Plumbing Repairs

What this certification means

Plumbing Repairs covers the fixture-and-supply work most states allow a handyman to perform. It proves you can swap faucets, toilets, valves, and traps without leaks — and that you know exactly where the licensed-plumber line sits.

What it covers

• Supply materials: copper, PEX, CPVC, galvanized, and how they connect
• Drain, waste, and vent basics — why traps and vents exist
• Shutoff valves: compression, quarter-turn, and replacing a stuck stop
• Faucet repair and replacement, kitchen and bath
• Toilet rebuild, wax ring replacement, and full toilet swap
• P-trap, tailpiece, and disposal replacement
• Supply line and angle-stop leaks — causes and permanent fixes
• Water heater basics: T&P valves, anode rods, and thermostat checks
• Clog clearing: plunger, auger, and when to hand it to a drain company
• Scope of work — permits, licensing limits, and when to refer out

Who this is for

Handymen who handle fixture swaps and leak calls. Not a substitute for a plumbing license.