Q: I’ve noticed two things about my lawn. First, there’s an area that is really green and much taller than the surrounding grass; and second, this same area is very soft. I know something is wrong, ...

Easy pipe fixing can save you time, money, and stress when dealing with leaks or damages. With a few basic tools and some simple techniques, you can repair most household pipes without calling a ...

An electrical contractor in Minnesota is suing PVC pipe makers over what he alleges is price fixing, and is seeking to make the case a class action lawsuit. George Bavolak of Minneapolis owned ...

Becca Lewis is home maintenance writer who aims to foster confidence in and inspire DIY enthusiasts at all skill levels. Becca attended Southern Connecticut State University, where she studied ...

A relatively inexpensive method for replacing aging water pipelines across the nation may come with health risks, a USA TODAY investigation has found. Known as cured-in-place pipe lining, or CIPP, the ...

Fixing underground water pipes usually means digging up roads and sidewalks — a process that's disruptive and expensive. However, researchers at the University of Sheffield in the U.K. are working on ...

In the landscape of modern home maintenance, "intentional presence" in the kitchen can save you thousands of dollars. While ...