The Latest in Home Maintenance and Repair

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How to Recharge a Ring Doorbell

Apr 30, 2021

The battery on your Ring Video Doorbell can withstand months of regular use before it needs a charge. However, you'll still need to throw it on the charger from time to time. Here's a step-by-step guide.

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8 Things You Should Never Put Down the Garbage Disposal (and 5 Things You Can)

Apr 30, 2021

Don't use your garbage disposal for anything that’s not food. But what foods are okay to dump down the disposal, and which are a recipe for a drain disaster? Here's what you should (and shouldn't) put in your garbage disposal.

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Fire Risk: Metal Ware Recalls NESCO Coffee Bean Roasters Over Reports of ‘Flames and Smoke’

Apr 30, 2021

Metal Ware has recalled nearly 5,400 NESCO coffee bean roasters due to a fire hazard. If you own one, first find an alternate way to make your morning cup. Then, read this.  

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How to Replace an Oven Lightbulb

Apr 29, 2021

Most of us only notice our oven light when it has gone out. But don't worry: Changing your oven light is much easier than you may think. Follow our simple steps for oven light bulb replacement and you'll no longer have to sit there wondering whether your soufflé fell.

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What Is a BTU?

Apr 29, 2021

BTU stands for British thermal unit. BTUs are a measure of the heating — or cooling — power of an appliance. Here's the 411 on BTUs.

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How to Install Baseboards: A 7-Step Guide

Apr 28, 2021

Adding or replacing baseboards is a simple enough DIY task, so long as you have a miter saw at your disposal. While the baseboard installation process isn’t difficult, the most challenging part is measuring and cutting the trim at the correct angles. Here's a step-by-step guide.

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No Hogwash: How to Install a Farmhouse Sink in 9 Steps

Apr 28, 2021

Installing a farmhouse sink is a stylish home improvement project you can do to enhance the appearance of your kitchen. The farmhouse sink installation process is a little different than the standard process for traditional sinks, so be sure to check out our step-by-step guide for how to install a farmhouse sink.

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What Are the Different Types of Screwdrivers and Their Uses?

Apr 28, 2021

here are dozens of different kinds of screwdrivers — and more cropping up all the time as manufacturers develop new types of screws. Luckily, there are really only a few varieties the average homeowner should keep on hand. Here’s a primer on screwdrivers.