I did an in-person inspection recently. A man purchased a 50-year-old home next to a ski resort. He and his family are avid ...

But when it comes to the basics, such as sealing a pipe thread, DIYers struggle to get the job done efficiently and even make a lot of mistakes while doing so. A common and costly mistake that many ...

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This pipe collar uses strips of compressed expandable graphite flake with a flexible binder to wrap around pipes and seal them off in case of fire. Pretty neat.

South Texas rarely experiences deep freezes, so not everyone knows when they should wrap their pipes or drip their faucets. And most of us don’t know the best way to drip our faucets to keep our ...

SHE SAYS THEY GO OVER OUTSIDE FAUCETS, AND THEY KEEP THOSE PIPES FROM GETTING TOO COLD AND FROZEN. SHE SAYS ANOTHER CHEAP, EASY FIX SEAL OFF DRAFTY WINDOWS AND DOORS. SHRINK WRAP FOR YOUR WINDOWS.

AND SEAL UP THOSE LEAKS. THEY SHOULD ALSO MAKE SURE THEY KNOW HOW TO SHUT OFF THE WATER TO THEIR HOME, AND WRAP ANY EXPOSED PIPES WITH INSULATION. IF TEMPERATURES STAY BELOW FREEZING, DES MOINES ...

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In these arctic conditions, freezing pipes are always a concern—especially in what’s arguably the most important room in the house: the bathroom. Here’s what you need to know about frozen ...

From burst pipes to foundation damage ... Cold weather can also affect the seals around windows and doors, as materials expand and contract. Cracked or damaged seals can allow drafts and moisture ...

They recommend covering your outside pipes with insulation, which could be as simple as a towel, to help make sure your pipes won’t burst. Foam covers are also a good option to cover outdoor ...