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Drain pan is useless if it is not connected to drainpipe

Many people have drain pans installed under their water heaters or washing machines, but many of those pans are not connected to a drainpipe. With that setup, all you are doing is delaying the inevitable flood by about two minutes.

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Copper adhesive should fix leak under sink

Q: I have a problem with my plumbing. Below my kitchen sink is a copper pipe that comes out of the wall, extends for about a foot and then goes back into the wall. I have noticed a small leak coming from a fitting and it needs to be repaired. My problem is that I’m scared to use a torch as I don’t want to burn my house down. Is there any other choice?

Top 10 best travel hacks to save the most

Experts have a lot of unique hacks for how to save money when you’re booking travel or are already on the road. Here are our top 10 tips.

How much are your old records worth?

When it comes to selling your old records to make extra cash, don’t get your hopes up. And know this: Condition matters most. Frank Sinatra matters least.