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How to Fix the Most Common Air Conditioning Repairs Yourself

Our experts explain how to repair the most common causes of central air conditioning service failures.

How to Build Faux Basement Windows That Provide Real Light

This project uses a slim LED light panel mounted in a simple frame to give you light and the illusion...


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Rewiring a House: How To Manage the Project

Take charge of your home rewiring project. Follow these tips to ensure a positive outcome.


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Rewiring a House: How To Hire a Pro

Rewiring a house is a major undertaking. An electrical inspector offers tips on hiring the right pro for the...


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8 Simple Fixes if Your Heater Is Not Working

If you suspect furnace problems, try these eight furnace fixes you can do yourself before calling a pro.

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Why Are My Christmas Lights Not Working?

The good news is that there are only a few things can go wrong with holiday lights, and they're relatively...


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New 2023 Energy Tax Credits and Rebates You Can Use to Make Your Home More Energy Efficient

How to finesse your home's energy efficiency by using the new rebates and tax incentives for HVAC, solar and more.

4 Ways to Heat a Sauna

Choosing a heating method is one of the first steps to building a sauna. Here we look at four...


How to Build a DIY Infrared Sauna

Get all the benefits of a sauna without the expensive health club membership.


How to Build a DIY Radiator Cover

Give your old-fashioned radiators some style. It's really not that hard, even if you're new to DIY. We'll show you...


How to Choose Dining Room Light Fixtures

Want to give your dining room a new look? Something simple like a new light fixture can make a huge...

How To Replace the Heating Element in an Electric Oven

Electric oven heating element replacement is a surprisingly simply DIY fix. Here's everything you need to know.


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How to Unclog a Drain Without Harsh Chemicals

Need to clear up a clog but don't want to mess with any chemicals? Here's how.


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How to Test Christmas Lights With a Light Tester

A simple tester helps you fix holiday light strings fast.


What to Know About Recessed Lighting

Recessed lighting, or canned lights, add a clean, minimalistic look to any room. It can be used to illuminate whole...


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How To Use Grow Lights To Grow Healthy Plants Indoors

From choosing the right bulb to knowing how long to leave it on, here's how to keep you houseplants happy...

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How to Winterize a Sprinkler System

Sprinkler systems need to have all the water blown out of them before the winter freeze. If you have an...


How to Install a Pendant Light

A simple project that will add another layer of light to your room.


How to Stack and Store Firewood

Want to keep your firewood organized and dry? Here's how.


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Boost Your Furnace Output With This Simple Trick

If you have a room that’s always a little colder in the winter or warmer in the summer, try this...


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4 Great Techniques on How to Split Wood

Heating your home or cottage with wood takes a steady supply of split logs. Our expert offers advice for DIYers...


Winterize Your Irrigation System With This Handy $15 Device

Winterizing your irrigation system each fall can set you back some serious money if you pay a service to...


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This Simple Trick Can Refresh Your Entire Home

Sprays, hanging products, plug-ins, devices masked as home décor — there are hundreds of products geared toward freshening your home....


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How to Replace a Kitchen Sink Basket Strainer

Replace a sink strainer—it’s easy!


How to Unclog Anything

Toilets aren’t the only clog-prone fixture homeowners have to deal with. Check out what else is susceptible to clogging—and how...

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Troubleshooting: How to Fix a Light

Have a broken light but don't know why it doesn't work? Get to the bottom of it! Follow these tips...


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What to Do Within the First Year After Moving Into Your New Home

When you move into your new home, there are a number of cleaning tasks, basic projects and upgrades to consider....


Everything to Know About Sump Pump Battery Backups

A dead pump can lead to disaster. Here's how to avoid trouble


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Light Up Your Garage With Flair

A combination of showroom and task lighting does it best



How to Install a New Hard-Wired Smoke Alarm

Smoke alarms wear out. Replace them before they fail.