How Shutoff Valves Are Connected One important factor to consider when selecting the right water shutoff valve for your project is its connection type. Based on the material and type of pipe the ...

Air can enter water pipelines in several ways, often from dissolved air coming out of solution due to pressure fluctuations, ...

West Palm officials said an obstructed valve was limiting the flow of water through the city's water distribution system.

Is there anything more foundational to the plumbing trade than sending water through pipes just the way you want it to go?

Water pipes are among the main sources of childhood lead exposure. Identifying and replacing these hidden hazards can be a challenge.

The Bypass Pipe’s Balancing Valve: Part II, Case Studies In August’s column, I discussed three-way control valves, their associated bypass pipes, and the importance of a balancing valve being located ...

A water pipe installed nearly a century ago in DeKalb County served the purpose at the time, but now it’s decades past its expected lifespan.

These 3D-printed pipes inspired by shark intestines outperform Tesla valves Prototypes control fluid flow in a preferred direction with no need for moving parts.

If you detect your water pipes have frozen, turn off the water at the main shut-off valve in the house. Never try to thaw a pipe with a torch or open flame.

"The water shut-off valve will prevent any additional water coming into the pipes in the home, so if there is a burst of a pipe inside the house it will limit some of those damages." ...

Avoid burst pipes and water damage with a winter plumbing checklist A thorough inspection of a home’s plumbing can save thousands in repairs.