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Can You Pour Cooking Grease Down the Drain? No. Here's Why

Apr 20, 2021

Even though they're liquids, you really shouldn’t pour grease, oil or animal fat down any kind of drain — including your toilet. The reason why is a little gross. Here’s what you need to know.

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'Burning, Smoking, Melting': 800 PureLine Pool Pump Motors Recalled for Fire Danger

Apr 20, 2021

If you bought a pump motor for your swimming pool online from Inyo Pool Products in the past four years, you’ll want to verify whether yours is affected by a recent federal safety alert. The Consumer Product Safety Commission on March 25 announced that Inyo Pool Products Inc., of Longwood, Fla., is recalling about 800 PureLine 1.5 HP Pool Pump Motors due to a defect that could cause the motors to overheat — posing a fire hazard and already having resulted in 26 reports of motors “burning, smoking or melting.”

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How to Remove a Garbage Disposal

Apr 09, 2021

Removing a garbage disposal is a lot easier than it might seem but you still need to do it with care. Here is a step-by-step way on how to do remove a garbage disposal properly.

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How to Install a Fire Sprinkler System in Your House

Apr 08, 2021

Fire sprinkler systems can reduce property damage in the event of a fire. More importantly, they can help save lives. But to be effective, they must be installed properly. Here's a step-by-step guide.

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How to Retrieve Your Wedding Ring From the Sink Drain

Apr 07, 2021

If your wedding ring has slipped down the drain, you can probably execute the rescue all on your own. Read on for a step-by-step guide to getting that ring back on your finger.

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Everything 'Bout the Kitchen Sink: A 5-Step Installation Guide

Mar 26, 2021

It may not seem like the most glamorous of kitchen projects compared to, say, installing granite countertops or putting in new stainless steel appliances, but upgrading a sink can increase functionality and elevate your space. Heck, it may even make dishwashing feel like less of a chore.

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Here’s Why Your Water Is Discolored — and What You Can Do About It

Mar 23, 2021

The appearance of brown or yellow water in the home is often the result of minerals or sediments in your water supply. Luckily, there are a few ways to resolve the issue. Here's what you need to know.

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How to Remove a Sink Stopper

Mar 06, 2021

The pop-up plug stopper on your bathroom sink can be tricky. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to remove a sink stopper so that it can be replaced or the drain can be properly cleaned.

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How to Replace or Install a Bathroom Faucet

Feb 25, 2021

Installing or replacing a bathroom faucet is usually a simple DIY project. Here's a step-by-step guide to get you started.

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Backed Up in the Garage? Here’s How to Unclog Your Floor Drain

Feb 22, 2021

When you notice that stagnant, sludgy liquid sitting on top of your garage floor grate, you might suddenly feel fear bubbling up inside you. Learn how to face your fear and get things flowing again when your garage floor drain is clogged using our handy guide.

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