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    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.

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    1951 Family Handyman Feature: Be Your Own Plumber

    In honor of Family Handyman's 70th anniversary, we're sharing some throwbacks. Check out these DIY plumbing tips.
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    Expert Tips for an Easy Faucet Installation

    We caught up with Joe Barnes, a second-generation master plumber with more than 30 years...

    Stop Plumbing Leaks With Ball-Type Shutoff Valves

    Choose ball-type valves when replacing toilet or sink shutoff valves
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    How to Replace a Shutoff Valve

    Stop under-sink leaks with this 30-minute fix.

    Fixing a Water-Shutoff Valve Leak

    Solution to a leak around the water valve shut-off handle

    Why You Should Freeze Pipes on Purpose

    Most homeowners are concerned with how to keep pipes from freezing during the winter. But consider...