The director of Illinois Public Interest Research Group says regulators should make it clear that it won't approve rates ...

One day a copper pipe is leaking, and then, it stops. Sorry, it’s not a miracle, it’s science. And unfortunately, that pinhole leak was a warning.

Understanding why pipes burst starts with looking at water at a molecular level. When water freezes molecules spread apart, causing the water to expand by up to 9%. This expansion can crack pipes ...

However, if your plumbing is old and the leaks are widespread, a complete repipe job might be more cost-effective in the long run. Many homeowners switch to PEX for pipe replacement, which is more ...

Mixing vintage pop music with images of white picket fence americana ... An older kid had accidentally ignited a homemade pipe bomb and injured his foot. “[It] was hanging by tendons in a pool of ...

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 ...

HOUSTON — Pipes break during wintry weather because the water freezes and expands inside them, similar to what happens when you put a bottle of water or a can of soda in the freezer. Frozen ...

Here's what you can do if your pipes are frozen, and how to prevent it from happening again if your temperatures will drop below freezing again Wednesday night. The American Red Cross offered ...

How cold does it have to be for pipes to freeze? Water in pipes will start to form ice at 32 degrees Fahrenheit (0 degrees Celsius). How do you know if your pipes are frozen? If you turn on a ...

Frozen pipes are one of them. Homeowners are responsible for protecting theirs, along with the meters. New York City officials explain how to prevent your pipes from bursting. Open a faucet near ...

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) With below zero temperatures it’s pretty common to see frozen pipes this time of year. Aside from letting your faucets drip, Brandon Barnette with Blue Dot says there are a ...

While there are many methods to prevent water pipes from freezing initially, there are a few key steps to take once they have already frozen. The biggest concern when dealing with frozen pipes is ...