A few years ago, an old-fashioned handyman told me of a specific task he did for a couple each spring. Both husband and wife were so mechanically challenged that they'd hire him to change their light ...

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That constant drip from your faucet isn’t just annoying—it’s wasting gallons of water and driving up your utility bill. According to the U.S. Geological Survey, just one drip per minute wastes 34 ...

When it comes to the energy efficiency and value of our homes, we sometimes forget about plumbing — and how crucial it is to both conservation and curb appeal. Paying attention to leaky, outdated and ...

According to a recent Bankrate study, hidden homeownership costs now amount to an average of over $21,000 yearly. Over $8,800 of this goes toward upkeep and repairs alone, which typically includes ...

When Pat Brooks needed a hallway light replaced, she called the Smithtown Senior Center, and within days help arrived. “I didn’t want to get up on a ladder,” said Brooks, 90, who has needed assistance ...

Is the constant drip-drip-drip of your faucet driving you up the wall? A dripping faucet isn’t just an annoyance; it can also waste gallons of water and cause extensive water damage. Luckily, you ...

With the cost of water rising, a leaky outdoor faucet is more than just a minor nuisance. Even the slowest drip of water adds up, resulting in a big surprise on your utility bills. But a leaky outdoor ...