Plumbing
Fix leaks, clogs, water heaters, and more
Most plumbing problems start small — a slow drip, a slow drain, a toilet that runs a few seconds too long. Catch them early and the fix is usually a $5 part and 20 minutes. Wait, and you're calling a plumber on a Sunday. Our plumbing guides walk you through every common homeowner repair, from clearing a clogged drain to swapping a faulty fill valve, with the tools you actually have in your garage. We'll also tell you straight when a job is too big or too risky for DIY.
Everything we cover in Plumbing
Jump to any topic below — each section links to our complete library of guides on that subject.
Drains & Clogs
Unclogging sinks, tubs, showers, and main drain lines.
See all 4 drains & clogs guides
How to Caulk Around a Bathroom Sink: A DIY Guide for a Watertight Seal
How to Unclog a Shower Drain Without Chemicals: A Homeowner's Guide
Dishwasher Not Draining? Easy Fixes for a Clogged Drain
Washing Machine Won't Spin or Drain? Easy Fixes for Common Problems
Faucets & Fixtures
Leaky, dripping, and broken faucets, sprayers, and fixtures.
See all 1 faucets & fixtures guides
Pipes & Leaks
Burst pipes, slow leaks, frozen lines, and pipe noises.
See all 1 pipes & leaks guides
How to Fix a Leaky Faucet (Single-Handle and Two-Handle)
A dripping faucet wastes 3,000+ gallons a year. Whether you have a single-handle cartridge or an old two-handle compression faucet, here's the exact repair — usually under $15 in parts.
How to Unclog a Drain Without Harsh Chemicals (5 Pro Methods)
Drain cleaners eat your pipes, your skin, and the environment. These 5 chemical-free methods clear 95% of household clogs faster — and cost less than a bottle of Drano.
Why Is My Toilet Running? 7 Quick Fixes Before Calling a Plumber
A constantly running toilet wastes up to 200 gallons of water a day. Here are the 7 most common causes and how to fix each one yourself in under 30 minutes.