If you notice foul sewer smells in your house or basement, here are the five possible causes in order of probability. Plus, ...

Chances are you will, eventually, end up accidentally flushing something down the toilet. Whether you’re trying to retrieve ...

Know the signs of a cover-up renovation. It’s important to be able to spot a quickie renovation hiding a water-damaged basement because it can be difficult to hold the previous owners responsible.

Can't afford a full basement renovation, but still want to be able to use the space comfortably? These inexpensive DIY ...

The Basement Watchdog water alarm is one of the most affordable water-leak sensors on the market. It is also among the easiest to set up: Insert the battery, position it, and turn it on.

As of Monday, the Siphon Fire burned around 16, 000 acres in the Superstition Wilderness northeast of Apache Junction and is ...

There was no risk to surrounding communities, but Tonto National Forest officials recommended people avoid the First Water, Boulder and Siphon trails while crews are working. The cause of the fire ...

I also interviewed editor-in-chief Ben Frumin, who drained a couple of inches of water out of his basement after a rainstorm in 2021. Supervising editor Jon Chase and senior staff writer Rachel ...

After new testing, we have two new picks: the Hydro Flask 24 oz Wide Mouth with Flex Chug Cap and the Klean Kanteen 20 oz TKWide Insulated Water Bottle with Twist Cap. You’re nothing without water.

The national average cost for waterproofing a basement ranges between $3,000 and $10,000. However, most homeowners pay around $5,000 to fully waterproof their basement, crawl spaces and foundation.

Cracked, fogged, or outdated windows will siphon out energy—and money—from your home. Even with regular maintenance and repairs, windows eventually do need to be replaced. Replacing windows by ...

Exact costs “vary depending on the size of the basement, the extent of the water damage and the method of waterproofing chosen,” said Kyle Leman, CEO and founder of Crossroads Foundation ...