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Cobra Tools Pistol-Grip Power Drum Auger: How To Use, Pros, Cons & Where to Buy
Don't waste your money on a plumber. Instead try this inexpensive, easy-to-use Family Handyman Approved power drum auger.
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What Is a P-Trap?
Curious about P-traps, how they function and what to look for when you buy one? Here's what you need to...
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What To Know About Rerouting a Water Shutoff Valve
Where's that water shutoff valve when you need it? Avoid flooding disasters and make repairs easier by putting it where...
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15 Common Plumbing Terms You Should Know
Every house has plumbing, and if you want to understand yours, you've got to know the lingo. You'll have more...
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How to Create a Home Spa Bathroom
See the ways you can easily transform your bathroom into a spa oasis, from replacing shower fixtures to upgrading lighting...
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How to Change a Shower Head in 3 Easy Steps
Replacing your shower head is as simple as one, two, three.
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How to Fix a Toilet Handle
If jiggling the handle doesn't solve the problem, one of these simple fixes probably will.
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How to Install a New Bathroom Faucet in 8 Steps
Learn how to upgrade your bathroom faucet the DIY way. You can do this.
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How to Repair a Garden Hose
Fix leaky garden hoses quickly and cheaply.
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Winterize Your Irrigation System With This Handy $15 Device
Winterizing your irrigation system each fall can set you back some serious money if you pay a service to...
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Stop Hiring Out These 10 Home Repairs
Every homeowner should know a trustworthy electrician, plumber and carpenter. But having them do small jobs can get expensive. Consider...
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How to Replace a Kitchen Sink Basket Strainer
Replace a sink strainer—it’s easy!
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How to Unclog Anything
Toilets aren’t the only clog-prone fixture homeowners have to deal with. Check out what else is susceptible to clogging—and how...
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Top 10 Plumbing Fixes You Can Do Yourself
Save money by doing simple plumbing repairs yourself. These fixes are completely DIY with basic tools and skills.
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Better Plumbing: Easy, No-Leak Connections
Use pipe thread sealant on plastic, rubber or metal, on washers, rings or gaskets, and especially, on anything that has...
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40 Home Mysteries Explained
Stop racking your brain and learn how to solve these common home mysteries right now.
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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....
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Think the Bathroom from Trainspotting was Bad? These Bathrooms Come Close to That
You might want to cover your eyes for some of these...
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Everything to Know About Sump Pump Battery Backups
A dead pump can lead to disaster. Here's how to avoid trouble
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9 Super-Simple Toilet Tune-Ups
Check out these 9 amazingly-simple ways to optimize your flush
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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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Why Old Homes Have Small Galvanized Pipes Sticking Out of the Ground
The galvanized pipes can cause environmental damage, so it's best to identify them as soon as possible!
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Copper Pipe Types
The pros and cons of thicker and thinner copper pipe.
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98 Plumbing Goofs and Other Scary Stuff
A plumbing problem is no laughing matter, but it is fun to see the problems before they're solved. Check out...
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15 Things You Should Do When You Find a Burst Pipe
A burst pipe is the last thing anyone wants to tackle. But there are some quick temporary fixes you can...
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Avoid Frozen Sump Pump Pipes
What seemed like an easy, inexpensive project could have turned out to be a costly disaster.
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How to Install a Touchless Faucet
Faucet installation made easy.
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7 Things Plumbers Always Do In Their Own Homes
Plumbers say keeping up on a few basic tasks and best practices is the secret to a well-maintained, fully-functioning home...