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You probably know to protect water pipes from the cold, but did you know the hot summer sun can cause damage, too? Prepare your pipes or expect pricey repairs.

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Drip your faucet. Just a small drip or stream can be enough to help prevent damage. Open the cabinet doors beneath your sink so room temperature air can warm the pipes. Make sure your heat is on, even ...

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As the temperatures plummet, the chances that pipes could freeze rise, but you can take steps to prevent a problem before the cold rolls in. Consumer Reports says frozen pipes usually happen when ...

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In both residential and commercial buildings, heating and cooling cycles can take a toll on piping systems. When pipes expand due to heat and contract when they cool, they stress joints, supports, and ...

Frozen and cracked pipes come with the worst winter weather, but home technology has new answers you should know about. Tyler Lacoma Editor / Home Security and Smart Home Tyler has worked on, lived ...

HVAC technicians see a spike in emergency calls during cold snaps. Learn how to keep your heating system and pipes in good shape to prevent costly repairs.