House and Components
A house is much more than just a collection of rooms. Here’s everything that goes into making your house a home.
What to Do Within the First Year After Moving Into Your New Home
When you move into your new home, there are a number of cleaning tasks, basic projects and upgrades to consider. Here's a comprehensive guide to point you in the right direction.
Prevent Frozen Pipes With Insulation and Warm Air
Rigid insulation is the key
15 Things You Should Do When You Find a Burst Pipe
A burst pipe is the last thing anyone wants to tackle. But there are some quick temporary fixes you can...
Avoid Frozen Sump Pump Pipes
What seemed like an easy, inexpensive project could have turned out to be a costly disaster.
How to Install a Battery-Powered Touchless Faucet
Touchless faucet installation made easy.
How to Upgrade Your Bathroom Vanity
A fresh new look for your bathroom.
The 10 Most Common Plumbing Mistakes DIYers Make
You can fix most household plumbing repairs and even update plumbing fixtures with just a few special tools and a...
How to Connect Gas Pipe Lines
Use the correct fittings for a safe gas hook-up
DIY Water Heater Testing and Repair
A one-hour DIY repair that will save you the cost of calling the plumber
How to Glue and Join PVC Plastic Pipe
The secrets to fast, leak-proof connections
How to Repair a Broken Pipe in Your Home
A quick and easy, no-soldering fix for your burst pipe.
Signs of Frozen Pipes (And How to Unfreeze Them)
As temps drop, your risk of a frozen pipe increases. Read on for all you need to know about preventing...
Your Guide to Winterizing Everything
From cars, boats and lawn mowers to pools, gutters and grills. Here's how to winterize everything around your home.
How to Fix a Water Heater Pilot Light
Replacing the thermocouple usually does the trick.
How to Flush a Water Heater
Extend the life of your water heater: Learn how to drain water heater fluid and get your water heater running...
How to Upgrade Your Shower in a Weekend
Get an impressive shower upgrade without breaking the bank or turning your basement into a jobsite.
Expert Tips for an Easy Faucet Installation
We caught up with Joe Barnes, a second-generation master plumber with more than 30 years of experience, to tackle...
How to Prevent Water Damage in the House
Water damage from frozen pipes, ruptured washer hoses, leaking supply lines and dripping water heaters costs billions every year. This...
How to Extend Your Water Heater’s Lifespan
A little preventive maintenance keeps the hot water flowing and extends your water heater's lifespan.
How to Choose the Right Water Softener
How to Choose a Water Softener How to Size a Water Softener
How Do I Know if I Have Frozen Pipes and How Can I Stop It?
Frozen pipes are a headache no one wants to deal with. Here's how to prevent and spot frozen pipes, as...
The Best Bathroom and Kitchen Sink Faucets
Choose a spectacular new faucet packed with features that make it harder working and last a lifetime.
Water Heater Venting Fixes
Use a reducer to solve a water heater vent size problem
How to Regulate the Hot Water Heater
Install temperature regulating valves without tearing up the bathtub wall
Water Heater Installation
Replace it yourself and save hundreds of dollars!
Fix a Water Softener
Try these three solutions when your water softener begins to fail
How to Install a Power-Vented Water Heater
Power vents simplify a gas hot water heater installation
DIY Water Heater Installation
When your water heater begins to leak, you have to install a new one fast.
How to Plumb a Water Softener
Branch off cold water lines to outdoor faucets before running the cold water through the water softening system.
Replace a Water Softener Resin Bed
Do it yourself and save the $150 service fee