Cold winter weather can lead to frozen, burst pipes that create an untold amount of damage in unprepared homes. These smart ...

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This expansion can crack pipes if there’s nowhere for the water to go, which is why experts recommend leaving faucets dripping during freezing temperatures. Drip both hot and cold water ...

W hen it comes to modern plumbing, two types of pipe dominate the conversation: CPVC pipes (Chlorinated Polyvinyl Chloride) ...

Learn more. When temperatures plummet, the risk of your pipes freezing and bursting skyrockets—a reality that may end up costing you a lot of time and money. In fact, burst pipes are one of the ...

Keeping your pipes insulated, disconnecting your garden hose, and dripping your faucets are the best way to keep your pipes from freezing in the first place.

In these arctic conditions, freezing pipes are always a concern—especially in what’s arguably the most important room in the house: the bathroom. Here’s what you need to know about frozen ...

Cold weather can wreak havoc on homes, leading to frozen pipes. They can crack, burst and cost homeowners hundreds to thousands of dollars to repair.