Plumbing With PEX Tubing
PEX tubing is an easy-to-install alternative to copper pipe. Long used in radiant heating systems, flexible PEX tubing is perfect for water supply lines because it’s easy to run through walls and floors and simple to work with.
PEX Plumbing Pipe: Everything You Need to Know
PEX piping is the biggest revolution since the flush toilet. Learn what it is and everything in between with this...
Tips for Soldering Copper Pipe
Intimidated by the thought of soldering copper pipe? We've got a collection of pro tips to help out at every...
How To Use Pipe Dope to Prevent Plumbing Leaks
Wondering if you should use pipe dope on your plumbing projects? We explain what it is and when to apply...
Water Pipes Making a Banging Noise? Here’s How to Fix It
The best cure for banging water pipes is a water hammer arrester with a lubricated internal piston. The sealed piston...
What Exactly Is a Bioswale?
You've likely already seen these planted ditches on the side of the road. Here's how they work.
10 Apartment Repairs and Maintenance You Can Do Yourself
Unless the lease says otherwise, landlords are responsible for repairs to rental units. Some small jobs, though, are easy enough...
Why Does Letting Your Faucet Drip Prevent Pipes from Freezing?
A slow faucet drip keeps water flowing to prevent pipes from freezing and bursting. In extreme cold, it may require...
A Guide To Pipe Fittings and How To Use Them
If you're doing a plumbing installation or repair, you'll need to buy pipe and pipe fittings. Here's some help figuring...
Cobra Tools Pistol-Grip Power Drum Auger: How To Use, Pros, Cons & Where to Buy
Don't waste your money on a plumber. Instead try this inexpensive, easy-to-use Family Handyman Approved power drum auger.
How to Install a New Bathroom Faucet in 8 Steps
Learn how to upgrade your bathroom faucet the DIY way. You can do this.
Better Plumbing: Easy, No-Leak Connections
Use pipe thread sealant on plastic, rubber or metal, on washers, rings or gaskets, and especially, on anything that has...
Why Old Homes Have Small Galvanized Pipes Sticking Out of the Ground
The galvanized pipes can cause environmental damage, so it's best to identify them as soon as possible!
Copper Pipe Types
The pros and cons of thicker and thinner copper pipe.
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...
How to Install a Touchless Faucet
Faucet installation made easy.
How to Install a New Bathroom Vanity and Sink
A fresh new look for your bathroom.
How to Safely Thaw and Prevent Frozen Pipes
Here are a few low-cost DIY ways to thaw a frozen pipe and prevent them from freezing in the first...
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...
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 Repair a Leaking Copper Pipe
5 simple steps to repair a leak
How to Join Dissimilar Pipes
Avoid leaks and corrosion at pipe transitions
Winter Checklist: 27 Things Every Homeowner Should Get Done Right Now
You’ll definitely regret not checking these items off of your to-do list BEFORE winter arrives.
How to Make Patio PVC Pipe Furniture
Where to find parts and plans for making DIY PVC furniture.
The 55 Most Brilliant PVC Hacks You’ve Ever Seen
What can’t you do with PVC pipe? Here are 56 incredibly smart (and cheap!) ways to use this do-it-all material...
This is the Best Way to Cut PVC Pipe
Unless you have three hands, you're going to want to check out this tip.
How to Connect a PVC Pipe to ABS Pipe
This is the best way to connect these two types of pipes
Why Plastic PEX Fittings are Just as Good (If Not Better) Than Metal
If you’re concerned about using plastic fittings instead of metal for PEX, worry no more. Professional plumbers are buying three...
PVC Hacks for the Workshop
Transform scrap pieces of PVC pipe into storage sites for dowels and fasteners, courtesy of “tipfull” reader Al Miller.
Preventive Pipe Maintenance Beats Clog-Busting
A little forward planning saves big headaches later on.
