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

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 dollars in repairs next spring.

Finishing an Attic

Maximize headroom when insulating an attic.

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...

Attic Inspection Checklist (Plus DIY Inspection Tips)

When the seasons change, it's time to inspect your attic! Know what to look for...

Why You Need a Home Attic Inspection

What happens in the attic doesn't always stay in the attic, and can impact your...

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.

Saving Energy: Blown in Insulation in the Attic

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

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...

Installing Recessed Lighting for Dramatic Effect

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

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...

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...

How to Repair a Bathroom Fan

Replace a dead motor and improve air flow

Use an In-Line Fan to Vent Two Bathrooms

Add one attic fan to vent multiple bathrooms

11 Pests That Could Be Hiding in Your Attic

These critters didn’t sign a lease and could be living rent-free and wreaking havoc in...

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...

Do it right, do it yourself!

Cathedral Ceiling Insulation

Foam ceiling insulation is an excellent solution where moisture is a problem.

Energy Conservation: Know the R-Value of Insulation

Want to save money, energy and feel warmer this winter? Insulate your house the right...

How to Repair a Plumbing Vent in the Attic

Fix a mysterious pipe joint

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