As temperatures rise, reports of burst pipes and failing water heaters are increasing across North Texas. Crews urge caution as cold returns overnight.

With extended periods of freezing temperatures expected across the Commonwealth, plumbing systems are at high risk — and ...

Heat tape or a built-in heating element helps protect against freezing, but misuse can cause pipe damage. Choose self-regulating heat tape or a hose heater that adjusts to outside temperature changes.

MAYBE ON THE EXTREME NORTH SHORE, A TINY BIT OF SLEET OR FREEZING DRIZZLE. BUT LET’S GET RIGHT TO WDSU FIRST WARNING RADAR, ...

What Causes Sink Drain Odors? Sinks are designed to almost never smell. There's a P-trap in the drain that is supposed to provide consistent flow of water that keeps odors from occurring. According to ...

Apply heat to the section of pipe using an electric heating pad wrapped around the pipe, an electric hair dryer, a portable ...

Plumbers say homeowners can avoid costly water damage during freezing temperatures by taking several preventive measures.

Regularly draining your water heater removes sediment, prevents rust, and keeps your hot water efficient, safe, and reliable ...

Water heaters do exactly what they say they will – heat water for use in our homes. But, in order to keep them working, we should be draining them. Here's what a professional plumber has to say about ...

WRIGHTWOOD, Calif. (KABC) -- The boil water notice in Wrightwood was lifted Sunday as crews continue to assess the damage left behind by the Christmas week storm. According to the Golden State Water ...

Draining your home's water heater is an important but often overlooked maintenance task that can extend its lifespan and improve hot water quality. Minerals and sediment from your water supply ...

One key task homeowners often overlook is draining and flushing the water heater. This process is relatively straightforward, but it's essential to the ongoing functionality of the appliance.