Over the weekend, I got Steve out of a big jam. He lives near Pittsburgh, and his wife decided it was time to tear out an outdated platform bathtub. She wanted a new sleek soaking tub shaped like an ...

The next time you’re in your basement or poking around under the kitchen sink, take a long look at your pipes to see if there are any signs of discoloration, especially around a union. If so, it’s a ...

Concrete slab foundation homes became popular in the early 1900s and increased with time. They went mainstream for a reason, but they tend to complicate the maintenance and functionality of other home ...

Beware of advice from some handymen and plumbers saying you can’t relocate vent pipes like these. They’re wrong. (Tim Carter) Perspective by Tim Carter Q: Tim, I need you to weigh in on a remodeling ...