Most plumbers don’t like heat tapes–those cables that look like extension cords but generate heat to keep pipes from freezing. They say a proper installation shouldn’t need them, and if pipes freeze ...

A: Despite its name, heat tape isn’t sticky tape in the traditional sense, rather it is an electrical heating cable that is widely used to keep at-risk plumbing piping from freezing in the winter. You ...

When temperatures dip below freezing, New England residents should brace for the possibility of pipes freezing in their homes. Here’s a quick guide on preventing that from happening and what to do if, ...

A major winter storm is heading to West Virginia and Virginia this weekend. Before temperatures plummet, take these critical ...

When temperatures dip below freezing during winter, failure to prepare for frigid weather can cause significant damage to homes and not only cause headaches for homeowners but also cost them thousands ...