When to Turn Your Sprinklers On After Winter to Prevent Damage and Flooding

Turning on your sprinklers after the cold subsides seems simple enough. However, there is a science behind it. You want to ...
Contractor

How CPVC Pipe Leaks Happen — and How to Avoid Them

Plastics like CPVC deliver reliable, long-term, leak-free performance—as long as they have been installed and maintained ...

‘Frightening and unacceptable’: Fairfax Co. officials assure residents of safety after gas leak repaired

The remaining families forced to evacuate due to a gas leak and home explosion in Centerville, Virginia, will be able to ...

Root Problems: 3 Native Dallas Trees a Threat to Sewer Lines

Mexican sycamore, cedar elm species among riskiest trees for residential sewer damage We're seeing local sycamores and ...
IEEE

Adaptive Acoustic Leak Location of Long Buried Pipe via Transient Optimization Statistical Analysis

Abstract: Recently, nondestructive leak detection of buried pipes by acoustic approaches has attracted extensive attention from operating units. Although the practical cost of hydrophone is far lower ...

People are being warned to stop pouring this item down their sinks when its cold

Plumbers say the common habit could cause expensive damage to modern PVC pipes, particularly during cold weather ...

As Fort Worth Thaws Out, Home Sewer Breaks Increase

Drastic freeze-thaw temperature changes cause spike in Fort Worth sewer repair projects When freezes happen less often ...
At Home Hustle on MSN

5 everyday home habits that may be damaging your plumbing

Most homeowners never think twice about how they use their sinks, toilets, and drains. It's just part of the daily routine.Wake up, shower, cook, clean, repeat. Simple stuff, right?Well, here's the ...
13wham

Copper pipe theft led to leak of 'explosive' levels of natural gas at Henrietta home

The recent rulings made by Rochester City Court Judge Van White in cases of suspected domestic violence have caused outrage throughout the community. Date announced for Rochester's annual Pride Parade ...
Forbes

Does Homeowners Insurance Cover Water Damage From Rain Or A Leak?

You might be using an unsupported or outdated browser. To get the best possible experience please use the latest version of Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Microsoft Edge ...
Marine Link

Keppel Joint Venture Results In Australia Yard Opening

In a joint venture between the Keppel Group of Singapore and the Maritime Engineering Group of Australia, the Keppel Cairncross Shipyard Ltd. (Keppel Cairncross) recently opened in Brisbane, ...