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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.
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.”
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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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.