How to Change a Showerhead in 3 Easy Steps
Replacing your shower head is as simple as one, two, three.
How to Fix a Toilet Handle
If jiggling the handle doesn't solve the problem, one of these simple fixes probably will.
How to Install a New Bathroom Faucet in 8 Steps
Learn how to upgrade your bathroom faucet the DIY way. You can do this.
How to Repair a Garden Hose
Fix leaky garden hoses quickly and cheaply.
Winterize Your Irrigation System With This Handy $15 Device
Winterizing your irrigation system each fall can set you back some serious money if you pay a service to...
Stop Hiring Out These 10 Home Repairs
Every homeowner should know a trustworthy electrician, plumber and carpenter. But having them do small jobs can get expensive. Consider...
How to Replace a Kitchen Sink Basket Strainer
Replace a sink strainer—it’s easy!
How to Unclog Anything
Toilets aren’t the only clog-prone fixture homeowners have to deal with. Check out what else is susceptible to clogging—and how...
What to Do Within the First Year After Moving Into Your New Home
When you move into your new home, there are a number of cleaning tasks, basic projects and upgrades to consider....
Everything to Know About Sump Pump Battery Backups
A dead pump can lead to disaster. Here's how to avoid trouble
Prevent Frozen Pipes With Insulation and Warm Air
Rigid insulation is the key
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...
Avoid Frozen Sump Pump Pipes
What seemed like an easy, inexpensive project could have turned out to be a costly disaster.
Metal, Wood and More: Tools and Tips for All Kinds of Cuts
These will definitely get you out of a few jams.
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.
The 10 Most Common Plumbing Mistakes DIYers Make
Get the job done right the first time and save money on expensive repairs down the road.
How to Fix a Leaking Shutoff Valve
Fix a leaking shutoff valve and save yourself the cost of a visit from the plumber.
How to Connect Gas Pipe Lines
Use the correct fittings for a safe gas hook-up
How to Glue and Join PVC Plastic Pipe
The secrets to fast, leak-proof connections
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...
How to Clean and Unclog a Kitchen Sink Drain
With two simple tools — a plunger and a drain snake — you can clear 95 percent of your stopped-up...
How to Upgrade Your Shower in a Weekend
Get an impressive shower upgrade without breaking the bank or turning your basement into a jobsite.
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 Prevent Water Damage in the House
Water damage from frozen pipes, ruptured washer hoses, leaking supply lines and dripping water heaters costs billions every year. This...
How to Choose the Right Water Softener
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How Do I Know if I Have Frozen Pipes and How Can I Stop It?
Frozen pipes are a headache no one wants to deal with. Here's how to prevent and spot frozen pipes, as...
The Best Bathroom and Kitchen Sink Faucets
Choose a spectacular new faucet packed with features that make it harder working and last a lifetime.
Plumbing Valve Basics
Is one type better than the other?
