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5 Top Myths About Septic Systems

There's a lot of misinformation out there about septic systems. Here's what you need to know.

Parts of Your Home Prone to the Most Winter Weather Damage

Knowing where your home is most vulnerable and taking precautions can save you thousands of...

What You Need to Know About Your Septic System’s Drainfield

Knowing how to care for and maintain your drainfield will keep your entire septic system...

How to Connect Gas Pipe Lines

Use the correct fittings for a safe gas hook-up

Family Handyman’s Vintage Projects and Tips From the ’60s

Family Handyman has always taken great pride in teaching readers to DIY through the use...

12 Things Your Plumber Doesn’t Want You To Know

A plumber isn't obliged to tell you it's an easy fix...

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...

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...

How to Upgrade Your Shower in a Weekend

Get an impressive shower upgrade without breaking the bank or turning your basement into a...

Expert Tips for an Easy Faucet Installation

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

The Toilet Plunger Has FINALLY Been Redesigned

But is it for the better?

This Is What People Used Before Toilet Paper Existed

Toilet paper is selling out everywhere, which leaves us wondering — what did people do...

Here’s Why Old Houses Have a Random Toilet in the Basement

Standalone toilets in the basement are an outdated concept. Why were they necessary in the...

Stuff We Love: Plumber’s Wrenches

It's fun to see basic tools reinvented. Here are three new school plumber's wrenches that...

5 Toilet Paper Alternatives That Will Definitely Clog Your Pipes — And 2 Things That Won’t

Running out of toilet paper? Make sure you don't make matters worse by flushing something...

PEX Supply Pipe: Everything You Need to Know

PEX piping is the biggest revolution since the flush toilet. Learn what it is and...

8 Best Bidet Toilet Seats for 2020

Bidets and bidet toilet seats are becoming more and more popular in the United States....

2020 Vision on Smart Toilets

Discover what a smart toilet can do for your health and lifestyle.

How to Prevent Water Damage in the House

Water damage from frozen pipes, ruptured washer hoses, leaking supply lines and dripping water heaters...

What Is a Water Softener and How Does It Work?

Depending on where you live and your water supply, investing in a water softener to...

Do it right, do it yourself!

10 Most Common Plumbing Code Violations DIYers Make

Violating code can also cause serious difficulties down the line if you try to sell...

5 Easy DIY Ways to Trick Out Your Toilet

Functionality and fun for your home’s most important feature.

How to Choose the Right Water Softener

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