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Types of Attic Insulation: Pros and Cons
What’s the best attic insulation? That depends on your definition of “best”. An expert home inspector goes through which attic insulation types work best in specific situations.
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Did You Know You Can Return Building Materials?
Clear up some clutter in your workshop and make a little money by returning those unused building materials.
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Which Exterior Renovation Adds the Most Value to a House?
Not all exterior renovation projects are created equal. These are the ones that add the most value at resale.
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What Are the Most Common Home Insurance Claims?
Break-ins and theft account for six percent of insurance claims for Travelers Insurance. Find out the most common homeowners insurance...
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20 Home Renovations That Instantly Increase Your Home Value
These are the top renovations that increase home value. Some are easy and inexpensive updates that you can do over...
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12 Most-Bang-for-Your-Buck Home Improvement Projects
Home improvement projects don't always have to have big-budget price tags. If you're looking to sell or just want to...
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10 Important Things to Consider when Buying a House
Buying a house is a big decision. Have you considered these items?
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4 Proven Methods for Creating Wood Joints
Make strong, long-lasting joints without needing years of woodworking expertise or a big budget.
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Innovations for Life
Family Handyman’s innovative homeLAB is an urban testing ground where editors test the latest products and share with readers how...
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18 Reasons Why It Might Be Time for You to Move
There's no decision quite like the choice to move to a different home, whether you're staying in the same area...
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9 Tool Hacks You’ll Use Time and Time Again
Tools are usually designed with one task in mind, but many can be used for all sorts of jobs.
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14 Pro-Approved Tips for Achieving Tight Miters Every Time
Get to know these pro tricks for air-tight mitered joints.
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How To Build Your Own Truck Storage System
Hauling around your tools and equipment just got easier. These field-tested tips from a fellow pro will help turn your...
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Must-Know Pro Tips and Tools for Measuring and Marking
A collection of tips and tools for all the different kinds of measuring and marking that happen on the job.
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5 Best Resources for Women in Skilled Trades
Succeeding as a woman in a historically male-centric industry is no small task. Here are some of the best resources...
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How to Master Your Hole Saw
A good hole saw kit is a staple in every pro's arsenal. Check out these great tips to drill faster,...
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Trailer Safety Checklist and Tips You Need to Know
Hauling trailers can be dangerous, but for many people in the trades it is a daily necessity. Get a trailer...
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Electrical Questions Answered By An Electrical Inspector
Everything you wanted to know about breaker panels and more. A veteran electrical inspector answers your questions.
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Tips for Concrete Fasteners and Masonry Screws
No matter which trade you're in, eventually you're going to tackle a project that requires fastening to bricks, blocks or...
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13 Ways Master Woodworkers Use Wood Clamps
Pro woodworkers share their best tips and tricks for clamping wood, whether you are on the worksite or in the...
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How to Hang Drywall: Pro Tips for Cutting and Installing
A good framing crew makes drywall hangers whistle while they work. Follow these great hanging suggestions, and you can make...
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5 Tips for Cleaning and Maintaining Your Plumbing Snake
Consistent maintenance of your drain-cleaning equipment reduces effort on site and prolongs its useful lifespan.
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Genius Reciprocating Saw Pro Tips That Will Save You Time and Money
A reciprocating saw is a powerful, versatile tool. We’ll show you a few tricks to help you get more out...
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Everything to Know About DIY Spray Foam Insulation Kits
We dug up some great installation tips to help you spray safely and get the most bang for your precious...
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Tips for Tighter Miters and Better Coped Joints
New to construction? Want to brush up on your trim techniques? Check out this story.
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12 Tips for Bending Metal with a Bending Brake
A metal brake is the tool for bending custom metal flashing and decorative trim. Every siding contractor and most roofers...
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Best Practices for Trim Removal
There’s an art to removing trim. Learn how to salvage the trim you want, while keeping the collateral damage to...
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8 Tips for Cleaning and Maintaining Your Shop Vac
Taking time to tidy your vacuum prolongs reliable, efficient operation.
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Pro Tips for Basement Finishing
These are great tips on how to solve many of the problems you're likely to encounter when working on your...
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Pro Tips and Tricks for Installing Laminate Flooring
We talked with a flooring expert to get some installation tips that will help you avoid humps, bumps, gaps and...
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Tips and Techniques for Pouring Self-Leveling Underlayment
We’ll show you the step-by-step process to achieve a perfectly flat and level underlayment that’s smooth as glass.