When temperatures dip below freezing, New England residents should brace for the possibility of pipes freezing in their homes. Here’s a quick guide on preventing that from happening and what to do if, ...

Heat tape or a built-in heating element helps protect against freezing, but misuse can cause pipe damage. Choose self-regulating heat tape or a hose heater that adjusts to outside temperature changes.

Understanding how to protect your plumbing during extreme cold temperatures can help save you from nightmare scenarios.

When the temperature drops, either suddenly or slowly over a matter of weeks, it can be very easy to overlook the biggest leak danger of your house: Frozen pipes. This is more likely to happen on ...