It's easier than you'd think to learn how to repair drywall, do a patch job on holes of various sizes, and spackle walls to restore them to a smooth, flawless finish. The time required depends on ...

“While running water or increased heat may slightly increase your utility bills by a few dollars, it is far less expensive than the cost to repair a frozen pipe or the damage to your home if it ...

it's less expensive to run your faucet regularly than for you to repair a frozen or burst pipe." Before the temperature drops below 32 degrees, outdoor water spigots attached to homes should be ...

but the extra expense is nothing compared with a hefty repair bill. Here’s what to do: If you turn on a faucet and only a trickle comes out, you may well have a frozen pipe. “If you suspect ...

You can contact your water service provider to report frozen pipes or a frozen water meter, which is often located in the basement. Here are some steps you can take yourself to repair the issue ...

Haight said his department sees "a lot of fires" started when people try to use open flame to thaw frozen pipes. Instead, Haight suggests the following steps to prevent your pipes from freezing ...

Eliminate drafts in unheated areas: Insulate crawl spaces and basements, repair broken windows, and seal gaps to protect pipes. Wrap pipes and meters: Use insulation materials or heat tape on your ...

TRACK SIMS SAYS ITS BEST TO PREPARE NOW TO SAVE YOURSELF THE TIME AND HUNDREDS OF DOLLARS IT WOULD TAKE TO FIX BROKEN PIPES. SOT CHARLIE SIMS - ASSISTANT MANAGER REVELL ACE HARDWARE CLINTON 1:43 - ...

Frigid conditions outside could be a costly inside your house. As temperatures continue to dwindle below freezing, pipes are at risk of freezing, which could translate to pricey repairs for ...

JEFFERSON PARISH, La. (WGNO) — You will need to prepare for the incoming freezing temperatures protecting the four Ps: people, pets, pipes and plants. Now is the time to start. Roni Lavenia ...