence through the job. Man what a help. This book saved hours of time and energy for me. If there is a better book out there I want to see it. Thanks for the help.

fabulous, fantastic,a super concise treatise on plumbing., March 1, 1999
Reviewer: dick_wagner@yahoo.com from Albany, Ca.
I loved this book.My building inspector praised the job I did after reading Hemp's book!

Excellent book, March 23, 1998
Reviewer: A reader from Santa Clara, CA
The is a great book for the ambitious DIYer. This is the best book on a home building topic that I have read. The book details procedures, reasoning, tools, and materials. It desribes the use of readily available, up-to-date products. However, it also shows how to handle many situations arising from remodel work such as replacing parts or tapping onto existing equipment. The "built to last" focus emphases the importance of quality parts and workmanship The book has taken the mystery out of plumbing for me. It has enabled me to replumb a bathroom, replace waste lines, and install a gas line.

A valuable reference with helpful tables and sizing guides, August 27, 1997
Reviewer: john.cadella@snet.com from Connecticut
As a do-it-yourselfer, I found this book to be the best of 3 I took out on loan from the library, I used the tables and pictures in the book, to add a full bathroom on the second floor of my house. I felt so confident with the book, I bought my own copy for future reference

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