Tankless Water Heater Guide
Tankless water heaters take up much less space than storage water heaters as they heat the water directly. Discover why one of them is best for your home.
How to Unclog a Toilet with Hot Water When You’re In a Bind
Before you reach for that bottle of caustic chemicals, try this foolproof method for unclogging a toilet with hot water.
Prevent Water Damage While You Are Away
Water damage from frozen pipes, ruptured washer hoses, leaking supply lines and dripping water heaters costs billions every year. This...
The Secret to Unclogging a Toilet With Dish Soap
Harness the power of ordinary dish soap to unclog a toilet.
How to Glue and Join PVC Plastic Pipe
A Family Handyman expert shows how to glue PVC joints for a quick, leak-free seal.
Why the Day After Thanksgiving Is an Annual Plumbing Crisis
Don't let stubborn clogs ruin your holiday.
Best Water Heater Brands, According to Plumbers and HVAC Techs
There's nothing worse than not having hot water. We consulted expert plumbers and HVAC technicians to find the best water...
9 Handy Plumbing Tips and Tricks
Here are nine of our favorite simple tricks and tips to save you plumbing headaches around the house.
Is Your Water Heater’s TPR Valve Leaking? Here’s What to Do
The TPR valve is a critical safety feature on water heater tanks. A leak could indicate high pressure or a...
Toilet Won’t Flush? These Are the Most Likely Reasons and How to Fix It
The toilet is arguably the most important fixture in any home. Failure to flush can be a nuisance, but fortunately,...
Why You Should Be Using Oil in Your Floor Drains
Keep water seal in your floor drains from drying out with a thin layer of cooking oil. It'll keep foul...
How Does a Water Softener Work? All Your Questions, Answered
Many households throughout the country have hard water. If yours is one of them, let our experts explain why and...
Can You Put Coffee Grounds Down a Garbage Disposal?
Wondering if you can put coffee grounds down your garbage disposal? We've got you covered.
What Is CPVC Pipe? Here’s Everything to Know
Learn about this plumbing pipe that's easy to cut and join, requires no special tools and no risky soldering.
How Do You Stop Condensation on Water Pipes?
Whether you call it pipe condensation or sweating pipes, it's a bigger problem than you might think. Here our experts...
How to Use a Garbage Disposal Reset Button
Learn how the red reset button on garbage disposals helps prevent overloading and overheating when your unit malfunctions.
What Are Water Hammer Arrestors?
Silence your noisy, rattling water pipes by installing a water hammer arrestor.
A Guide to Plumbing With PEX Tubing
PEX tubing is an easy-to-install alternative to copper pipe. Long used in radiant heating systems, flexible PEX tubing is perfect...
PEX Plumbing Pipe: Everything You Need to Know
PEX piping is the biggest revolution since the flush toilet. Learn what it is and everything in between with this...
Tips for Soldering Copper Pipe
Intimidated by the thought of soldering copper pipe? We've got a collection of pro tips to help out at every...
How To Use Pipe Dope to Prevent Plumbing Leaks
Wondering if you should use pipe dope on your plumbing projects? We explain what it is and when to apply...
A Day in the Life: Jessie Cannizzaro
A master plumber who owns her own business, Cannizzaro talks to Family Handyman about her journey and career.
Water Pipes Making a Banging Noise? Here’s How to Fix It
The best cure for banging water pipes is a water hammer arrester with a lubricated internal piston. The sealed piston...
ABS vs. PVC: Which Pipes Are Better?
Follow our expert advice for choosing between ABS and PVC drainpipe. You have to consider your local plumbing codes, material...
What Exactly Is a Bioswale?
You've likely already seen these planted ditches on the side of the road. Here's how they work.
Best Pro Tips for Old Plumbing Maintenance
Old plumbing can function just fine with some attention and TLC. Pro plumber Jessie Cannizzaro shares tips on care and...
Finish Dishes in Minutes with an Easy-to-Install Motorized Glass Rinser
Sick of spending hours slumped over the sink? No need to stuff your hands into narrow glasses—this bar glass rinser...
The 7 Best Garbage Disposals to Eliminate Food Waste
Say goodbye to smelly sinks and full trash cans!
How to Build a Wood-Fired Hot Tub
With this DIY hot tub, you can enjoy a relaxing soak right in your own backyard — without electricity.
This Water Sensor Alarm Prevents Flooded Basements (and It’s on Sale)
If you're already investing in your basement with air purifiers and dehumidifiers, don't sleep on the Basement Watchdog...
10 Apartment Repairs and Maintenance You Can Do Yourself
Unless the lease says otherwise, landlords are responsible for repairs to rental units. Some small jobs, though, are easy enough...
