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Discovering a problem with your main water line — the pipe that runs from your home to the public water supply — can be a nightmare, not just because of the disruption it causes but also due to the ...

When water freezes, it expands in volume by about 9 percent. And it expands with tremendous force: The pressure inside pipes may go from 40 pounds per square inch to 40,000 psi! No pipe can hold that ...

Slab leaks can cause water damage, introduce wastewater and lead to costly repairs. So it’s important to repair any suspected slab leak as soon as possible to limit risk and damage. Understanding the ...

Water leaks are always troublesome, but burst pipes create instant and sometimes long-lasting damage to a home. The Portland Water Bureau reminds residents that while temperatures are expected to rise ...