Master the basics of house drainage with a trusted older manual that guides practical design and construction.
This edition distills long‑standing sanitary principles into clear guidance for planning, building, and maintaining drain systems that connect homes to sewers. It covers essential topics from venting and traps to piping, flushing, and legal considerations, all aimed at preventing sewer gas, leaks, and other common problems.
- Understand how to plan and arrange drains for various house types and layouts.
- Learn about ventilation, traps, and jointing to prevent odors and blockages.
- Discover methods for flushing, cleaning, and maintaining drainage to keep systems working smoothly.
- Explore the relationship between house drainage and public health laws and by‑laws of the era.
Ideal for readers of historical sanitation practices, building professionals, and anyone curious about the roots of modern household drainage.