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    Fran Donegan
    Fran Donegan is a writer and editor who specializes in covering remodeling, construction and other home-related topics. In addition to his articles and blogs appearing in numerous print and digital media outlets, he is the former executive editor of the consumer magazine Today's Homeowner and the managing editor of Creative Homeowner Press, a book publisher. Fran is the author of two books: Paint Your Home (Reader's Digest) and Pools and Spas (Creative Homeowner Press).
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    By Fran J. Donegan
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    Home Hacks & Answers
    By Fran J. Donegan
    A water heater in a small white room.
    Water Heater Installation Basics — A Start to Finish Guide
    Home Hacks & Answers
    By Fran J. Donegan
    Stairs leading to craftsman house
    How to Pick the Best House Paint
    Home Hacks & Answers
    By Fran J. Donegan
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    Wall Sconces: Types and How to Choose
    Home Hacks & Answers
    By Fran J. Donegan
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    How to Add an Ice Maker to Your Fridge
    Home Hacks & Answers
    By Fran J. Donegan
    Small craftsman bungalow
    Asphalt Shingles: A Cost and Buyer’s Guide
    Home Hacks & Answers
    By Fran J. Donegan
    Dripping Faucet
    How to Replace an Outdoor Faucet
    Home Hacks & Answers
    By Fran J. Donegan
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    How to Hire a Carpet Cleaner (And What It Should Cost)
    Home Hacks & Answers
    By Fran J. Donegan
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    What Is a Ventless Gas Fireplace? A Complete Buyer’s Guide
    Home Hacks & Answers
    By Fran J. Donegan
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    A Homeowner’s Guide to PEX Pipe
    Home Hacks & Answers
    By Fran J. Donegan
    brick chimney
    What Is a Chimney Liner — And What Does It Do?
    Home Hacks & Answers
    By Fran J. Donegan
    stackable washer and dryer
    Washing Machine Drain Standpipe: A Beginner’s Guide
    Home Hacks & Answers
    By Fran J. Donegan
    Corner of the new modern house with roof and gutter and wooden shutter
    6 Easy Gutter Repairs You Can Do This Weekend
    Home Hacks & Answers
    By Fran J. Donegan
    An in-ground swimming pool surrounded by landscaping
    How Much Does Pool Installation Cost? (And Tips on How to Hire for the Job)
    Home Hacks & Answers
    By Fran J. Donegan
    Double doors made of dark wood, the main entrance to the home. Two windows with light wood frames, one on either side of the door.
    5 Ways to Fix a Warped Door
    Home Hacks & Answers
    By Fran J. Donegan
    Low Angle View Of Electric Fan Hanging On Wooden Ceiling
    How to Install a Ceiling Fan: Step-by-Step DIY Instructions
    Home Hacks & Answers
    By Fran J. Donegan
    Wood deck with retro pink chairs, surrounding a picnic table, with surrounding trees.
    How to Spray Paint Metal Furniture for a Lasting Finish
    Home Hacks & Answers
    By Fran J. Donegan
    a bungalow with a gray wooden exterior and a red front door
    12 Essential Tools for Exterior House Painting
    Home Hacks & Answers
    By Fran J. Donegan
    Close up of garage and front porch
    How Much Does Garage Door Replacement Cost?
    Home Hacks & Answers
    By Fran J. Donegan
    A blue screen door on a blue house with white windows; two flower pots with pink flowers are on either side of the door
    How to Measure for a New Screen Door or Storm Door
    Home Hacks & Answers
    By Fran J. Donegan
    White lightswitch and outlet on marble wall
    Light Switch Not Working? Here Are 4 Common Problems and Fixes
    Home Hacks & Answers
    By Fran J. Donegan
    Marked Hail Damage On A Roof
    How to Find and Repair Hail Damage on the Roof
    Home Hacks & Answers
    By Fran J. Donegan
    A front lawn of a Spanish style white house with terra-cotta roof tiles
    How to Hire a Roofer
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