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Bathroom Remodeling Basics
There’s plenty to consider when tackling a bathroom remodel. Every small decision—from toilet choice to finish selection—can ... |
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Distributing Water throughout the House
Keeping up with the flow of things in and around your home's water system. |
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Dripping Faucet
Did you know that a hot water faucet leaking one drip per second wastes 200 gallons a year? Repairing leaky faucets will lower ... |
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Fixing Faucets
You can perform common repairs on household faucets with basic tools. |
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Hot Water Savings
Water heating typically accounts for 14 percent of your utility bill. Repairing leaky faucets, insulating the water heater ... |
 
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How to Defrost and Protect Pipes
Exposure to temperatures below 20 degrees can cause pipes to freeze and break. A few simple steps can help protect pipes from ... |
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How to Install a Below-Counter Water Filtration System
With a little planning and a handful of common tools, a system can be installed and working in no time. |
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How to Install and Use a Rain Barrel
A rain barrel is a water-efficient way of supplying your garden with a renewable source of water. |
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How to Repair a Dripping Outdoor Faucet
Outdoor faucets can develop leaks over time. Repairing or replacing the faulty parts will require a few standard tools. |
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How to Repair Broken Tile, Part Four
Cracked and broken bathroom tiles are easily removed and replaced. There may be water damage to the backing behind the tile, ... |
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How to Repair Broken Tile, Part One
Cracked and broken bathroom tiles are easily removed and replaced. There may be water damage to the backing behind the tile, ... |
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How to Repair Broken Tile, Part Three
Cracked and broken bathroom tiles are easily removed and replaced. There may be water damage to the backing behind the tile, ... |
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How to Repair Broken Tile, Part Two
Cracked and broken bathroom tiles are easily removed and replaced. There may be water damage to the backing behind the tile, ... |
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How to Replace a Frozen Outdoor Faucet with a Freeze-Proof One
Freeze-proof outdoor faucets are the best replacement option in areas prone to freezing and low temperatures. The project ... |
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How to Replace a Kitchen Faucet
Replace an existing single-handle faucet with a new model that matches your sink configuration. |
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How to Replace a Leaky Valve
A corroded shutoff valve can start to leak. Consider replacing the valve to save water and prevent water damage. |
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Leaky Faucets
Repair leaky faucets promptly; a leaky faucet wastes gallons of water in a short period. |
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Low Flow Heads
Installing low-flow shower heads and aerators in faucets can reduce your hot water consumption by half. |
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Low-Flow Aerators
Add low-flow aerators to threaded faucets in sinks. These inexpensive devices reduce flow rates while maintaining enough force ... |
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Low-Flow Shower
Install a low-flow shower head with a maximum flow rate of 2.5 gallons per minute or less. You'll cut your bathroom water use ... |
