A massive drain pipe failure at Bridge Street and Mitchell Avenue in Oroville has led to significant flooding, and emergency ...
Cold winter weather can lead to frozen, burst pipes that create an untold amount of damage in unprepared homes. These smart ...
Most contain a saddle valve (which doesn’t meet plumbing code in some regions), and some contain plastic tubing (which can ...
Understanding why pipes burst starts with looking at water at a molecular level. When water freezes molecules spread apart, causing the water to expand by up to 9%. This expansion can crack pipes ...
These genius pipe cozies could save you lots of money and headaches this winter.
Several Kentucky cities are watching water lines as they thaw and leaked, causing water issues following the latest round of winter weather.
How cold does it have to be for pipes to freeze? Water in pipes will start to form ice at 32 degrees Fahrenheit (0 degrees Celsius). How do you know if your pipes are frozen? If you turn on a ...
Frozen water pipes can lead to costly plumbing repairs for Central Indiana homeowners and businesses. Nobody wants to deal with a burst pipe in subzero weather. The best way to handle frozen pipes ...
HOUSTON — Pipes break during wintry weather because the water freezes and expands inside them, similar to what happens when you put a bottle of water or a can of soda in the freezer. Frozen ...
While there are many methods to prevent water pipes from freezing initially, there are a few key steps to take once they have already frozen. The biggest concern when dealing with frozen pipes is ...
The biggest reminder, if you don’t know where your water shut off supply valve is you should locate it immediately to prevent a flood. And if your pipes do freeze? “Turn on faucets to open the ...