Dear James: Last winter, I forgot to turn off the water to an outdoor faucet, and the pipe split. How do I install one of the freeze-safe ones, and do they work? -- Kerri J.

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With the cost of water rising, a leaky outdoor faucet is more than just a minor nuisance. Even the slowest drip of water adds up, resulting in a big surprise on your utility bills. But a leaky outdoor ...

Whether it’s called a faucet, a silcock, or a spigot, when they leak it’s no fun! Here are several situations and simple fixes that might work for you. Let’s start with the easiest: If it just keeps ...

Compare plans tailored to your home & budget. A leaky faucet may not seem like a plumbing emergency, but it can lead to shockingly high water bills. Paying a professional to repair it will cost around ...