What to Know About Ductless Mini Splits
Whether you’re finishing a basement area, adding new space or just upgrading your home’s HVAC system, you owe it to...
How Circuit Breakers Work
How Circuit Breakers Work
How To Solder Copper Pipe
Have some plumbing to do, but not sure which skills you'll need? Learning how to solder, as outlined below, is...
How to Repair a Leaking Copper Pipe
5 simple steps to repair a leak
Prevent Leaks With Pipe Dope
Pipe dope plus Teflon tape prevents leaks in water pipes
How to Replace a Garbage Disposal
14 tips and tricks to avoid leaks and mistakes.
Install a Reverse Osmosis Water Filter
If you need filtered water, a reverse osmosis system is a good solution
How to Solder Copper Pipe Joints
Learn to solder copper pipe like a pro.
How to Prevent Pipes from Freezing this Winter
A frozen water line can cause pipes to burst and wreck your home
How to Use CPVC Plastic Plumbing Pipe
Easy to cut and join, no special tools, no risky soldering
How to Replace a Garbage Disposer Splash Guard
Install a new splash guard in 20 minutes
5 Heating Myths You Really Need to Stop Believing
We debunk some pretty common myths about what does and doesn't heat a house efficiently.
How To Join Galvanized to Copper Pipes
Use dielectric unions to stop corrosion.
13 ‘Cutting Edge’ Table Saw Tips
Straight from top pro woodworkers—ultra-clever tips for getting the most from your table saw.
Always Close the Toilet Lid When You Flush, Here’s Why
That lid is there for a reason!
12 Things Your Plumber Wants You To Know
Steer clear of late-night or early-morning calls to the plumber by avoiding these big mistakes.
Winter Checklist: 27 Things Every Homeowner Should Get Done Right Now
You’ll definitely regret not checking these items off of your to-do list BEFORE winter arrives.
Brown Friday: What You Can Learn From Plumbers’ Busiest Day of the Year
It’s not what you think. Learn why plumbers field so many service calls the day after Thanksgiving.
15 Things You Should Know Before Doing DIY Electrical Work
Don't do any DIY electrical work if you're not fully educated on the subject. Here is some essential knowledge...
How to Replace a Pull-Chain Light Fixture
Install a new fixture safely and quickly
How to Prevent Circuit Overloads
Circuit breakers, overloads and your electrical system.
Smart Light Switches
Easy-to-install smart light switches deliver more safety, convenience and can cut your energy bills.
How to Change a Recessed Light Fixture
Simply change the trim to change the style
How to Rewire a Lamp
With a handful of parts and about a half-hour you can safely fix almost any lamp.
How to Choose the Best Wifi Thermostat
Is a Wi-Fi enabled thermostat right for you?
Furnace Humidifier not Working? Replace it
Replacing old furnace humidifiers with energy efficient ones is better than repairing them
New Furnace Cost Considerations You Need to Know
Our experts will give you advice to help you decide when you need to replace your furnace as well as...
Mastering the Art of Electrical Conduit
Electrical metallic tubing (EMT) is strong, cheap and easy to bend once you learn how. These tips will help you...
3 Easy Furnace Repairs
… And 2 repairs to avoid