But while you may reuse copper pipe that's in good shape ... It can even break loose and damage faucet valves. "Once you get good at soldering, the length of the solder will be pretty close ...

The Ramona Municipal Water District has announced that the community’s water system does not contain lead after an inventory ...

Metals like copper and lead were commonly used ... Corrosion of metal pipes, plumbing fixtures and solder joints is prevented through the formation of a passivating layer inside the distribution ...

Fixing a leaky faucet, unclogging a drain ... For advanced techniques, consider learning to solder copper pipes and use press-fitting systems, expanding your skill set for larger tasks. Learning ...

The Village of Garden City welcomed several new restaurants in 2024. In the Franklin Avenue/Seventh Street corridor, the community saw the openings of Il Gufo at the former Walk Street location, ...

PITTSBURGH, PA (KDKA) - Every year it's good to check and maintain the pipes and faucets in your home. It can be tricky, but there are ways to make sure you don't run into any problems. Right now in ...

As parts of Texas brace for Winter Storm Cora, freezing temperatures threaten plumbing. Here's how to protect pipes during freeze warnings.

Keep the thermostat set to the same temperature both during the day and at night. By temporarily suspending the use of lower nighttime temperatures, you may incur a higher heating bill, but you can ...

When it comes to winter weather, one of the biggest headaches is dealing with frozen and burst pipes, but keeping waterlines from freezing is fairly simple.

Faucet covers should also be put on. Pipes exposed to "severe cold," including outdoor hose bibs, swimming pool supply lines, and water sprinkler lines. (If you have swimming pool or sprinkler ...

Homes & Gardens addressed the issue of when to drip your faucets to prevent pipes from freezing. Plumbing expert Jake Romano provided some advice to the magazine. "When the temperature falls below ...