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    How to Choose the Best USB Outlet for Your Home or Garage

    Find out what you need to know about the different types and installation requirements of USB outlets for your home...


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    Is Expensive Toilet Paper Actually Bad for Your Toilet?

    There are a lot of ways that a toilet can get backed up. But what if it's actually your expensive...


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    DIY Guide to Adding Outlets & Conduits To Your Garage

    Upgrade your garage wiring the correct and easy way. We'll show you how to add outlets to a garage without...


    This is the Best Way to Cut PVC Pipe

    Unless you have three hands, you're going to want to check out this tip.


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    How to Install a Ceiling Fan

    It's easier than you think, even on an angled ceiling.



    How to Reduce Static Electricity in Your House

    The shocking truth about static electricity, and what you can do about it.


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    No Hot Water? Restore It Yourself

    No more hot water? You may need a new thermocouple.

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    How to Adjust Your Water Heater’s Temperature

    Be safe—keep the water heater temperature setting at 120 degrees F.


    Why Is the Furnace Drain Trap Full of Water?

    Clear a clogged condensate drain with a few simple steps.


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    13 Tips for Winterizing Your House Plumbing

    We all know that water expands when it freezes. That’s not a problem with the ice cubes in your freezer,...


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    12 Tips for Water Damage Repair

    Once you've shut down the water source and electricity, you may be staring at puddles and wondering, "What now?" Now...


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    How to Lubricate a Lock in a Pinch

    Simply rub the teeth of the key with a sharp pencil until the surface is covered with graphite. Don’t be...


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    How to Install a Deadbolt Lock

    Keep unwanted guests from coming through your doors


    Is Radon in Your Water?

    Radioactive radon gas is the leading cause of lung cancer for non-smokers and the second leading cause of lung cancer...


    Intermatic Whole-House Surge Protection

    All the electronics in your house need surge protection. Learn about an Intermatic surge protector option here.


    Why You Should Freeze Pipes on Purpose

    Most homeowners are concerned with how to keep pipes from freezing during the winter. But consider this situation contributing editor Kurt...

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    10 Silent Signs Your House has a Major Plumbing Problem

    Catch plumbing issues before it's too late.


    How to Replace a Water Heater Thermocouple

    Save your hot water heater with a new thermocouple!


    Installing Communication Wiring

    Installing Cat-5 and coaxial cable for Internet, computer, telephone and other uses.


    What You Need to Know About Foam Board Insulation

    Foam board insulation is a terrific alternative to fiberglass. Learn why, and where to use it.


    How to Install a Duct Booster Fan

    Fine tune your heating and cooling system


    How to Install a Ceiling Fan Remote

    Upgrade your fan with a ceiling fan remote.

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    Hide Ugly Radiators With These Stylish Cover Ideas

    Radiators are large, immobile and often, ugly, but they are effective for heating living spaces. With these 12 unique radiator...


    How To Repair a Cut Extension Cord

    For this extension cord wiring repair, all you need is a new plug!


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    Fishing Electrical Wire Through Walls

    Run electrical cable through walls and across ceilings without tearing them apart by fishing wire


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    5 Furnace Filter Myths You’ll Want to Know

    Negligent about replacing your furnace filter regularly? It's costing you clean indoor air and extra money on utility bills, unnecessary...


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    How to Connect a PVC Pipe to ABS Pipe

    This is the best way to connect these two types of pipes