PVC pipes are durable but not indestructible—leaks, cracks, and joint failures happen. Knowing quick fixes and permanent solutions can save you from costly water damage. With the right tools, ...

Fixing underground water pipes usually means digging up roads and sidewalks — a process that's disruptive and expensive. However, researchers at the University of Sheffield in the U.K. are working on ...

A report warning cities against the use of PVC pipes in water systems sparked swift and resounding criticism from the plastics industry, its advocates and at least one leading scientific expert.

It’s true–sewer problems can be an expensive headache. They come in many varieties: blockages, backups and leaks. Addressing repairs can be time-consuming, labor-intensive and costly. Landscape damage ...