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Hi huc0,

I'm Harvey the Master Plumber.

Your problem is: You need some instructions on how to install a sink in your new house

We could set up an on line chat right here at a convenient time for both of us. I can talk you through it. It would be helpfull if you had the ability to take pictures and up load them at that time so I can see what you've got. The only sink I don't recomend for homeowner installation is a pedistal sink. They are very difficult even for a plumber.

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Harvey your Master Plumber

Cleaning your Tub There are several options for cleaning the piping on a jetted bathtub. The reason you have a residue on the bathtub surface when you are done bathing is because there is bacteria built up in the plumbing of the jetted tub. In order to remove that and reduce the amount of "yucky stuff" coming into the tub when using it, we recommend a regular usage of a jet cleaning product about once every couple of months Here is a link at the bottom to the cleaning products I can find right now. There may be others out there that I am not aware of but I do know these products work well in all jetted bathtubs. US Parts Center Bath Parts Plus Bath Pump Spa Part Spa Accessories Powered by Network...

I think fitting of your shower is not proper. You have to fit it properly if you can or you can call a nearest Plumber to solve your problem.

Hi keithn60...

I had the same problem one time with my toilet tank, the answer is to put some silicone on the seal washer between the take and bowl assembly and to use a level on the tank to tighten it just enough to be level and not leak.
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The flapper that stops water from entering the bowl after flushing needs adjustment. The chain is probably to short.

If the flapper and all has been replaced. then it must be worn out where the flapper sits. or its not smooth.check to make sure it is smooth where the flapper closes, and make sure it closes fully when flushed. you might be better off with a new toilet, but thats up to you!

The roof vent for the toilets is shared. It is the pipe (on the roof) that lets water in the drain system. When clogged, it causes what you have. A garden hose placed in the roof vent (and turned on) may clear the blockage (could be leafs or pine straw or a dead bird). Needs to be cleared... I have used a plumbers snake with 100% success....but you may not have one...so the garden hose suggestion. Be careful on the roof.

I would say if you use heat use a heat gun. Better heat but be careful, they are much hotter than you think and you do not want to damage the finish.

Right now you are having to turn it on/off by using the circuit breaker or just unplugging the pump right? Is this a button you depress or an electric button like you would find on a microwave? If it is a button you depress to turn it on/off then the problem is most likely the air switch located in the motor under the skirt of the tub. If it is an electric button then it may be the control box under the tub that needs to be replaced. Rod US Parts Center 888-521-6183

You may have dirt getting into your water from the well and clogging the fill valves in your toilets. Valve assembly can be opened and cleaned out from the top. Instructions are available on AS website for your model. (Note) If you are picking up material from your well, a sediment filter should be added to your water line.

Usually seeping is from under the flapper. Replace flapper with one designed for that model. Avoid generic flappers.

Possible float adjustment is stripped. Replace float assembly. Or float is making contact with tank or flapper. Observe when flushing and turn assembly to operate freely position and tighten assembly nut under tank to secure.

Water is either running (1) into the overflow tube or (2) out to the toilet under the flapper at the bottom of the tank. If (1) lower the ball or float. Done differently depending on model. If (2) replace the flapper with new flapper designed for your model. (Note: Raise manually the float valve and if water still runs out the little tube that goes into the overflow tube then fill valve is defective. Replace it.)