If your sink drain shows signs of wear and rust, it’s time for a replacement. The good news? With patience and the right tools, you can tackle this job yourself. So prepare to roll up your sleeves and give your sink a new lease on life! Tools & Materials...
Drip, drip, drip. A leaking shower head is more than a nuisance. It could spike your water bill — all those little drips add up! — and provide a permanent moist environment for mold and mildew. Fortunately, fixing this problem is usually straightforward — no plumber...
Pipe corrosion is one of the most costly problems homeowners face. It occurs when metal pipes deteriorate as they come into contact with water, air, or other substances. The pipe’s protective layer wears away, leaving the metal vulnerable to damage and decay....
Few things are as frustrating — or urgent — as a toilet that won’t flush. Depending on the “business” you just transacted, the toilet may be unusable until the problem is solved. Let’s hope your house has a second or third commode (and not the...
“A man’s got to know his limitations.” Inspector Callahan could just as easily have been referring to the over-enthusiastic DIYer who bites off more than he can chew. DIY door repairs gone wrong mean, at worst, a door that won’t close all the...
You know when it’s time to replace the old jalopy. It dies on the freeway, almost on schedule, once a month. It spends more time in the shop than on your driveway. Its weatherstripping turns to dust. By the same token, your plumbing lets you know when it’s...
