Homes and Gardens on MSN

Plumbing pros warn households not to pour boiling water down drains in winter to avoid leaks

It might seem like a quick and easy solution, but boiling water in drains is a disaster, so here's what to try instead ...

12 Things You Should Never Put Down the Drain—Even if You Have a Garbage Disposal

It's never a good idea to pour bleach down your drain—bleach is highly corrosive and can eat away at your pipes. It can also chemically react with any food scraps down there, or other cleaners and ...
Chicago Tribune

Ask the Builder: Everything you need to know about plumbing drains and vents

I recently had a plumbing emergency in my own home. The main drain pipe under the basement floor got clogged with toilet paper. The culprit is a newer low-flush toilet in a basement bathroom. I’ve ...
Fitgurú on MSN

Never pour milk down the sink: The costly plumbing mistake experts warn against

Pouring leftover milk down the drain seems harmless—but water experts say this everyday habit can clog pipes, damage sewer ...

Boiling Water Isn't The Answer To Frozen Pipes – Here's What To Do Instead

Did you forget to leave the heat on or a faucet dripping and now you have a frozen pipe on your hands? Boiling water isn't ...
The Spokesman-Review

Ask the Builder: Installing plumbing drain pipes

I’ve always loved doing plumbing because it’s a very interesting three-dimensional challenge to install drain, waste and vent piping in a new home or a large remodeling job. Because I was also the ...
Columbus Dispatch

Ask The Builder: Pipes don't always like what goes down the drain

I was perusing a national news website recently whose headlines more and more seem to resemble those of a sensational supermarket tabloid. Being a syndicated newspaper columnist, I find this ...
Green Matters on MSN

How Drain Detailer Grew From a DIY Fix Into a Reusable Alternative to Wasteful, Single-Use Drain Cleaners

As a reusable clog removal tool, the Drain Detailer stands out as a more environmentally friendly solution that can fix sink ...

Do Your Pipes Need a Professional Cleaning?

Cleaning Your Pipes Today Prevents Replacing Them Tomorrow Lake Stevens, United States – December 4, 2025 / Stars and Stripes Plumbing / Do Your Pipes Need a Professional Cleaning? Why Dirty Pipes ...