Sump pumps help prevent flooding by transferring water from a basement or crawlspace to another location, away from your house. Here's a quick primer.

SEER stands for seasonal energy efficiency ratio. Read on to learn how knowing this number could save you some cash.

Helping friends and family is a great feeling and can set your family up for success. But if you're giving substantial gifts, you need to be aware of gift taxes.

Partially clean dishes just won’t do. Here’s what you need to know to get them sparkling again.

You expect to hear a rush of water when you turn on your washing machine or flush your toilet. What you don’t expect is a banging, clanging or gurgling sound coming from your water pipes.