Profressional Trades

Ever wonder what practices, principles, tools and materials pro carpenters can't live without? Discover nine of them so you can...

If you find yourself working alone on a jobsite, follow these best practices for safety and productivity.

So, you bought — or perhaps inherited — an...

Getting ready to embark on some DIY electrical work? Think safety first and dodge these common mishaps pro electricians know...

This has been a particularly rewarding year for The Home Depot thanks to fervent public interest in home improvement and...

We talked with a self-described ski-bum-turned-veteran-plumber to learn the five things he wishes he would have known when he started...

A poor framing job can bring a whole mess of problems, so we asked a professional framing carpenter how to...

Who knew the best place to buy paint was from your couch? These online retailers will deliver to your doorstep—no...

Becoming a tile setter can lead to a career with steady work, good wages and visible results clients appreciate.

Ever wonder what concrete is really made of? Read this and find out.

Insulation keeps your home the temperature you want — as long as it's installed correctly. Here are five common insulation...

A lot of good gardening advice has been passed down through the generations, but some erroneous recommendations have trickled down...

Adapt your ductwork design to ensure adequate system airflow for homeowners who intend to use their blower filter as a...

Property managers who need to solve home issues for hundreds of tenants can provide contractors with an endless stream of...

Installing cooling is surprisingly easy with a mini-split system. Here, we'll show you how to do it yourself.

The Home Depot offers a wealth of materials, resources and a customer-friendly return policy. But there are a few secrets...

People who learn how to become a house painter share a common endpoint: entrance into a rewarding, high-demand career.

It's been a long winter and you're ready to start some yard work. But before you grab that rake or...

Carpenters are in demand. If you're interested in a career in the trades, here's what you need to know about...

Learn how to become a plumber through a local apprenticeship or trade school program.

We followed a concrete crew for the day in order to find out the process behind their black concrete aprons....

We visited a truss plant and asked about the most common mistakes framers make when installing with trusses.

You can tell a good paint job because the new wall paint is only on the wall. We asked a...

Synthetic underlayment is taking over the roofing industry, which comes as no surprise given all the benefits. Find out why...

A simple but helpful summary of what the IRC code says about building stair rise, run, and nosing.

Our pro taper shares his three-day, step-by-step taping routine. He gave us some great tips that will help you end...

Check out these five attachment blades that can unlock the true potential of your oscillating multitool.

Have a question about drywall? Here is our ultimate guide to all things drywall, from joint compound to corner bead...

Apply painter's tape faster and more effectively so you can start painting sooner and make fewer mistakes.