You probably don’t think much about the plumbing pipes that run through your home, except when they’re not working properly! Whether you’re hiring a professional plumber or trying your hand at some do-it-yourself plumbing, it’s important to understand the different types of piping available and which type of piping will...

A catch basin plays a crucial part in protecting your home or business. Without one, you could have standing water in your yard or parking lot, dramatically increasing your risk of indoor flooding issues. After all, standing water eventually needs somewhere to go. Without proper drainage, it may be forced...

Nothing is more disappointing than cutting a trip short because you need Wi-Fi connectivity. Maybe there is an emergency that demands your immediate attention. Maybe you simply wish you could truly work from anywhere instead of jumping between coffee shops and RV parks. In either case, having to move your...

You’ve seen them on public streets and sidewalks without thinking twice about their purpose. But those of us who have joined the world of pipelines see manhole coverings as the entranceways to public services that also keep the general public safe. A manhole is an opening to an enclosed space,...

Car camping is a great way to get out of the day-to-day routine without extensive traveling. Not to mention, you can take more gear with you as you’re not limited to what you can carry in a backpack. But it doesn’t mean you should just throw everything but the kitchen...

Whether you’ve just bought your first RV or rented one to test the waters, your introduction to RV camping is an exciting experience. Some maintenance aspects of your camping vehicle may be daunting, especially the concept of water holding tanks. It’s a part of camper living that most people like...

If you have an RV campground, you know that providing a facility for guests to dump their waste is a necessity. Whether you provide one dump station location or give each camping site its own receptacle, this is an important part of your infrastructure. However, building the perfect RV dump...

Mechanical test plugs are designed to be durable and hold tight during testing process. They come in a variety of shapes and sizes so that they can fit any pipe. They are also made of different materials, depending on their purpose.  Types of mechanical test plugs Some plugs may not work in your...