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May 30, 2021
There are several reasons a sprinkler head might need to be replaced. If the head doesn’t fully extend, retract or rotate — or if there’s a constantly leaking component — it may be time for a replacement. Read on to learn how it’s done.
May 29, 2021
A power washer is a valuable tool for maintaining the exterior of your home and your yard. While it might take ages to clean a surface by hand with soap and water, you can clean a wooden deck, your siding or a paved driveway in mere minutes with high-pressure water. Follow these simple steps to learn how to use a power washer correctly.
May 28, 2021
The TJX Companies Inc., of Framingham, Mass., is recalling about 92,000 folding chairs due to an injury hazard. According to a May 5 recall alert from the Consumer Product Safety Commission, the Vietnam-made TJX outdoor wooden folding chairs could break, causing the user to fall. TJX has received 18 reports of the chairs breaking or collapsing — 15 of which resulted in falls that caused minor injuries, including neck injuries and cuts.
May 27, 2021
There’s more than one way to clean a sink drain, especially if you want the method to be as efficient as possible. While baking soda and vinegar are effective cleaners, if it’s been a while since you last cleaned the sink, they might not be enough. Here’s our guide to deep-cleaning your drain.
May 27, 2021
Whether it’s because you’re remodeling, shifting things around or moving house, you’ll eventually need to move your clothes washer. While it might seem like a simple activity, there are certain things you should know before you begin the process. Here's a quick how-to guide.
May 26, 2021
Remember that time in February 2021 when North Texas looked more like the North Pole after a bone-rattling blast of arctic air from the Rocky Mountains blew through the area, bringing snow, ice and historic subzero wind chills? Not the ideal time or your water heater to go down. The good news is, if you think your water heater may be in need of repair or replacement and you want to get ahead of the next weather disaster, average prices in the Dallas-Fort Worth area compare favorably with those of the state of Texas in general, as well as nationwide.
May 25, 2021
Walter Kidde Portable Equipment Company Inc., of Mebane, N.C., is recalling more than a quarter-million Kidde TruSense-brand smoke alarms and combination smoke-carbon monoxide alarms. The roughly 226,000 devices included in the May 6 recall alert have a defect that could result in failure to alert households to a fire. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, no incidents or injuries have been reported.
May 25, 2021
Replacing old or broken windows can cost a lot out of pocket — but so can the rise in your energy bills if the windows are damaged and not properly insulated. You can reduce the cost of a window replacement by removing the window yourself. Follow this step-by-step guide for how to remove a window.