1 Feature Contents Green Notes Water-Saving Fixtures, Faucets, and Appliances.......204 Less Hot Water Equals Less Energy................... 258–259 Minimizing Pipe and Fitting Waste............................317 Reducing Storm Water Runoff . ...................................407 Solar and Geothermal Water Heating........................430 Reducing the Amount of Water Used for Irrigation...............................................................445 Staying Green.................................................................469 Improving Green Status through Remodeling..........500 Procedures Setting Up a Builder’s Level. ...........................................95 Reading Elevations with a Builder’s Level....................95 Aligning Pipe Using a Pipe Laser..................................98 Soldering Procedure. ............................................ 155–156 Brazing Procedure.........................................................158 Welding Procedure........................................................160 Sanitizing Wells. .............................................................188 Installing Storage-Type Water Heaters.............. 262–263 Tapping the Sanitary Sewer Main...............................300 Joining Copper Pipe......................................................330 Installing Cold Water Pipe.................................. 344–345 Installing Hot Water Pipe.............................................345 Joining PVC and CPVC Pipe.......................................351 Cutting and Joining PEX and Composites.................355 Installing a Lag Shield...................................................364 Completing Water Heater Installation.............. 373–374 Installing the Bowl........................................................384 Installing the Tank. ........................................................385 Installing a Saddle Valve...................................... 425–426 Removing the Toilet......................................................457 Cartridge Faucet Disassembly and Repair.................471 Rotating Ball Faucet Disassembly and Repair...........471 Disc Faucet Disassembly and Repair..........................472 Eccentric Faucet Disassembly and Repair. .................472 Reigniting a Pilot Light.................................................484 Replacing a Thermostat................................................485 Replacing Faucets..........................................................492 Replacing Lavatories, Sinks, and Bidets............ 492–493 Replacing Toilets. ...........................................................493 Workplace Skills Positive Attitude on the Job...........................................29 Being a Good Team Member.........................................67 Helping a New Team Member.....................................101 Decision Making and Problem Solving......................126 Nonverbal Communication.........................................143 Professional Behavior...................................................150 Teamwork.......................................................................172 Respecting Diversity.....................................................189 Constructive Criticism.................................................199 Being an Efficient Employee........................................215 Cell Phone Etiquette.....................................................252 Attitude on the Job........................................................268 Balancing Family and Work.........................................297 Staying Safety Conscious..............................................332 Negotiation.....................................................................363 Leadership......................................................................380 Aptitudes and Abilities.................................................400 Applying for a Job. .........................................................409 Preparing for a Job Interview. ......................................434 Evaluating Job Offers....................................................451 Budgeting.......................................................................458 Taking Care of Business. ...............................................480 Lifelong Learning..........................................................504 Entrepreneurship. ..........................................................513