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 6 drains & clogs guides
Faucets & Fixtures
Leaky, dripping, and broken faucets, sprayers, and fixtures.
See all 1 faucets & fixtures guides
Water Heaters
No hot water, leaks, sediment, and pilot/heating element problems.
See all 1 water heaters guides
Pipes & Leaks
Burst pipes, slow leaks, frozen lines, and pipe noises.
See all 5 pipes & leaks guides
The Secret Reason Your Sump Pump Runs When It’s Not Raining
If your sump pump runs constantly even on a dry day, it's not a ghost; it's a sign of a stuck switch, a failed valve, or a surprisingly high water table you need to address.
That Ceaseless Hum? Why Your Sump Pump Runs When It's Dry
A constantly running sump pump often points to issues beyond rain, such as a high water table, a stuck float switch, or a failed check valve causing water to recirculate.
That 5-Minute Shower? Your Water Heater's Secret Problem
Your hot water is likely running out quickly due to a broken internal dip tube, a massive buildup of mineral sediment, or a failing heating element in your water heater tank.
Your shower's cold shock: 1 broken part is the secret culprit.
Tired of your shower going from hot to cold in minutes? Sediment buildup, a failed dip tube, or a bad thermostat in your water heater is likely the culprit.
Your shower's cold? 3 sneaky reasons your hot water vanishes
Tired of your hot shower turning lukewarm unexpectedly? We uncover the three most common culprits, from a hidden part in your water heater to the shower head itself.
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.