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  • DIY plumber being handed slip-joint pliers
    Interior Home Repair
    By Ron Baker

    Think Twice Before Tackling Drain Clogs And Leaks Without The Proper Equipment

    When you have a clogged drain, you always want to make sure you have the correct equipment. Our expert explains what you need and why it is important.

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  • Woman plunging the sink and calling for help
    Experts
    By Ron Baker

    The Big Difference Between Plungers (And Which Is Right For Your Job)

    Chances are you've been using a cup plunger, meant for sink clogs, on your toilet this whole time. Here's some expert advice on using the right one.

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  • Garage door with decorative magnets
    Design Hacks
    By Rob Johnstone

    Elevate The Look Of Basic Garage Doors With An Affordable Solution

    Want the look of a fancier garage door without putting down money for a remodel? There's a way to achieve this result for less than $20 & it takes 10 minutes.

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  • Sealing concrete driveway with an acrylic-based product
    Exterior Home Repair
    By Ron Baker

    3 Top-Rated Concrete Sealers That Are Worth Buying, According To Reviews

    It's hard to go TOO wrong with concrete sealers, but these are definitely the top 3 easy, affordable products to get the maximum results you're looking for.

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  • guy fixing a garage door
    Exterior Home Repair
    By Rob Johnstone

    The Best Way To Lubricate A Noisy Garage Door (And How Often You Need To)

    Garage door getting awfully noisy lately? Grab a can of WD-40 and spray down each part of the garage door in this sequence (& don't forget the first step).

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  • Taking care of wood furniture
    Experts
    By Rob Johnstone

    3 Simple Tricks To Keep Your Wooden Furniture In Tip-Top Shape For Years To Come

    Wooden furniture holds up amazingly over time ... if you take care of it properly. Here are three key maintenance tips from our expert woodworker.

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  • white colored splotches of water stains on hardwood floors
    Experts
    By Rob Johnstone

    How To Remove Water Stains From Wood Using Items You Already Have At Home

    Water stains on your wooden furniture, walls, doors, floors, or countertops? Don't panic. Remove unwanted marks and refresh the wood using some household items.

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  • woman painting wooden door red
    Painting
    By Gabrielle Hondorp

    How To Pick The Perfect Front Door Color To Boost Your Home's Curb Appeal

    Choosing the right color matters when it comes to front doors. Here are some tips to identify the right & wrong choices for maximum curb appeal.

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  • Person closing cabinet doors
    Interior Home Repair
    By Rob Johnstone

    How To Fix Misaligned Cabinet Doors In A Few Simple Steps

    Your cabinet doors get a lot of use (and overuse) and have to hold up, but sometimes, their alignment slips. How can you fix this? It's all in the hinges.

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  • Couple discussing by light of a laptop during power outage
    Interior Home Repair
    By Ron Baker

    How To Tell If A Circuit Breaker Is Bad (And The Next Steps To Take)

    It can be difficult to determine if you've got a bad circuit breaker. There are steps you can take before deciding to repair, replace, or call an electrician.

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  • stained wooden siding visible on a house
    Experts
    By Rob Johnstone

    Wood Siding Vs. Vinyl Siding: Which Is Right For Your Home?

    If you're ready to update or build your house's exterior siding, consider the pros and cons of wood or vinyl options, including design, cost, and longevity.

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  • buying lumber
    Experts
    By Rob Johnstone

    Intimidated By Buying Lumber? Here Are The Options We'd Recommend (And Where To Shop)

    Buying lumber for your DIY woodworking project can seem terrifying at first, but don't sweat it: Our master woodworker is here with your guide to success.

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  • The valve connection for a pipe is completely frozen over, covered in icicles.
    Repair
    By Jason Rochlin

    Will Frozen Pipes Thaw On Their Own And Can You Speed Up The Process?

    Frozen pipes are the nightmare of every homeowner in a cold climate. If it happens, here's your guide to the next steps you need to take.

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  • garage in winter with door open and ATV
    Home Improvement Hacks
    By Gabrielle Hondorp

    Cold Garage? Skip The Space Heater And Warm It Up With These Affordable Solutions

    You don't need a space heater to warm up your freezing cold garage. There are alternative, more affordable solutions for heating up this space in your home.

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  • A set of electrical fuses are being inspected by a single finger.
    Interior Home Repair
    By Jason Rochlin

    The Hidden Dangers Of A Circuit Breaker That Keeps Tripping

    If your circuit breaker won't stop tripping, you should quickly investigate the cause before one of these hidden dangers becomes apparent. Here's what to know.

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  • Light installation on swimming pool wall
    Exterior Home Repair
    By Ron Baker

    How To Safely Replace A Pool Light (& Dangerous Mistakes To Avoid)

    Water and electricity is a deadly combination, but you can replace a pool light yourself - if you're very, very careful, and shut off the circuit breaker first.

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  • Man painting or sealing siding from an extension ladder
    Exterior Home Repair
    By Ron Baker

    3 Tips For Buying The Right Extension Ladder

    Extension ladders freak people out, for obvious reasons, but can be a must-have for many homeowners. Here are 3 tips to choosing the right one for your needs.

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  • Protecting house with insurance policy
    Real Estate
    By Brandy Eaklor

    13 Events Your Homeowners Insurance Likely Doesn't Cover

    You may depend on homeowners insurance for unexpected events that occur at your house, but there are 13 you should know about that your policy may not cover.

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  • woman wearing goggles looking at blade on wood for DIY project
    DIY
    By Rob Johnstone

    Safety Basics To Know Before Embarking On A DIY Project

    DIY projects can be gratifying, and it's great to work with your hands in the garden, yard, garage, or shed. But safety is (and should be) your top concern.

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  • Person's hand preparing to plug a cord into an electrical receptacle
    Interior Home Repair
    By Ron Baker

    Should You Freak Out If Your Outlet Sparks?

    Oh no. Your outlet is sparking. Should you be freaking out, or is it no big deal? Here's what to know about the sparks coming from receptables when you plug in.

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  • Person shoveling snow from driveway
    Exterior Home Repair
    By Charlotte D. Miller

    One Place You're Forgetting To Remove Snow (& It Could Cause Major Problems)

    Snow is falling, and you've got the shovel or snowblower out and ready to clear the walkways. But most people forget to remove snow from this dangerous spot.

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  • woman in a white shirt using a caulking gun to apply a line of caulk along the top of a white tile wall where it meets the drywall
    Interior Home Repair
    By Erika Dale

    The Difference Between Caulking And Silicone (& Which Is Right For You)

    Yes, there is a difference between caulking and silicone, and there are ideal times to choose each sealant. Before you start a DIY project, know their uses.

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  • Finger pressing buttons on thermostat
    Windows, Doors & Walls
    By Ethan Harrison Smith

    Heating Bill Too High? There's A Cheap Fix You're Overlooking

    Winter heating bills are always a pain, but it's very possible you're wasting hundreds of dollars on something that a very easy DIY fix will take care of.

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  • A series of three European wall outlets with one electrical plug in the leftmost socket.
    Home Security
    By Jason Rochlin

    Can You Install Foreign Wall Outlets From Other Countries Into Your Home?

    Maybe you're immigrating to the US and want to keep your appliances. Maybe your family overseas visits often. Is it legal (or safe) to replace your US outlets?

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  • empty garage with white cabinets and shelves and concrete floor
    Floors & Ceilings
    By Jillian Chapman

    Here's Why Your Garage Floor Is Always Wet (& If You Should Worry)

    If the floor in your home's garage always feels a little damp, you may be concerned that something is wrong. You should know the source of the wetness first.

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  • chicken wire framed around a garden
    Home Improvement Hacks
    By Ethan Harrison Smith

    Chicken Wire Might Be The Reason Your Home Has Terrible Wi-Fi Signal

    If you have a bad Wi-Fi signal inside of your home, the cause might not be what you expect. Chicken wire could be in your house. Luckily, there could be a fix.

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  • old wooden furniture sitting outside
    Experts
    By Rob Johnstone

    Save Your Outdoor Wood Furniture From Rotting With These Expert Tips

    If you want to stop your outdoor wood furniture from succumbing to rot, follow these expert tips. Your wooden chairs and tables just need a little TLC.

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