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Making sure you know everything there is to know about the electrical, heating and cooling systems in your home.

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What Temperature to Set The Thermostat in Winter

Stop the thermostat wars in your home with this definitive look at the optimal temperature to set your thermostat in winter.

Deals We Love: Flashlights and Lanterns

A flash sale offering great lighting options at deep discounts.

7 Tips to Take Care of Your Septic System

Maintaining a home's septic system may seem like a daunting and stinky task, but it's...

5 Products to Have on Hand for Winterizing Your Home

Here are five things you’ll want to have on hand for winterizing your home and...

Homeowner’s Guide to Buying a Thermostat

Need a new thermostat? Before the winter chill sets in, upgrade to one that will...

Signs of Frozen Pipes (And How to Unfreeze Them)

As temps drop, your risk of a frozen pipe increases. Read on for all you...

Can Homeowners Insist Contractors Wear Masks In Their Homes?

Social interaction is an essential part of most home repairs, but can be dangerous in...

How to Change a Furnace Filter

Check your filter monthly and change it if needed.

How to Winterize Your Home in a Weekend

Have you been putting off winterizing your home? Here are a few small-ish items that...

How to Replace a Fluorescent Light Ballast

Stop fluorescent lights from flickering and humming with a new ballast.

Dryer Vents: How to Hook Up and Install Dryer Vents

How to install a rigid metal duct for a safer dryer.

1951 Family Handyman Feature: Be Your Own Plumber

In honor of Family Handyman's 70th anniversary, we're sharing some throwbacks. Check out these DIY...

Your Guide to Winterizing Everything

From cars, boats and lawn mowers to pools, gutters and grills. Here's how to winterize...

Why Every Workshop Needs a Quality Flashlight (And How to Choose the Right One)

Every workshop needs a flashlight for emergency lighting, precision detailing and more. Here are key...

How to Fix a Water Heater Pilot Light

Replacing the thermocouple usually does the trick.

7 Simple Tricks to Keep Your House Warm All Winter Long

With drafty doors, windows and poorly insulated rooms, the cold can be inevitable. So what’s...

How to Flush a Water Heater

Extend the life of your water heater: Learn how to drain water heater fluid and...

Why You Need to Check Your Chimney Before You Cozy Up to the Fireplace

It's that time of year again! If you have a fireplace, here's a quick way...

Don’t Let Your Home Make Your Fall Allergies Worse

Just because you're waving goodbye to summer doesn't mean hay fever goes with it. Here's...

8 Best Outdoor Flood Lights

A well-lit home is not only more secure, it's got great curb appeal! Here are...

What to Know About Fluorescent Lighting

Wondering about fluorescent light? Learn the pros and cons of this type of lighting, along...

9 Tool Hacks You’ll Use Time and Time Again

Tools are usually designed with one task in mind, but many can be used for...

Do it right, do it yourself!

10 Best Motion Sensor Lights

We round up the 10 best motion sensor lights to provide style and safety to...

What Are Thermostat Ghost Readings?

Ghost thermostat readings aren't supernatural, but they can suck the life out of your energy...

How to Choose the Best Patio Heater

A patio heater can make your outdoor living space a year-round gathering place. Learn the...

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