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A clogged drain, low water pressure or leaky pipe can wreak havoc with a family’s schedule. They get in the way of showers, grooming, food prep, dish washing and laundry. You can prevent many of [...]

A new kitchen tops the wish list of many homeowners. Up-to-date fixtures, gleaming appliances and color-coordinated counters and backsplashes make spending time in the kitchen a pleasure. A [...]

Is your outdoor plumbing ready for winter? There's about a 50 percent probability that Portland will have its first frost by November 15, according to the Farmer's Almanac. There's still time to [...]

Are you a confident do-it-yourself person? Many people tackle home repair jobs without batting an eye. For them, fixing a leaking faucet or installing a toilet are all in a weekend’s to-do list. [...]

How does lead get into drinking water? Lead leaches into water from corroded pipes and fixtures. The Portland Water Bureau adjusts the pH of water to make it less corrosive. However, the area’s [...]