Handy Plumbing Tips and Tricks
Here are nine of our favorite simple tricks and tips to save you plumbing headaches around the house.
How to Choose the Best Whole House Fan for Your Home
A time-tested cooling solution that uses 90% less energy than your air conditioner
5 Common Building Code Violations
Check your home for these potentially hazardous situations
How to Fix a Fluorescent Light
Cure flickering fluorescent lights in minutes
How To Splice Underground Wire
Make a splice that will last longer than the wire
How to Wire a Lamp Socket
Revamp an old lamp or build one from scratch with this guide on how to wire a lamp socket!
How to Reset a Tripped Circuit Breaker
You probably already know how to reset a circuit breaker, but what about your kids or baby-sitter? Use this tutorial...
How to Install a Gas Stove—Without Dangerous Leaks
Install gas appliances correctly
How to Repair or Replace Defective Water Heater Dip Tubes
Check your water heater in case you have a defective dip tube.
How to Wire a Garage (Unfinished)
How to add outlets and lights to an unfinished garage.
How to Save on Heating Costs in an Apartment
Is your apartment uncomfortably cold in the winter? Here's how to warm it up without increasing your energy bill.
Preventive Pipe Maintenance Beats Clog-Busting
A little forward planning saves big headaches later on.
How to Keep Drains From Clogging
Take these steps to prevent most clogs and nasty backups. You'll thank us later.
How To Keep Pipes From Freezing At Your Cabin
Frozen pipes at a vacant summer cabin are a catastrophe in the making. To avert disaster, take some precautions before...
7 Best Outdoor Flood Lights to Light Up Your Property
The best outdoor flood lights are a smart way to secure your home, add curb appeal and brighten up your...
One-Piece vs. Two-Piece Toilets: What’s the Difference?
Before you buy your next toilet, understand the difference between a one-piece vs. two-piece toilet, and see which option is...