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70 How-Tos From Ed Del Grande

1. 61. How to Winterize a Water Heater

   

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   Learn how to prepare a home for the cold by winterizing the water heater and pressurizing the system.

   Time:

   2 hours

   Cost:

   $50 to $100

   Difficulty:

   Moderate

2. 62. How to Prevent a Leaking Basement

   

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   Learn how to eliminate common basement leaks and prevent them from reoccurring without wasting money or time.

   Time:

   Under Half Day

   Cost:

   $50 to $100

   Difficulty:

   Easy

3. 63. How to Install an Abatement Meter

   

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   Ed Del Grande explains why installing an abatement meter, used to monitor water flow that doesn't enter the sanitary system, is a good ...

   Time:

   Day

   Cost:

   $250 to $500

   Difficulty:

   Moderate to Hard

4. 64. How to Install a Water Filtration System

   

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   Use these step-by-step instructions to see how Ed Del Grande installs a water-filtration system throughout a house.

   Time:

   Day

   Cost:

   $1000 to $2500

   Difficulty:

   Hard

5. 65. How to Install an Outdoor Drinking Fountain

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   An outdoor drinking fountain is handy and is a unique feature for any backyard. Use these step-by-step instructions from Ed Del Grande ...

   Time:

   Under Half Day

   Cost:

   $500 to $1000

   Difficulty:

   Moderate

6. 66. How to Install a Yard Hydrant

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   Ed Del Grande, from Ed the Plumber, demonstrates how to install a hydrant in a backyard.

   Time:

   Day

   Cost:

   $50 to $100

   Difficulty:

   Moderate

7. 67. How to Install a Hot Tub and Rain Shower

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   Ed Del Grande gives step-by-step instructions on how to install a cool-off shower and automatic hot tub filler.

   Time:

   Under Half Day

   Cost:

   $50 to $100

   Difficulty:

   Moderate

8. 68. How to Install an Outdoor Shower

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   Ed Del Grande from Ed the Plumber, demonstrates how to install an outdoor shower complete with a solar water heater.

   Time:

   Under Half Day

   Cost:

   $50 to $100

   Difficulty:

   Moderate

9. 69. How to Replace a Shower Door

   

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   Installing a shower door can change the look of a bathroom. Follow these steps to easily replace a shower door.

   Time:

   Under Half Day

   Cost:

   $500 to $1000

   Difficulty:

   Moderate

10. 70. How to Install a Sink in an Antique Vanity

    

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    Ed Del Grande demonstrates the step-by-step installation of a sink in an antique vanity. Installing a sink as a DIY project can save th...

    Time:

    Day

    Cost:

    $1000 to $2500

    Difficulty:

    Moderate