Frigid conditions outside could be a costly inside your house. As temperatures continue to dwindle below freezing, pipes are at risk of freezing, which could translate to pricey repairs for homeowners ...

We all need running water in our homes for hot showers, cooking, drinking water and even for the everyday chores of using the dishwasher and washing machine. If you’re experiencing banging, pops or ...

Even if you haven't run your faucet in days, there's still a small amount of sitting water in your pipes. Water expands when it's frozen, which poses a danger to your pipes (which don't fluctuate in ...

Chauncey grew up on a farm in rural northern California. At 18 he ran away and saw the world with a backpack and a credit card, discovering that the true value of any point or mile is the experience ...

The first step to preventing blocked pipes is setting up your plumbing system correctly. Designate a clean water source and a polluted water destination. Use a liquid pump to feed clean water to ...

Protecting homes from icy temperatures is the goal for many Tennesseans this coming week as subzero wind chills head our direction. Rather than spending thousands of dollars to try and fix pipes that ...

With temperatures dropping, many homes are at risk for freezing pipes. This happens because water expands as it freezes, putting pressure on metal or plastic pipes and causing them to break. It's ...

After a frightfully cold spell, a return to milder temperatures can cause previously frozen pipes to burst. North-west England's water company United Utilities has warned people to check their pipes ...

If you ever encounter a loud banging noise in your shower, don't look behind the curtain. I had just finished renovating my bathroom, including installing new shower plumbing, a new tub, fresh ceramic ...