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  • Save Money With DIY Truck Repair

  • Own a truck or SUV? Learn how to change the differential oil, replace a transfer case shift motor, get a jammed tailgate working again, and make…

  • Affordable Home Improvement Tips

  • You'll save money on remodeling projects if you plan well in advance, get several bids, do simple parts yourself, shop for materials, design…

  • How to Rebuild a Garage Door Opener

  • A garage door opener that hums or grinds but doesn't open the door may just have stripped gears—an easy, inexpensive repair. Use this guide to…

  • How to Repair a Leaking Tub Faucet

  • You don't have to put up with the slow drip from a leaky faucet, nor with the growing stain it often leaves in the tub or shower. Fix it now and…

  • DIY Washer Pedestal

  • Pedestals for front-loading washing machines and dryers can cost hundreds. Save your money—you can build your own bases from standard…

  • Removing Old Carpet

  • Tear out carpet yourself and silence floor squeaks, eliminate odors, hide speaker wires, replace bad subfloors and save a few bucks too! All…

  • Tips for Selling Your Car

  • To get the highest price when selling your car yourself, catch up on maintenance, detail the car, advertise, organize your records, avoid cheesy…

  • How to Build a Rain Barrel

  • This DIY rain barrel costs less than $100 and works just as well as the expensive one you can buy. Get complete how-to instructions and start…

  • Energy Vampires

  • Save energy and money by reducing “stand by” losses through electrical appliances and devices. We show you what wastes electricity…

  • DIY Granite Countertops

  • Install your own granite countertops. All you have to do is measure your space, order the granite, then install—with the help of a few…

  • How to Replace Spark Plugs

  • Change your spark plugs yourself to maintain peak performance and high gas mileage. In most cases it's a simple job as long as you have the…

  • Tips for Removing Carpet

  • Save some money on your next carpet installation by removing the old carpet yourself. This article has some nifty tips that will save your back…

  • Tips for Buying a Used Car

  • Before buying a used car, follow this 4-step inspection program to determine the vehicle's reliability, condition and value. It'll help you…

  • Holiday Decorating Tips

  • When the holidays are just around the corner, it's time to start digging out those boxes of lights and decorations. It's fun to decorate and…

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