We’ve all experienced it. After washing your face, having a shave or doing the dishes, you pull out the stopper, and the water just sits there. You dip your hand in and wiggle the stopper about a bit, ...

A puddle that lingers for more than 48 hours after rain is a warning sign of deeper grading or soil problems — not just bad luck. Regrading the soil around a foundation is one of the most overlooked ...

Gardening season is on its way, and you may have questions as you prepare for spring. To ask one, simply go to the OSU Extension website, type it in and include the county where you live. A photo is ...

Drains are supposed to be a one-way thoroughfare, and when they operate in reverse, things can get pretty unpleasant. Dr. Elizabeth Yuko is a bioethicist and adjunct professor of ethics at Fordham ...

The new Drain and Plumbing Problem Checkers mean residents already know what's happening by the time they call.

Water should nourish plants, not drown them. When soil holds too much moisture, roots struggle to breathe and slowly decline. Many gardens look healthy on the surface while hidden water buildup ...