According to a recent Bankrate study, hidden homeownership costs now amount to an average of over $21,000 yearly. Over $8,800 ...

Despite often being hidden, or even unbeknownst to operators in some cases, the importance of air valves in a water distribution system cannot be overstated. They perform a quiet but critical role in ...

Residents of the 2560 South Ocean Boulevard building say they have little to no water pressure between midnight and 7 a.m.

A repair for a broken water valve will likely cause outages for hundreds of James Island users on June 25 between 11 p.m. and ...

Is your toilet backing up no matter how many times you plunge it? It may be due to this uncommon type of clog. Here's what to ...

Is your toilet taking forever to refill? It might be time to replace the fill valve. This DIY guide walks you through the entire process with no plumbing experience needed.

Failed toilet valve floods Dallas City Hall, city says According to Dallas City Manager Kim Tolbert, standing water was found on several floors of the building, and it may take all week to dry out.

News. A broken water pipe flooded Dallas City Hall’s Council Chambers over the weekend The issue was due to a failed flush valve on a toilet in the men’s restroom adjacent to the chambers.

Before buying, be sure that your home has at least 25 pounds per square inch of water pressure, the minimum required for a pressure-assisted toilet to work properly.

Lift the flapper valve so some water flows into the toilet bowl. If the water goes back down on its own, you won’t have to do anything else. Otherwise, you’ll have to get plunging.

A running toilet isn’t just a nuisance; it’s a major waste of water. That constant hissing noise you're hearing means that excess water is leaking from the toilet tank into the bowl, and your ...

How to Repair a Running Toilet 1. Adjust the Float. The float arm controls the water level in your tank. If it’s set too high, water will keep running into the overflow tube.