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 ...

Micro-robots that can inspect water pipes, diagnose cracks and fix them autonomously—reducing leaks and avoiding expensive excavation work—have been developed by a team of engineers led by the ...

When it comes to the energy efficiency and value of our homes, we sometimes forget about plumbing — and how crucial it is to both conservation and curb appeal. Paying attention to leaky, outdated and ...

Tiny robots could help fix leaky water pipes without having to dig up roads, according to new research. The miniature machines - called "Pipebots" - are the same size as a toy car and can track down ...

Water rarely announces itself with a dramatic burst. In most homes, the disaster that ends in ripped-out drywall and a full ...

Q: I’ve noticed two things about my lawn. First, there’s an area that is really green and much taller than the surrounding grass; and second, this same area is very soft. I know something is wrong, ...

Compare plans tailored to your home & budget. A leaky faucet may not seem like a plumbing emergency, but it can lead to shockingly high water bills. Paying a professional to repair it will cost around ...