Avoid an emergency call to a professional with an easy and inexpensive repair—no soldering required.

We combined wood boards with galvanized steel pipes to make this twin bed. It's a match made in heaven, with a different type of build requiring very little tools except your hands to screw the pipes ...

Dear James: I plan to add a new bathroom, and some old plumbing should also be replaced. I’m not comfortable using a torch and solder, so would plastic plumbing be good? — Laura W. Dear Laura: ...

Is your home's plumbing ready for frigid winter air? HGTV's Mike Holmes warns to check this easily missed area if you want ...

Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...

“An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” ...

We all need running water in our homes for hot showers, cooking, drinking water and even for the everyday chores of using the dishwasher and washing machine. If you’re experiencing banging, pops or ...