Yes, a Styrofoam cup can help protect an outdoor spigot from freezing by acting as a simple insulator and blocking wind.

Mann suggests wrapping the pipes with insulation to help keep them warm. Close shut-off valves to lines heading outside. If ...

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

Burst pipes are the leading cause of property damage from winter weather. Here's how to prevent them.

Stains on your walls or ceiling. Look very carefully, perhaps with a bright flashlight, for any discoloration from the normal paint. The beginning of a leak won't always show up as falling sheet rock ...

Toothpaste, soap, food splatters, and dirt can dull your faucets and make them look grimy. If a crusty white buildup remains after cleaning your faucet, that’s calcium buildup. Hard water causes these ...

You’ll have every corner of your house spick-and-span in no time by following these seriously smart house cleaning hacks. You won’t believe what everyday items can do!