Outdoor faucets come in a variety of types, ranging from classic spigots to modern frost-free models that can function through the winter to anti-siphon models that protect your home’s water supply ...

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 ...

That outdoor spigot you rely on for watering your plants in the summer becomes a ticking time bomb come winter. Unless properly winterized, outdoor faucets can freeze when temperatures drop, causing ...

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Most homeowners who live in cold climates know it’s important to “winterize” the outside faucets to prevent them from freezing, which can destroy the faucet ...

When temperatures dip, most of us think about insulating windows or sealing doorways, but your outdoor faucet (where the hose goes) often gets overlooked. That small metal spigot sticking out of your ...

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 ...

Q: What should I know about winterizing my home’s plumbing? A: There are a few ways to determine when it is time to prepare your house for winter. You can simply look outdoors, check the weather ...