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Bitter cold wreaking havoc on pipes. What you can do to keep your home safe
7+ hour, 51+ min ago (351+ words) PITTSBURGH " A Pittsburgh plumber tells Channel 11 his phone has been ringing off the hook. That's because the bitter cold has been wreaking havoc on people's pipes. "We've walked into places where the water is still pouring from the ceiling, and…...
Local plumbing professional shares how to protect your home during winter weather
1+ week, 4+ day ago (237+ words) PITTSBURGH " "I have a feeling that our phones are not going to stop ringing," South Side Plumbing Vice President of Operations Jake Kicinzki told Channel 11. Kicinzki says he's expecting frozen pipes, broken water lines and countless phone calls over the…...
From aesthetics to efficiency: What's driving interest in the integrated solar roof?
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (682+ words) The market now uses integrated solar roofing as its standard solution because homeowners want a system that is reliable and provides prolonged energy. The integrated solar roof system generates electricity while creating a design that matches building architecture. It appeals…...
Local plumber shares tips on how to prevent frozen pipes during winter
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (138+ words) With the harsh cold comes the threat of frozen pipes. Channel 11 talked to a local plumber about what people can do to protect their pipes against the cold. Chris McDonnell works with Greater Pittsburgh Plumbing. He recommends opening any cabinets…...
‘Home Improvement’ actor Zachery Ty Bryan, girlfriend, arrested
2+ mon, 1+ day ago (321+ words) Former child actor Zachery Ty Bryan was arrested in Oregon. The "Home Improvement" star was taken into custody on Nov. 29 in Eugene, Oregon, accused of violating his probation for a previous domestic violence conviction, TMZ reported. His probation was scheduled…...
Harsh weather can lead to unexpected home repairs. Here’s the little issues you should look for now
9+ mon, 3+ week ago (484+ words) When Deanna Guarnaccio was ready to buy a home, she didn't go far, purchasing her grandfather's 60-year-old, two-story home in Pittsburgh's Westwood area. "My grandparents built the house, so I grew up coming to this house my whole entire life…...
Tariff tensions may raise prices on a variety of goods; here’s what experts say you should buy now
11+ mon, 3+ week ago (403+ words) Tariff tensions between the US, China, Canada and Mexico could mean price hikes on a variety of imports for American consumers. In the latest volley between the countries- China has announced a broad package of economic measures against the United…...