Steven Fox

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Steven Fox is an often successful but always enthusiastic DIY buff. Taking after his master mechanic father, he loves nothing better than to amuse himself trying to figure out how things work and how to fix them when they won’t.

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DECEMBER 8, 2019 | SUNDAY
How Much Snow Can a Roof Hold?

When weather stations predict frigid temperatures and record snowfall, concerns rise that roofs may not make it the full season but instead collapse under the strain of a surprising snow ...

AUGUST 2, 2019 | FRIDAY
Why Is My Dryer Not Heating? Solved!

Are you stumped by the fact that your dryer seems to take forever these days? If your clothes dryer needs more time to dry a load now than when you first purchased it, don’t jump to repla...

DECEMBER 9, 2016 | FRIDAY
Too Hot Upstairs, Too Cold Downstairs? Here’s What to Do

It's the 21st century! It shouldn't be such a struggle for owners to heat their homes evenly enough to enjoy total comfort and efficiently enough to achieve low energy costs. But still, e...

SEPTEMBER 25, 2016 | SUNDAY
The Best Way to Heat a Home with High Ceilings

As summer heat gives way to fall’s cooler temperatures, daily activities—from dinners to DIY projects—migrate back indoors. But really, how much more comfortable are you indoors with your...

AUGUST 25, 2016 | THURSDAY
How To: Choose a Radiant Floor Heating System

This article has been brought to you by Warmboard. Its facts and opinions are those of BobVila. com. Whether it's a new floor for the living room or new cabinetry for the kitchen, remodel...

JULY 28, 2016 | THURSDAY
The Pros and Cons of Radiant Heat

It's no surprise if home heating doesn't rank high on your list of priorities right now, but let's face it: If you were uncomfortable at home last winter, you are going to be uncomfortabl...

MAY 24, 2016 | TUESDAY
What Type of In-Floor Heating Is Right for You?

This article has been brought to you by Warmboard. Its facts and opinions are those of BobVila. com. Spring has arrived at last. But don't let the warmer weather fool you into forgetting ...

MAY 2, 2016 | MONDAY
Is Your AC Safe from Brownouts and Power Surges?

It's almost impossible to overstate the importance of electronics and appliances in our lives today. We are sounded by equipment that beeps and whirs, blinks and buzzes. From the systems ...

MARCH 10, 2016 | THURSDAY
6 Overlooked Ways to Warm Up a Chilly Room

As temperatures drop and the weather gets dicey, we relocate ourselves—as well as our daily activities—indoors for warmth, shelter, and comfort. But as most homeowners know, the indoors d...

FEBRUARY 25, 2016 | THURSDAY
3 Fixes for Oil Stains

Cooking oil appears in many forms—olive, vegetable, canola, etc. —and is a necessary ingredient for almost anything you whip up in the kitchen. But everyday accidents are almost as common...