Saving Water

Tankless water heaters can save energy, but at a higher initial cost and they serve hot water one faucet at a time—so someone gets a cold…

Worn out water heaters leak, waste energy and can literally leave you cold. This article will show you how to install a new gas or electric…

You don't have to put up with the slow drip from a leaky faucet, nor with the growing stain it often leaves in the tub or shower. Fix it now and…

The vinyl tubing supplying water to the refrigerator water dispenser occasionally develops leaks. Learn how to diagnose and fix the problem…

This DIY rain barrel costs less than $100 and works just as well as the expensive one you can buy. Get complete how-to instructions and start…

Micro irrigation systems save water, time and energy, and can be customized to fit any garden. These above-ground systems can be installed…

Shutting off the house water supply to change a leaky shutoff valve can be a big inconvenience. Instead, just add a repair valve and leave the…

Learn the simple four-step strategy that solves 95 percent of toilet flush problems. Stop water from constantly running, give a wimpy flush a…

How to buy the best toilet for your home, including expert advice on features like flushing mechanisms, sizes, shapes, water saving efficiency,…

If you've tried a new flapper to fix your running toilet and it still runs don’t give up hope. Here's a fix that sure to work.

Nurture the land in your yard and protect the environment by channeling rain water and runoff from gutters into a rain garden planted with…

Don't panic when the washing machine starts leaking water all over the floor! You can usually fix the problem yourself within and hour or two at…

Stop that annoying drip in its tracks. Here's how to fix a leaky one-arm ball-type faucet in less than an hour and less than $20! We'll show you…

Fixing a running toilet is a lot easier than you might think. In this article, we'll show you how to identify and solve the problem. Don't be…

Fight back against toilets that don't flush. Learn the pros and cons of “gravity flush,” “pressure assist” and…

Water leaks from old galvanized steel water pipe are common at joints, especially when they're joined to copper. Use a dielectric coupling…

Sink sprayers can develop leaks just like any other water line, but they're trickier to spot. The solution usually involves replacing either the…

When hose connection vacuum breakers start to spray water, it's a sign they need replacing—and for that you'll need a metal drill…

A leaking frost-proof faucet can waste a lot of water, but fixes are simple, whether the problem is the faucet stem washer assembly, the vacuum…

Main water shutoff valves can become clogged with mineral deposits and grit, causing slow leaks. With the right materials and correct procedure,…