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How to Care for Your Water Heater

Keep your water heater running efficiently and reliably with this simple maintenance routine.

Tips to Make Your Roof Last as Long as Possible

Whether your roof is brand-new or years old, here’s what you need to do to keep it in the best possible shape for the longest possible time.

Insulation Types and Tips

Here’s our take on your home insulation options, with tips on cost effectiveness and whether to DIY or hire a pro.

The 9 Super Useful Tools Every DIYer Needs

That tape measure you have? It’s probably all wrong.

Tips and Tricks to Remove Stains and Muck From Your Walls

Clean walls are the best prep you can do for a paint job you won’t have to repeat any time soon

Get Rid of Mold: DIY or Hire a Pro?

Here’s how to tell if you can get rid of mold yourself or if you need a professional.

How Much Does Professional Mold Removal Cost?

Not all mold experts are equal. We explain how to find reputable mold remediation experts and inspectors.

How Much Does It Cost to Fix Foundation Problems?

Foundation repairs run the gamut from simple DIY fixes to major reconstruction. Learn more about foundation repair costs and when it’s best to call a pro.

Identifying House Foundation Problems

Foundation problems may mean expensive repairs. Here’s what to look for to keep small concerns from becoming big headaches.

4 Ways to Avoid Foundation Problems

Until it cracks or leaks, most of us don’t think about our home’s foundation. That’s our first mistake.

French Drain and Curtain Drain Design: What You Need to Know

Feeling soggy? A French drain, or curtain drain, removes excess surface water so you won’t need hip boots to cut the grass.

99-Cent Store Solution #3: Patch Drywall Hole

Yesterday’s torn-screen fix cost all of $1.98 (including an impulse purchase). Today’s is the priciest in this weeklong series — but still under $10.

5 Things You Forgot to Clean in Your Bathroom

Your bathroom, one of the rooms you clean most, hides areas that rarely see a scrub brush. It’s time to tackle these 5 nasty spots you probably forgot.

Attic Cleaning: What You Can’t See Can Hurt You

Attic cleaning removes allergens and respiratory irritants that can make your family sick.

How to Clean Up (and Forget the Nightmare) of Basement Flooding

You can cope with the soppy mess. Here’s how.

6 Unexpected Places Mold Can Hide in Your Home

Mold is sneaky. To find it, check in these unusual places that provide mold with the water and food it needs to grow.

How to Replace Weather Stripping

When weather stripping on doors and windows gets worn out, cold air comes sneaking in. Here’s how to replace weather stripping and stop air leaks.

French Drains: When You Need Them

If you have a soggy yard or a wet basement, then a French drain is your cure. Here’s how they work, when to use them, the different types and cost.

Tips for Replacing a Sump Pump

Replacing a sump pump isn’t rocket science, but you should buy a new one well before your old pump poops out, leaving you high and not-so-dry.

8 Easy Ways to Seal Air Leaks Around the House

Plug energy-robbing gaps, start saving money, and enjoy a more comfortable home.

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