A leaking water heater drain valve promotes mold and can even potential cause a flood. The most effective fix is usually to ...

I received two frantic phone calls in less than 12 hours several days ago. Both calls were about plumbing emergencies. The ...

A lake in northeast Story County has closed temporarily after losing more than a foot of water. Story County Conservation announced late last week that residents must keep off Dakins Lake until ...

If you find damaged hoses or valves, you can find replacement parts for most systems online or at a hardware store. To avoid an even bigger leak, turn the water off before removing damaged tubing ...

Many homeowners try to address plumbing issues on their own, but that isn’t always a good idea. “While it’s great that ...

I get it. But here’s the deal: it also costs you money. Most people wait until it’s the middle of the night, when the constant drip is unbearable, to call a plumber. That usually means paying ...

I give my column over to the Southern Nevada Water Authority for advice on how to combat hidden leaks. Special thanks to Tom Bradley Jr. at the SNWA’s public information office.

Cause 1: One of the most common causes of a refrigerator running too often (or worse, constantly) is a buildup of debris and ...

Due to the threat posed by ice, de-icing procedures are a key part of any flight when temperatures are low enough. Even if ...