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2. Tap (valve) - Wikipedia

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   Faucet is the most common term in the US, similar in use to "tap" in British English, e.g. "water faucet" (although the term "tap" is also used in the US).; Spigot is used by professionals in the trade (such as plumbers), and typically refers to an outdoor fixture.

3. Thermostatic mixing valve - Wikipedia

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   A thermostatic mixing valve (TMV) is a valve that blends hot water with cold water to ensure constant, safe shower and bath outlet temperatures to prevent scalding. The storage of water at high temperature removes one possible breeding ground for Legionella; the use of a thermostat, rather than a static mixing valve, provides increased safety ...

4. Backflow prevention device - Wikipedia

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   A backflow prevention device is used to protect potable water supplies from contamination or pollution due to backflow. In water distribution systems, water is normally maintained at a significant pressure to enable water to flow from the tap, shower, or other fixture. Water pressure may fail or be reduced when a water main bursts, pipes freeze ...

5. Old House Handyman: Rot and rust make plumbing a least ...

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   Alan D. Miller. August 10, 2024 at 3:02 AM. Plumbing stinks. And it’s rotten. Those are personal opinions based on years of experience. Of all old-house maintenance issues, those affecting ...

6. The 7 Best Kitchen Faucets of 2024, Tested and Reviewed - AOL

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   That said, there’s so much else to love about this faucet, like its classic design, ease of use, and durable make. Material: Brass | Number of Holes: 1 | Faucet Height: 7.1 inches | Spout Height ...

7. Plumbing - Wikipedia

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   Plumbing. A complex arrangement of rigid steel piping and stop valves regulate flow to various parts of the building, with an evident preference for right-angle pipe bends and orthogonal pipe routes. Plumbing is any system that conveys fluids for a wide range of applications.