KENNEWICK, Wash.- With freezing temperatures here the City of Kennewick is urging residents to take steps to prevent frozen ...

As much of Puget Sound experiences freezing temperatures this week, experts are warning you to prepare your pipes.

When temperatures plummet, the risk of property damage goes up. Frozen pipes can burst, leading to hazards and costly repairs.

There are multiple precautions you can take during this week's cold snap to protect water pipes exposed to exterior walls.

I may even move it underneath a sink if temperatures dip below 20 degrees (it's ... This involves installing heating cable and heating wrap along your vulnerable pipes so it can heat the pipes ...

Alan D. Miller is a former Dispatch editor who teaches journalism at Denison University and writes about old house repair and ...

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To be effective, a heat pipe must be composed of material with high thermal conductivity, usually copper or copper alloy. The ...

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“Turn the heat up a little bit more than normal. If it’s domestic hot and cold water, have that trickling in the faucet so ...

Taking preventive steps, upgrading to energy-efficient systems, and investing in regular maintenance ensures your home remains comfortable, functional, and cost-effective throughout the year.