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13 Tips for Winterizing Your House Plumbing

We all know that water expands when it freezes. That’s not a problem with the ice cubes in your freezer, but if that ice ...
“An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” ...
Frost-proof faucets are now required by the Minnesota State Plumbing Code, which says "A listed self-draining frost-proof hose bibb shall be used." ...
There's a relatively new outdoor faucet* made by Arrowhead Brass & Plumbing that seems to be taking over the market. This is pretty much the only non-frost-free faucet that I ever see installed in new ...
Q. I have an outdoor faucet that I use a lot to water plants and wash my cars. It leaks badly. I want to replace it with a freeze-proof faucet so I can use it year-round without worrying. Are those ...
With so many different types of outdoor faucets on the market, choosing the right one can be a challenge. Our top pick, the SharkBite 24632LF Multi-Turn Hose Bibb, is simple but affordable, with a ...