This is a comprehensive guide to the plumbing system by the editors of Creative Homeowner. It complies with the latest plumbing codes (as of 2010) and includes step-by-step projects. Features over 800 full-color photos and illustrations and step-by-step projects.This is the green edition, using 10% recycled paper throughout.

The cover states 3rd updated edition, but the back of the title pages lists this as the Fifth edition. Includes index.

Projects, improvements, repairs. Working with water piping -- Working with waste and vent pipes -- Toilet repairs and installation -- Installing sinks and related equipment -- Faucet repairs -- Clearing drainpipes -- Repairing and installing tubs and showers -- Maintaining and installing water heaters -- Sump pumps, filters, and softeners -- Septic systems, wells, and lawn sprinklers -- Fundamentals. Plumbing basics -- Planning plumbing changes and additions -- Drains, vents, and traps.