10 Things You Should Never Wash in Your Dishwasher
Don't ruin your favorite dishes and utensils! Find out which items simply won't hold up if you wash them in...
10 Ways You’re Loading Your Dishwasher All Wrong
Do you place glasses upside down on the tines of your dishwasher's top rack? If so, you're doing it wrong....
Cleaning Air Conditioners in the Spring
This central air conditioner maintenance guide helps you get lower cooling bills while staying comfortable in summer.
Avoiding a Laundry Room Flood in an Upstairs Laundry Room
Prevent damage from washing machine overflows and supply hose leaks with a proper installation.
Here’s Where You Shouldn’t Install Your AC
If your AC is anywhere on this list, you need to change the location ASAP.
You Should Use a Cast-Iron Skillet to Grill Your Steak, Here’s Why
Using a cast-iron skillet on the grill is the key to giving your steak the perfect crust and a tender,...
Never, Ever Use Your Ladder Like This
This window washer is making the most of a ladder that’s too short. But if his luck runs out, he’ll...
A Water Heater Vent Installed Like This Can Have Lethal Consequences
Installing a water heater vent incorrectly can be extremely dangerous for your family. Learn the wrong way and right way...
Brilliant Trick for Cleaning Saw Blades
Clean resin and pitch from saw blades with spray oven cleaner.
This Nifty Trick Will Clean Up Your Air Conditioner
Not sure how to clean the sticky grime off of your air conditioner? No sweat! This trick to cleaning your...
How to Fix Chipped Porcelain
Make annoying dings disappear
Your Air Conditioner Won’t Fully Work If You Don’t Do This
Looking to make the most of your air conditioner unit? By doing this one thing regularly, you will find yourself...
9 Unusual Uses for Pressure Washers That’ll Blow Your Mind
You know a pressure washer is great at cleaning the driveway, but did you know it can also be used...
9 Things to Know Before You Self-Clean Your Oven
Spills, gunk and general mess accumulates inside the average homeowner's oven, but what's the best way to clean it? Many...
How to Double Your Battery Life
Here's a tip for making lithium tool batteries last twice as long. Most kits come with two batteries. Take one...
How to Clean Under Your Fridge
Clean the dust, hair, lint, cat toys and trinkets out from under your refrigerator.
How to Repair and Replace a Refrigerator Icemaker
Installing a replacement icemaker is simple.
12 Easy Things Everyone Should Know How to Fix
Whether you're a new homeowner or an expert DIYer, knowing how to fix these common household problems can save you...
How to Install a Ceiling Fan Mounting Bracket
Here, we'll show you how to remove an old light and install a ceiling fan mounting bracket so you can...
Home Inspector Nightmares: Vol. 8
In this installment of home inspector nightmares, you’ll be amazed by how much ceiling fan blades can droop. Plus, as...
10 Real-Life Wood Workbench Plans and Inspiration Photos
Fan Spotlight: These readers shared photos of their completed garage workbenches, many of which were built using our plans! Scroll...
15 Home Maintenance Tips for the Fall Season
Getting your home in shape for cooler months isn't rocket science. Set aside some time now to complete these simple...
How to Dispose of a Water Heater
Disposing of a water heater can be a difficult task. Especially if you’re working alone. Here’s an easy way to...
What to Look for in a New Fridge: Refrigerator Buying Guide
Replacing a refrigerator? Read this first.
How to Install a Garage Air Conditioner
Wrenching on a car or doing a project in a sweltering garage is no fun. A garage A/C does the...
If Your Thermostat Stops Working, This is What it Might Mean
Here are some tips to try to get the right temperature
How Hydronic Radiant Floor Heating Works
Cozy heat for new construction, additions and remodels
Homeowner’s Guide to Pressure Washing a House
Paint prep, simplified.
How to Choose the Best Whole House Fan for Your Home
A time-tested cooling solution that uses 90% less energy than your air conditioner