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Common Dryer Repairs You Can Do Yourself

Dryer not working? Don't despair. You might be able to fix it yourself.

Remodel Your Kitchen with a Custom Range Hood Kit That’s Easy to DIY

If you're looking for a creative focal point in your upcoming kitchen remodel, try building your own range hood with...


How to Build a DIY Infrared Sauna

Get all the benefits of a sauna without the expensive health club membership.


The Best Alternatives for Products and Materials Facing Supply-Chain Issues

Everything seems like it's out of stock this summer. Here are reliable alternatives to some things that are in high...


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What to Do Within the First Year After Moving Into Your New Home

When you move into your new home, there are a number of cleaning tasks, basic projects and upgrades to consider....

How to DIY Laundry Room Shelves

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


The Most Essential Products for New Homeowners

From cleaning supplies to tools, here's a list of everything you'll need for your new home.

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10 Women Inventors Who Changed Home Life Forever

From the circular saw to Scotchgard, inventions by women revolutionized our homes. In honor of Women's History Month, we spotlight...


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10 Space Heater Safety Tips for Your Home

Space heaters can boost home warmth, but they can cause fires if you aren't careful. Here are 10 space heater...


How to Choose the Right Robot Vacuum

There's a lot to love about robot vacuums, the compact, computerized vacuum cleaners that clean floors without any effort on...


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How to Prevent Water Damage in the House

Water damage from frozen pipes, ruptured washer hoses, leaking supply lines and dripping water heaters costs billions every year. This...

What Is a Water Softener and How Does It Work?

Depending on where you live and your water supply, investing in a water softener to pull harsh minerals out of...


How to Choose the Right Water Softener

How to Choose a Water Softener How to Size a Water Softener


5 Kitchen Flooring Ideas That are Trending Right Now

Ready to update your kitchen? One way to freshen up the look of a kitchen is with new flooring. Whether...


7 Tankless Water Heater Myths You Need to Stop Believing

These myths might make you think tankless water heaters aren't effective!


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How to Hide an Air Conditioner: 9 Clever Ways

As long as you don't block the air flow and you make sure the AC unit is accessible, covering that...

Fix a Sinking Air Conditioner Pad

Rescuing a sinking air conditioner pad before it goes under


Easy Sticker Removal Trick You’ll Wish You Knew Sooner

Don't worry about those stickers any longer.


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How to Balance a Wobbly Ceiling Fan

Stop the wobble and make your fan run smoothly in 15 minutes.


How to Install Ceiling Fans

It's easier than you think, even on an angled ceiling.


No Hot Water? Restore It Yourself

No more hot water? You may need a new thermocouple.


13 Tips for Winterizing Your House Plumbing

We all know that water expands when it freezes. That’s not a problem with the ice cubes in your freezer,...


How to Install a Ceiling Fan Remote

Upgrade your fan with a ceiling fan remote.


21 Bunk Bed Ideas for Instant Inspiration!

Fan Spotlight: These Family Handyman readers put their woodworking and carpentry skills to good use, designing fun and functional bunk...


How to Use a Pressure Washer

Wash siding, concrete floors, decks and even your car faster and easier.

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With Ceiling Fans, You Get What You Pay For

If you’ve ever shopped for ceiling fans, you've probably been struck by the huge price variations. Fans with the same...


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...


12 Easy Things Everyone Should Know How to Fix

Whether you're a new homeowner or an expert DIYer, knowing how to fix these common household problems can save you...


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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...


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DIY Pour-Over Coffee Maker

Move over Keurig! This pour-over coffee maker brews a mean cup o’ joe in an instant—and it takes up less...


How to use Big Pavers for a Small Patio

We used large salvaged pavers to improve the usability of this small brick oven patio.