As Frank Loesser sang in 1944, “Baby, it’s cold outside.” And the longer the cold sticks around, the more likely it is for ...

A crawl space seems like a good solution for the foundation of a home. It's not as expensive as a basement, but it still provides access to mechanicals that run under your home. However, crawl spaces ...

In December, residential energy patterns in North Texas shifted significantly as colder temperatures and holiday celebrations increased reliance on natural gas appliances. Heating systems run longer, ...

If you forgot to winterize your outdoor faucet before a hard freeze, evaluate your faucet for damage. Look for any visible ...

The key to avoiding frozen outdoor pipes is turning off the indoor water valve and draining the line before cold hits. Cover ...

Frozen pipes are a nightmare to deal with when the temperature drops, but it can be prevented. Frozen pipes can happen at any ...

You may or may not know that not only am I a home builder, but I’ve also been a master plumber since age 29. I was drawn to the plumbing craft because of its fascinating three-dimensional nature. Your ...