PVC pipes are durable but not indestructible—leaks, cracks, and joint failures happen. Knowing quick fixes and permanent solutions can save you from costly water damage. With the right tools, ...

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, ...

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 ...

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 ...