The key to thawing frozen pipes is consistent gentle heat. Use a space heater or hairdryer but never an open flame. When in doubt, call a plumber.

Water expands as it freezes, putting pressure on whatever contains it. Pipes that are more likely to freeze are those exposed to cold in uninsulated areas, including crawl spaces and attics, as well ...

To avoid an expensive mess, seasonal cottages and beach homes that remain empty in the offseason should be properly ...

All Bay Refrigeration, a refrigeration service provider based in Campbell, California, continues to deliver consistent service for co ...

Erie Water Works is in the process of a $72 million project to replace nearly 7,400 lead service lines. The project aims to protect public health by removing deteriorating pipes that could contaminate ...

BENICIA, Calif. -- The city of Benicia's drinking water line has experienced significant damage and and all residents are required to reduce their water use "immediately," the city said Wednesday ...

When hooking up a water line to a fridge ice maker or a door water supply, you want to use the correct materials to ensure the water flows well and everything is hooked up correctly with minimal ...

The Plum School District is working to replace a water pump that controls emergency sprinklers in its middle school after its pressure proved to be too low during routine testing. District ...

West Dundee trustees are reversing course on a plan to have residents pay part of the costs to replace lead water service lines. In a 5-1 vote this week, the trustees agreed to cover the full cost of ...

VICTOR, Idaho (KIFI) — The city of Victor's Public Works crews are actively working to repair a broken water line located at the bridge of Crystal and Main streets. As of 9:30 a.m, on Wednesday, crews ...

HOMESTEAD, Pa. — The Pennsylvania American Water Company is working on replacing around 250 lead lines in an Allegheny County community. The project is based in Homestead and began on Monday. PENNVEST ...

Duluth netted more than a quarter of available state funds in the latest round of projects — more than any other Minnesota city. A crew member with Hanco Utilities uses a concrete saw while cutting ...