Some plumbing problems definitely call for pro-grade expertise, but fixing a water shut-off valve leak isn’t one of them.

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 ...

If you do have a burst pipe, you can turn the stop tap clockwise to stop the water. If you have home insurance, check with ...