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Jan 23, 2021
Anti-self-cleaning-oven sentiment abounds on the home-enthusiast-blog circuit, with many advising against ever using the feature. Reasons offered include blown fuses, overheated control panels, carbon-monoxide emissions, excessive smoke and even full-on house fires. Do you use yours? If not … why?
Jan 22, 2021
Removing a dishwasher is actually a simple task that can be accomplished by nearly any DIYer. When the time comes to replace an old dishwasher, use our step-by-step process on how to remove a dishwasher yourself — instead of spending the extra money to have a technician do it for you.
Jan 22, 2021
Congratulations on finishing your drywall hanging, but that doesn’t mean it’s time to just hang out — you’re not finished until you’ve finished. When the drywall finishing process is done, the wall surface will be perfectly smooth and the joints will be invisible. That’s where taping and mudding comes in.
Jan 22, 2021
One of the ways to protect yourself is by investing in maintenance. Properly maintaining the materials and systems in your home will keep them functioning longer and save you the stress and convenience costs of emergency replacements.
Jan 21, 2021
A home inspector from Texas shares a few of his horror stories. Sometimes, the scariest homes are the ones that look amazing on the outside — but an inspection uncovers creepy crawlies and disasters waiting to happen!
Jan 21, 2021
Jetted bathtubs accumulate bacteria, grime, mildew and soap scum. Learn to clean a jetted tub in a few simple steps using ordinary household items.
Jan 19, 2021
Homeowners can clean their air ducts themselves with the right tools and a handful of helpful tips. Get our advice on when to do it yourself — and when to call a professional instead.
Jan 19, 2021
Solar panels generate clean, renewable energy from one of the greatest, most abundant sources of energy available: the sun. Investing in solar energy is getting easier and more affordable every day. Check out our step-by-step guide to solar panel installation.