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Bill Bergmann

“Bungalow” Bill Bergmann is an associate editor at Family Handyman. He’s been a licensed contractor/builder for more than 20 years. For him, there’s nothing better than taking out a few walls to make people happier in their homes.
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6 Best Ice Scrapers and Snow Brushes of 2022

Make snowy and icy winter mornings less miserable with the best ice scraper. We tested these in Minnesota!
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Tips for Saving Money When Framing a House

Save money up front and through the building process with these tips to frame a...
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Compact Router Trifecta

We've found three products that will make for a great compact router setup in your...

How to Customize Garage Cabinets for More Storage

Our garages are multitaskers. Vehicle storage, workshop, tool organizer and hangout space for friends and...

Homeowner’s Guide To Next Generation Grills

If your looking to up your grilling game beyond a basic gas or charcoal grill,...

How to DIY Laundry Room Shelves

Convert your dreary basement laundry into a functional, organized and finished workspace.
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Stuff We Love: Trailer Upgrades

Our friends at Family Handyman created the Ultimate Camper and found some amazing products for...
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Stuff We Love: Women’s Workwear

Smart women-specific workwear for everyday comfort on the job.  

The Best Scroll Saws for Every Type of DIY

Scroll saws are accessible to every skill level, but they provide different levels of detail....
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Stuff We Love: Tools On The Go

Keep your tools well-organized and within easy reach with these two convenient caddies.

How to Build a DIY Cat House

This cat house/side table is functional for you and your furry feline friend.
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Stuff We Love: Dealing with Demo

Check out these handy products for keeping things clean during demolition.
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Stuff We Love: New School Plumbing Tools

Make your next plumbing fix that much easier with one of these innovative plumbing tools.
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Monitoring Indoor Air Quality: The AirThings Wave Plus

The AirThings Wave Plus monitor provides real-time air quality data to let you know of...
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Stuff We Love: Electrical Outlet Upgrades

Here are two practical outlet upgrades for a safer and more functional place to plug...

How to Cut Down Your Own Christmas Tree

Here are some tips for participating in a classic holiday tradition.
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Cut Electricity Spending With a Sense Energy Monitor

Electricity bill too high? Afraid your meter is always running? Here's a smart solution for...
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Stuff We Love: Editors Update

Check out three items our staff editors have been raving about.
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How to Build an Under-the-Stairs Storage Unit

Organized, easy-access storage — and lots of it!
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Stuff We Still Love: Pipe Wrench, Doweling Jig and Glue Gun

These three classic tools are as relevant today as when they first appeared on our...
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How to Set Up the Amazon Echo Dot

Follow these straightforward steps for easy setup of Amazon's Echo Dot Gen 3 smart speaker.
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Stuff We Love: Stuff We Still Love

We searched through 70 years of tool and product reviews to find our favorite stuff...
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Stuff We Love: Deck Products

If you're thinking about a new deck or re-decking your existing one, use these proven...
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Expert Tips for an Easy Faucet Installation

We caught up with Joe Barnes, a second-generation master plumber with more than 30 years...

How to Install a Three-Way Smart Switch

Use these step-by-step instructions to make your three-way switches smart.