Systems
Making sure you know everything there is to know about the electrical, heating and cooling systems in your home.
The Most Essential Products for New Homeowners
From cleaning supplies to tools, here's a list of everything you'll need for your new home.
Best Off-Grid Water System Options for Your Cabin
Interested in an off-grid cabin, but not sure how to tackle the water problem? These are your options for water...
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....
Prevent Frozen Pipes With Insulation and Warm Air
Rigid insulation is the key
50 Super Dangerous Signs That Could Kill a Home Buy
You might miss some of these signs when viewing a home
10 Hazards You Haven’t Thought of at Home
Learn more about the hazards you haven't thought of at home
36 Almost Unbelievable Plumbing and Electrical Goofs
Read these DIYers' embarrassing moments stories and DIY fails from plumbing and electrical mistakes.
100 Plumbing Goofs and Other Scary Stuff
A plumbing problem is no laughing matter, but it is fun to see the problems before they're solved. Check out...
10 Things You Should Never Touch in Your House
Sometimes a DIYer has to know their limits.
40 Things You Should Know About a Home By Age 40
Home repair is learned over time
15 Things You Should Do When You Find a Burst Pipe
A burst pipe is the last thing anyone wants to tackle. But there are some quick temporary fixes you can...
Avoid Frozen Sump Pump Pipes
What seemed like an easy, inexpensive project could have turned out to be a costly disaster.
Year-Round Home Maintenance Checklist
Don't be caught off-guard! Maintaining your home is much easier than paying for big repairs. Look through this home maintenance...
10 Cool Fixtures and Hardware with a Matte Finish
Move over stainless! Over the last couple years, designers say there's been an increase in requests for matte black finishes...
Makita’s Line of Cordless Pro Cleaning Tools
Everything you need to know about Makita's new line of cordless, pro-grade cleaning tools.
Choosing the Best Water Filter for Your Home
Do you need a simple pitcher or a whole-house system? Water filtration isn't a one-size-fits-all solution to your drinking water...
What to Know About Frozen Pipes
Don't let frozen water pipes cause a flood. Here's what to know about frozen pipes, including how to prevent them...
Fact or Fiction: Is Your Tap Water Safe to Drink?
Clean, safe water is vital for drinking, cooking, bathing and more, yet most people barely give it a thought. Here's...
How to Install a Battery-Powered Touchless Faucet
Touchless faucet installation made easy.
How to Upgrade Your Bathroom Vanity
A fresh new look for your bathroom.
6 Things Plumbers ALWAYS Do In Their Own Homes
Plumbers say keeping up on a few basic tasks and best practices is the secret to a well-maintained, fully-functioning home...
The 30 Secrets a Plumber Won’t Tell You
These secrets could save you a lot of time and money. Get the scoop on things a plumber will never...
5 Top Myths About Septic Systems
There's a lot of misinformation out there about septic systems. Here's what you need to know.
The 10 Most Common Plumbing Mistakes DIYers Make
You can fix most household plumbing repairs and even update plumbing fixtures with just a few special tools and a...
Should You Have a Water Alarm In Your Home?
A water alarm alerts you to leaks in vulnerable places in your home, and can help avert serious — and...
What You Need to Know About Your Septic System’s Drainfield
Knowing how to care for and maintain your drainfield will keep your entire septic system running properly.
How to Connect Gas Pipe Lines
Use the correct fittings for a safe gas hook-up
DIY Water Heater Testing and Repair
A one-hour DIY repair that will save you the cost of calling the plumber
26 Things That Changed DIY Forever
Innovations that improved home improvement.
12 Things Your Plumber Doesn’t Want You To Know
A plumber isn't obliged to tell you it's an easy fix...