Erica Gee is a freelance writer who has a penchant for everything from home and lifestyle to health and wellness. She writes about the intersection of culture and commerce, as well as lifestyle ...

Nothing can shut down a functioning household faster than a stopped-up kitchen sink — and it always seems to happen right when company is about to come over. To the rescue: these expert-backed tips ...

Brionna is a writer specializing in home improvement, construction, and real estate topics. She leverages her background as a civil engineer and interior decorator as well as her love for ...

A funny thing about plumbing disasters is that they are, indeed, quite funny — unless they’re happening to you, that is. There’s a wild world of hilarious clogs out there: Sticks of deodorant, ...

Letting faucets slowly drip in freezing weather keeps water moving, which helps prevent pipes from freezing and bursting.

For the most part, I love being a homeowner and prefer it to the experiences I’ve had as a renter. But there is at least one ...

• Homeowners can clear many toilet clogs without a plunger by using common household items. • Plunger alternatives create water or air pressure to break up the blockage or physically dislodge it. • ...

Plumbing problems are never fun. Admittedly, no problems are fun, but plumbing problems—like clogged sinks and drains—can affect your ability to take a shower, flush the toilet, or even wash your ...