Dave Nguyen
Reviewing plumber · Washington · 19 years in the field
Every entry below was reviewed against current WA code before publication.
Entries reviewed by Dave Nguyen 10 entries
Basement Flooding Prevention in Seattle: Causes and Fixes
Why Seattle basements flood and how to stop it — grading, drainage, sump pumps, and waterproofing explained. WA plumber reviewed with 19 years experience.
Burst Pipe Emergency Repair: What to Do Right Now
Exactly what to do when a pipe bursts — step by step emergency response to stop damage. WA plumber reviewed with 12 years experience.
Galvanized Pipe Replacement Cost: What to Expect and How to Plan
Medium · 2–5 days. What it costs to replace galvanized pipes in Seattle, copper vs. PEX options, and how to plan a repipe. WA plumber reviewed with 19 years experience.
Garbage Disposal Installation: Permit, Cost, and Process
Whether garbage disposal installation requires a permit in Seattle, what it costs, and how the process works. WA plumber reviewed with 12 years experience.
How to Increase Shower Water Pressure (And Why It Dropped)
Fix low shower pressure yourself or know when to call a plumber. WA-specific causes. Reviewed by a WA plumber with 19 years.
Pipe Lining vs. Replacement: How to Choose in Seattle
Pipe lining vs. pipe replacement for Seattle sewer laterals — cost, pros, cons, and how to decide. WA plumber reviewed with 12 years experience.
Root Intrusion in Sewer Lateral: Assessment and Repair Options
How to assess root intrusion in your sewer lateral and choose between clearing, lining, and replacement. WA plumber reviewed with 12 years experience.
Running Toilet Fill Valve: How to Fix or Replace It
How to diagnose and fix a running toilet caused by a fill valve problem. WA plumber reviewed with 12 years experience.
Water Heater Noise: Rumbling, Popping, Banging, and Hissing Explained
What each water heater noise means — sediment rumbling, popping, banging, hissing — and how to fix each one. WA plumber reviewed with 19 years experience.
Why Is My Shower Draining Slowly? Causes and Fixes
Why your shower drains slowly and how to fix it yourself. From hair clogs to gurgling sounds to deeper pipe issues. WA plumber reviewed with 19 years experience.