How to Connect Old Wiring to a New Light Fixture
Mount an electrical box in a plaster wall
Round Ductwork Installation Tips
Installing ductwork isn't hard when you have these expert tips.
How to Install Surface-Mounted Wiring and Conduit
Adding a new light or receptacle to your garage or basement is easier than you think.
Noisy Gas Fireplace Blower? Here’s How to Replace it
A professional fireplace service company charges about $400 to do the job (parts and labor). But you can replace the...
How to Use a Digital Multimeter and Analog Multimeter
Test batteries, electrical circuits, broken appliances and more with this helpful tool.
10 Electrical Safety Checks Homeowners Should Do Every Year
It's important to conduct an occasional electrical safety check on your home. The process is quick and easy, and finding...
How to Wire a Doorbell With 2 Chimes
Two options for installing extra ringers
Installing a Remote Motion Detector for Lighting
Wire a remote sensor to operate light fixtures anywhere around the house.
Repair a Light Fixture
One minute fix for a light socket
How to Install an In-Line Cord Switch
Replace a standard lamp switch with an in line switch
15 Tips for Choosing LED Bulbs for Your Home
LED lights use less energy, last longer and come in many different colors. If you've been attracted by LED lighting...
Extension Cord Repair
Simple steps for replacing an extension cord plug
How to Replace a Well Pump Pressure Switch
Replace a cranky old switch in about an hour.
How To Replace a Wall Phone Jack
Replace a faulty phone jack in 10 minutes.
Cable and Telephone Wiring
Upgrade communications wiring and hardware for better reception with less interference.
How to Fix a Lamp Cord
Follow the rules of polarity for a safe fix.
No Water, Now What? 27 Tips to Prepare for a Water Outage
When disaster strikes and there’s no water coming out of the tap, don’t get left high and dry. Instead, follow...
This is What Happens When You Flush a Goldfish Down the Toilet (Hint: Don’t Do It)
Here's what happens when you flush a goldfish down the toilet.
The 10 Best Air Purifiers for Every Room in Your House, According to a Microbiologist
Breathe easy! We've found the best air purifiers to use throughout your home.
Weird Furnace Smells? This Could be Why!
Here's how to determine if it a minor or major problem.
Once-Important Electrical Knowledge Homeowners Don’t Need to Know Anymore
If you don't use a landline, why would you need to know how to wire a phone jack? See what...
Tankless Water Heaters: A Buyer’s Guide
Is a tankless water heater for you?
7 Tankless Water Heater Myths You Need to Stop Believing
These myths might make you think tankless water heaters aren't effective!
HVAC Troubleshooting: 12 Things to Check Before Calling a Pro
When your air conditioning, heating or ventilation systems go on the fritz, it can seem like you’ll have to put...
9 Ways to Hide an Air Conditioner Outside
As long as you don't block the air flow and you make sure the AC unit is accessible, covering that...
10 Vital Home Maintenance Tasks You’ll Regret If You Forget
You probably already have a home maintenance checklist: Replace the furnace filter each season, shut off water spigots before...
18 DIY Fixes for Broken Electrical Items at Home
Don't give up hope on your favorite sconce, extension cord or other electrical thing when it stops working! You can...
Home Air Cooling Tips
Six strategies for keeping your home cool
What You Should Do with Crowded Electrical Boxes
Double the box size without destroying the wall.