Only a registered plumber will do.And for good reason: "If the drinking water becomes contaminated, liability issues arise that no insurance covers," he explains.Otherwise, give it a go yourself as ...

We earn a commission from partner links on Forbes Home. Commissions do not affect our editors' opinions or evaluations. Emergency or not, eventually, we’ll all need a plumber regardless of our level ...

As freezing temperatures and snow are forecasted, homeowners are urged to take steps to protect their pipes from the harsh winter conditions. Plumbers have shared essential tips to prevent pipes from ...

There's no need to panic when your toilet is clogged but you have no plunger. Learn how master plumbers unclog a toilet ...

Caitlin O'Kane is a New York City journalist who works on the CBS News social media team as a senior manager of content and production. She writes about a variety of topics and produces "The Uplift," ...

Flushing "Flushable" Wipes Is a Plumbing Nightmare Flushable wipes do not dissolve as fast as toilet paper. Toilet paper is ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Kristin is a lead editor at Forbes Home and has nearly a decade of ...

PISCATAWAY, N.J. — In an early 20th century advertisement from American Standard Brands, a proud plumber holding a pipe wrench stands below a slogan that reads “The Plumber Protects the Health of the ...