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Become a more well-rounded professional with these insights into life as a pro in the trades.

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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.


    50 Super Dangerous Signs That Could Kill a Home Buy

    You might miss some of these signs when viewing a home


    Here’s When to Know If It’s Time to Hire a Professional Painter

    It’s the age-old tale: Do it yourself, or hire a professional?


    39 Charming Tiny Homes That We’d Love to Own

    Tiny home living never looked so good.


    12 Things You Should Always Ask a Contractor Before Building a House

    The idea of building a new home is exciting. However, if you don't ask your contractor the right questions prior...


    50 Abandoned Houses That Would Look Great Restored

    If you think these abandoned houses look cool now, just imagine them restored!


    Home Inspection Myths You Need to Stop Believing

    Make sure you understand the nature of home inspections


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    What to Consider When Preparing Your Site for a Build

    Before you can start building a cabin or home, you need to prepare the site. Here are the steps for...

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    12 Silent Signs Your House Has Foundation Problems

    Cracks, gaps and more can be serious signs of foundation issues with your home.


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    How to DIY Laundry Room Shelves

    Convert your dreary basement laundry into a functional, organized and finished workspace.


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    10 Signs Your Air Conditioner Is Failing and Needs Repair

    Worried your A/C unit is nearing its final rest? Here are some telltale signs your air conditioner is failing.


    10 Ways to Landscape Without Planting Something

    Don't have a green thumb? Here are some great landscaping options that don't require planting.


    How to Split Hostas

    Splitting hostas will make for a healthier plant and will propagate new plants. Here's when, and how, you split hostas.


    The Getaway

    The Family Handyman Getaway is an ambitious project that redefines what it means to build a cabin. Our team of...


    5 Best Noise-Cancelling Headphones for Construction

    Protect your hearing while you work with these noise-reducing headsets.


    DIY Home Inspection Tools

    Spot expensive problems before you make an offer on a new home


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    Your Spring Home Maintenance Checklist

    When winter departs, it's time to check for damage and prepare for the hot weather ahead.

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    Risks of Skipping a Home Inspection

    Thinking of skipping a home inspection? You may have a better chance of sealing the deal, but there are significant...


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    When Should I Fertilize My Lawn?

    The more you know, the more your grass will grow. Here are the best ways to maximize your lawn fertilization...


    How to Paint Concrete Floors

    Transform your concrete basement or garage floor with a fresh coat of paint.


    10 Things To Do When You Have Contractor Problems

    There's nothing quite like a home renovation that's firing on all cylinders. It's easy to get excited when your contractor...


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    10 of the Toughest Home Improvement Jobs

    Some home improvement projects may look easy, but once you get going, you quickly realize things can be tougher than...


    12 Home Inspection Red Flags You Can Actually Overlook (For Now)

    When buying a home, the home inspection can be one of the most stress-inducing parts of the process. Will the...

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    The Pros and Cons to Renovating an Old House

    The pros and cons of renovating an old house


    12 Things to Watch with a Home Appraisal

    Whether buying or selling a house, knowing what goes into an appraisal is valuable knowledge. Check out some things to...


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    110 Nightmarish Home Inspector Scenarios

    After seeing these real-life home inspector photos (and picking your jaw up off of the floor), you’ll wonder what these...


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    Epic Homeowner Fails Brought to You By Home Inspectors

    Our friends at Structure Tech in St. Paul, MN, look at homes all across the Twin Cities. These are just...


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    Home Inspector Nightmares: Volume 25

    Here’s another batch of photos from our home inspector friends. If these fixes are any indication of what people are...


    What’s the Difference Between a Castle and a Palace

    What's the difference between a castle and a palace?