Lowe Larretta is former lead editor for Forbes Home, covering all things related to home improvement and good design. She previously worked in the decor and lifestyle spaces for digital publishers ...

Chicago's extreme weather negatively affects plumbing far more than other cities. Heavy snow and temperature drops can freeze and burst your pipes, and some of Chicago's buildings with older plumbing ...

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