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Resources, tips and techniques for plumbers that will help hone your craft and excel at your trade.

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Keen Utility’s New Work Boot is the Perfect Boot for Almost Everything

I worked in these boots and put them through usage scenarios to ensure they were up to the job.

There's nothing worse than not having hot water. We consulted expert plumbers and HVAC technicians to find the best water...

The TPR valve is a critical safety feature on water heater tanks. A leak could indicate high pressure or a...

Many households throughout the country have hard water. If yours is one of them, let our experts explain why and...

Learn about this plumbing pipe that's easy to cut and join, requires no special tools and no risky soldering.

A master plumber who owns her own business, Cannizzaro talks to Family Handyman about her journey and career.

Don't waste your money on a plumber. Instead try this inexpensive, easy-to-use Family Handyman Approved power drum auger.

If jiggling the handle doesn't solve the problem, one of these simple fixes probably will.

Fix leaky garden hoses quickly and cheaply.

Protect your hearing while you work with these noise-reducing headsets.

There's nothing quite like a home renovation that's firing on all cylinders. It's easy to get excited when your contractor...

A burst pipe is the last thing anyone wants to tackle. But there are some quick temporary fixes you can...

Choosing an unlicensed contractor comes with legal liabilities for the homeowner.

Consistent maintenance of your drain-cleaning equipment reduces effort on site and prolongs its useful lifespan.

These are great tips on how to solve many of the problems you're likely to encounter when working on your...

Property managers who need to solve home issues for hundreds of tenants can provide contractors with an endless stream of...

Learn how to become a plumber through a local apprenticeship or trade school program.

I've seen these same mistakes made over and over. The solution for every one is simple. Let me show you....

Thinking about purchasing a clawfoot tub? Read this first.