Draining the plumbing pipes may be necessary for a few reasons. If the system has a water hammer problem, which is when plumbing pipes bang loudly when the faucets are turned on and off, then the cause could be too much air trapped in the plumbing lines. In this case, the system needs to be drained.

Depending on your DIY skills, plumbing projects may either look like an impossibility or a walk in the park. Regardless of your experience, however, it’s good to keep in mind the following do’s and don’ts when making plumbing repairs.

When renovating the basement, design is usually front of mind for homeowners and HVAC is an afterthought. But in the winter, basements will be significantly cooler and you’ll need to plan ahead for heating. Here are a few options homeowners can consider for heating the basement this winter.