Here’s Where You Shouldn’t Install Your AC
If your AC is anywhere on this list, you need to change the location ASAP.
This Tool Makes Twisting Wires So Much Easier
Try twisting wires with this handy tool
Aluminum Wiring Can Be Hazardous, Here’s What to do About It
Your home might have aluminum wiring and you need to know what to do if it's there
How to Use Pocket Change to Determine Wire Sizes
If you’re adding an outlet, you need to use wire the same gauge as the existing wiring. How do you...
Why Plastic PEX Fittings are Just as Good (If Not Better) Than Metal
If you’re concerned about using plastic fittings instead of metal for PEX, worry no more. Professional plumbers are buying three...
Sneaky Culprit of a Wet Bathroom Floor
As a longtime plumber, I always try to investigate as many possible causes as I can before leaving a job,...
Learn How to Solder Copper Pipe Yourself
Don't be intimidated by soldering. In this easy-to-follow video from GOT2LEARN, you'll see that soldering a leak-free joint is actually...
5 Brilliant Ways to Hide Wires in a Room Without Going Into the Walls
Conceal that unsightly wire without hard labor!
A Water Heater Vent Installed Like This Can Have Lethal Consequences
Installing a water heater vent incorrectly can be extremely dangerous for your family. Learn the wrong way and right way...
Never Connect a Trap to a Vertical Drain Like This
When a trap connects to a vertical drain, install a tee fitting. A “sanitary tee” gives the waste arm a...
Don’t Believe This Electrical Panel Myth
We stumbled onto an online discussion in which a homeowner claimed his monthly electric bill dropped 30 percent after he...
9 Simple Tips for a Faster Wi-Fi Network
Spinning pinwheels and slow status bars got you down? Keeping current with the latest technology is usually the fix, but...
This Nifty Trick Will Clean Up Your Air Conditioner
Not sure how to clean the sticky grime off of your air conditioner? No sweat! This trick to cleaning your...
Toilets Throughout History
Everybody poops, and for thousands of years, humans have sought better ways to dispose of it. Over the centuries, the...
Your Air Conditioner Won’t Fully Work If You Don’t Do This
Looking to make the most of your air conditioner unit? By doing this one thing regularly, you will find yourself...
Square D Plug-On Neutral Load Center (sponsored)
I started wiring panels before arch fault protection was required.
Quick Fix For Running Toilets
Here’s a nifty way to prevent the lift chain on your flapper from getting caught underneath when the flapper closes.
Fixing a Screwy Electrical Box
Grab some some zip ties to fix stripped-out screw holes on an electrical box.
How to Install a 3-Way Switch
Convert an existing two-way switch to a three-way switch and run new wire to the second switch location.
What is a 3-Way Switch and How Do They Work?
What is a 3-way switch? A three-way switch is one that allows you to control a ceiling light (or other...
12 Brilliant Uses for Duct Tape
While we wouldn't condone all of these, it's still pretty incredible to see the kinds of stuff people use duct...
How to Remember Which Breaker Goes to an Outlet
Use this method so you never forget which breaker controls which outlet.
How to Install a Ceiling Fan Mounting Bracket
Here, we'll show you how to remove an old light and install a ceiling fan mounting bracket so you can...
13 Modern Pendant Lighting Trends That’ll Light Up Your Life
Modern pendant lighting is all about clean lines, bright materials, and the right scale. Here are 14 epic trends in...
Home Inspector Nightmares: Vol. 8
In this installment of home inspector nightmares, you’ll be amazed by how much ceiling fan blades can droop. Plus, as...
Offset Toilet Flange to the Rescue
An offset toilet flange lets you swap out a modern low-flow toilet for an older water hog. Read on to...
7 Tips for Water Softener Maintenance
A water softener removes minerals from water; that means cleaner laundry, a longer life for water-using appliances, less mineral buildup...
Old Homes Can Save Big Money with an HVAC Update
Ductless mini-split HVAC systems are the best choice for old homes.
How to Connect Wires to a Receptacle and a Switch
Whether running wires to a switch or a receptacle, you need to know the proper way to connect wires to...
