A few years ago, an old-fashioned handyman told me of a specific task he did for a couple each spring. Both husband and wife were so mechanically challenged that they'd hire him to change their light ...

When it comes to the energy efficiency and value of our homes, we sometimes forget about plumbing — and how crucial it is to both conservation and curb appeal. Paying attention to leaky, outdated and ...

Is the constant drip-drip-drip of your faucet driving you up the wall? A dripping faucet isn’t just an annoyance; it can also waste gallons of water and cause extensive water damage. Luckily, you ...

Locate the cold and hot water shutoff valves below the sink, which are usually connected to the water supply lines. Once you have identified them, turn off the valves. If your leaky faucet does not ...

According to a recent Bankrate study, hidden homeownership costs now amount to an average of over $21,000 yearly. Over $8,800 of this goes toward upkeep and repairs alone, which typically includes ...

When Pat Brooks needed a hallway light replaced, she called the Smithtown Senior Center, and within days help arrived. “I didn’t want to get up on a ladder,” said Brooks, 90, who has needed assistance ...

SPOKANE, Wash. -- If you've been thinking about fixing that leaky faucet, now is a good time to get out the toolbox! Starting March 17, Spokane is participating in the Environmental Protection ...