Soldering irons and their tips come in a wide range of formats and styles, with the (originally Hakko) T12 being one of the more interesting offerings. This is because of how it integrates not ...

An Iowa City resident wrote to Curious Iowa, a series from The Gazette that answers readers’ questions, to find out what ...

One day a copper pipe is leaking, and then, it stops. Sorry, it’s not a miracle, it’s science. And unfortunately, that ...

Unlock the secrets of plumbing with these clever tricks! Learn how to make PVC couplings and adapters for water pipes using simple tools and techniques. This expert guide will show you how to ...

HOUSTON — Pipes break during wintry weather because the water freezes and expands inside them, similar to what happens when you put a bottle of water or a can of soda in the freezer. Frozen ...

Fix a plumbing leak and get your toilet back into service ASAP by DIY-ing a toilet shut-off valve replacement.

a copper IUD can either be completely covered by your plan or cost up to $1,800 out of pocket. If you can’t afford the cost, are over 18 years old, and have a gross annual income at or below 200 ...

The former site of Port Kembla's famous 198-metre stack, which came down more than a decade ago, has been sold to property developers who will take over the land next year.

The prolonged freezing temperatures can pose a danger to water lines in a home. Frozen pipes can be more than just an inconvenience to a resident. If a pipe breaks due to a freeze, it can cause ...

As temperatures dip into the single digits in Milwaukee, city officials are cautioning people to act immediately to prevent their pipes from freezing or bursting. The risk of pipe damage increases ...

It’s important to keep an eye on those pipes to make sure they don’t burst in frigid cold weather. Jay Cricks from NorthStar Restoration Services says one mistake people make is not having the ...

SANTIAGO, Jan 15 (Reuters) - Chile, the world's No. 1 copper producer, will boost its output of the red metal to 5.54 million metric tons in 2034, representing a 5.6% increase from 2023 ...