If you know anything at all about pipe insulation, you know that it goes a long way toward preventing frozen pipes. That's true: Pipe insulation keeps the water in your plumbing system from turning to ...

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One of the most cost-effective and energy-conserving measures you can take is to insulate duct or pipe runs in the unheated areas of your home. By not insulating these conduits, you are essentially ...

Knoxville is about to get some rough winter weather with extreme cold temperatures, heavy winds and possibly snow. That's why you should be prepared with these household weather tips. From freezing ...

When temperatures plunge, you probably hear the same argument on repeat: should you let your faucets drip or not. The online ...

It is easy to insulate walls, ceilings and floors when you know a few simple tricks. Although there are several choices, we like fiberglass insulation best. It is lightweight, inexpensive, relatively ...

When temperatures plunge, the most expensive damage in your home often starts inside a narrow copper or plastic line hidden in a wall. A single burst pipe can soak drywall, buckle flooring, and force ...

If you have a house that isn’t used in the winter or a home that has pipes running through an unheated area, such as a crawl space or attic, and the temperatures drop below freezing, you may want to ...

Insulation is one of the most important elements of a home’s efficiency, helping to keep energy bills low and the interior comfortable. Making sure that a home has at least the minimum recommended ...