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    Attic

    All the information you need to ensure your attic stays comfortable, clutter free and organized.

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    What You Need to Know About Installing a Furnace in Your Attic

    If you're looking to increase livable space in your home, consider moving the furnace into the attic. This installation is more common than you think.

    Family Handyman’s Vintage Projects From the ’50s

    Family Handyman has always taken great pride in teaching readers to DIY through the use...
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    Attic Inspection Checklist (Plus DIY Inspection Tips)

    When the seasons change, it's time to inspect your attic! Know what to look for...
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    Why You Need a Home Attic Inspection

    What happens in the attic doesn't always stay in the attic, and can impact your...
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    What to Know About Attic Ladders

    Do you have unused storage space in your attic? Install an attic ladder to reclaim...

    Comparing Flat Roof Vents and Turbine Vents

    Is one type better than the other?

    How to Frame a Gabled Dormer

    A gabled roof looks great from the outside and adds space and light inside.

    Working With Metal-Clad (MC) Cable

    MC cable is easier to work with than rigid conduit and offers protection from fire,...
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    Pros and Cons of Attic Insulation Types

    What’s the best attic insulation? That depends on your definition of “best”. An expert home...

    How to Install an Attic Lift

    Send heavy loads to the attic—with the press of a button

    How to Install Under Cabinet Lighting in Your Kitchen

    Add dramatic under cabinet lighting in a weekend without tearing up your walls to install...

    The 14 Fortunes Found in Attics

    The fortunes found in attics are some of the most fascinating stories.

    11 Childhood Toys That Are Worth Thousands

    There might be an action figure or toy vehicle hiding in your parents' attic that...

    Installing Recessed Lighting for Dramatic Effect

    Installing recessed lighting, even in the toughest situation—by fishing wires.

    5 Things You Need to Know About Vermiculite

    If your home was built before 1990, you might have vermiculite insulation in your walls...

    Venting Exhaust Fans Through the Roof

    Vent an exhaust fan the correct way— through a roof hood.

    Improve Attic Ventilation: Introduction

    A well-ventilated attic makes for a healthier house. Here's how to keep the air moving...

    How to Handle Full-Span Ceiling Truss Problems

    What to do if you see signs of truss lift. Look for signs of seasonal...

    Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Store Stuff In The Attic

    It may be a convenient storage spot, but you should reconsider storing items in your...

    25 Things In Your House Right Now That Could Be Worth Money

    You may want to spring clean your house, barn, garage, or attic because these things...
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    Finishing an Attic

    Insulate your finished attic properly

    How to Insulate an Attic Door

    Insulate an old attic door with inexpensive fiberglass and tape

    How to Improve Attic Ventilation

    Good attic and roof ventilation lowers cooling bills, extends shingle life and reduces winter ice...