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    Attic

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

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    How to Get Rid of Bats in Your Attic

    Because they can cause structural damage, among other things, it's important to learn how to get rid of bats.

    10 Important Things You Need to Do When Finishing Your Attic

    Finishing your attic can add space and utility and increase the value of your home,...

    Working With Metal-Clad (MC) Cable

    MC cable is easier to work with than rigid conduit and offers protection from fire,...

    6 Home Problems Inspectors Hate to See

    Reuben Saltzman, president of Structure Tech in Minnesota, identifies potential home problems and what to...

    Parts of Your Home Prone to the Most Winter Weather Damage

    Knowing where your home is most vulnerable and taking precautions can save you thousands of...
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    Finishing an Attic

    Maximize headroom when insulating an attic.
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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...

    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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    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.
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    Saving Energy: Blown in Insulation in the Attic

    Save $1,000 on labor and cut your heating bills with blown in attic insulation.
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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...

    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.

    New Kitchen Venting: How to Install a Kitchen Fan Vent

    Use rigid duct with insulated duct sleeve for an oven exhaust fan.

    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...