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Plumbingaka: sillcockaka: outdoor faucetaka: spigotaka: bibb

Hose Bib

In Plain English

An outdoor spigot with a threaded end where you connect a garden hose.

Definition

An outdoor faucet with a threaded outlet designed for connecting garden hoses, typically mounted on an exterior wall. Hose bibs require backflow prevention to protect the potable water supply and are often specified as frost-free (anti-siphon) types in cold climates. The freeze-protected version has a long stem that holds the shutoff valve inside the heated building.

Example

The frost-free hose bib was installed 8 inches above grade with a 12-inch-long stem to keep the valve inside the heated wall.

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