When the forecast suddenly drops into the teens, the old advice to “leave the faucets dripping” comes roaring back. It sounds ...

Winter weather can be tough on your home — especially your outdoor faucets. Recently, while clearing snow off my back deck, I ...

Is the constant drip-drip-drip of your faucet driving you up the wall? A dripping faucet isn’t just an annoyance; it can also waste gallons of water and cause extensive water damage. Luckily, you ...

Compare plans tailored to your home & budget. A leaky faucet may not seem like a plumbing emergency, but it can lead to shockingly high water bills. Paying a professional to repair it will cost around ...

Winter storm blasting ice and snow is on heels of polar vortex bringing bitter cold to MS. Should you drip faucets? How to ...

Despite their name, "washerless" faucets do have some washers in them. There are several common types: ball faucets (like those made by Delta), cartridge faucets (like those made by Moen), and ceramic ...

After 10 years in print journalism, Nick transitioned to the home improvement space. He has specialized in maintenance, mortgages, home warranties, moving, car shipping, home security and more for 7 ...

I received the following e-mail from an acquaintance that shall remain nameless: Knowing that when it comes to actually doing things around the house, I have no mechanical skills, would you suggest ...

“An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” ...

Q. We need to replace our dripping outdoor faucet. How much should that cost? A. On average, you’ll pay $150 to $300 to replace an outdoor faucet, also known as a spigot or hose bib. In many cases, ...

Owning a home can be a wonderful experience: you get to paint the walls whatever color you want and you can have a pet without having to ask for permission. But then there’s the less fun stuff, too, ...

Drip faucets in cold weather to prevent pipes from freezing. Pipes can start freezing at temperatures below 20ºF, but exposed or uninsulated pipes can freeze at higher temperatures. If pipes freeze, ...