Replacing a frost-free outdoor spigot can be as easy as unscrewing it from the wall, but chances are it will be a little more complicated than that. Step 1: Turn the water supply off and open the ...

Q. We need to replace our dripping outdoor faucet. How much should that cost? A. On average, you’ll pay $150 to $300 to replace an outdoor faucet, also known as a spigot or hose bib. In many cases, ...

Q: I have an outdoor faucet that I use a lot to water plants and wash my cars. It leaks badly. I want to replace it with a freeze-proof faucet so I can use it year-round without worrying. Are those ...

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.

Choosing the right faucet cover can mean the difference between a stress-free winter and costly repairs. Materials play a ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. As the days get shorter and temperatures start to plunge, there are lots of things to do to prepare your house for freezing weather. Covering ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. There's a pretty long list of things one should do to help protect their house and yard from the potentially damaging effects of winter ...

Dear Angie: We need to replace our dripping outdoor faucet. How much should that cost? — Keegan P., Macomb, Mich. Answer: On average, you'll pay $150 to $300 to replace an outdoor faucet, also known ...