Plumbing

Common Problems With Tankless Water Heaters

On-demand water heaters (also known as tankless water heaters) are more efficient than standard...

Comparing Types Of Water Heaters

Alex Seleznev, a service department worker for Sandri Oil in Greenfield, MA, has some tips...

Replacing A Tub Or Shower? What To Spend On & What To Save On

It may seem counter-intuitive, but the biggest item in your bathroom remodel need not be the...

Why Lowering Your Heat Could Damage Your House

There's no question that lowering your thermostat in winter is a good way to save money on...

Preventing Frozen Pipes (and What To Do If Your Pipes Are Frozen)

How Cold Does it Have to Be for Pipes to Freeze? In early December, the temperature in...

If It's Yellow Let It Mellow: The Great Debate

The topic of letting urine sit in the toilet until a number two comes along (known widely by...

Septic Tanks: How To Maintain Them

The Commonwealth of Virginia advises homeowners to routinely have their septic tanks pumped...

Drainboard Kitchen Sink: Is One Right For You?

In the days before dishwashers, homemakers fashioned their own drainboards for drying dishes...