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Major Systems
December 05, 2012 | Wednesday
Hot Fireplace Inserts
Fireplace inserts are a great way to update an existing masonry fireplace. A traditional open-front wood-burning fire...
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REBECCA THIENES CHERNY
Major Systems
December 02, 2012 | Sunday
Bob Vila Radio: Portable Generators
With all the crazy weather events we’ve been having, portable generators are more popular every day, but you need to ...
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SARAH MONZON & BOB VILA
Major Systems
November 30, 2012 | Friday
Bob Vila Radio: Winter Ceiling Fans
Did you know you can put your ceiling fan to work year-round? Simply by reversing the direction and changing the spee...
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SARAH MONZON & BOB VILA
Major Systems
November 28, 2012 | Wednesday
Trending Now: Pellet Stoves
Practical and eco-friendly, pellet stoves are the perfect solution to a variety of home heating challenges.
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MARIE PROELLER HUESTON
Major Systems
November 27, 2012 | Tuesday
Top Tools 2012: Ryobi Tek4 Digital Multimeter
A professional-grade tool at a budget-friendly price, Ryobi's multimeter is a handy digital device with a host of importan...
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ETHAN HAGAN
Major Systems
November 27, 2012 | Tuesday
Bob Vila's 2012 Holiday Gift Guide: For the Gadget-Loving DIYer
Tool or toy? For the do-it-yourself, that line is always gray. Browse ten fun and practical holiday gifts for the gadget-c...
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CHRIS GARDNER
Major Systems
November 27, 2012 | Tuesday
Firewood: What Type Should You Use?
'Tis the season for hot chocolate and snuggles by the fire. Many newer homes have gone to gas fireplaces. They’re che...
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JENNIFER NOONAN
Major Systems
November 27, 2012 | Tuesday
Pellet Stoves: An Eco-Friendly Heating Option
As winter approaches, take a closer look at this eco-friendly option for heating your home. The warmth of a wood stov...
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MARIE PROELLER HUESTON
Major Systems
November 23, 2012 | Friday
10 Space Heaters We Love
Take the chill off this winter with one of ten design-savvy space heaters.
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REBECCA THIENES CHERNY
Major Systems
November 20, 2012 | Tuesday
10 Accessories for the Fashionable Fireplace
We've rounded up the best fireplace accessories to poke, air, and shield flames while keeping your hearth looking great.
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ANDIE HUBER
Major Systems
November 20, 2012 | Tuesday
Fireplace Maintenance Checklist
As days get shorter and weather gets colder, we retreat indoors to the warmth of our homes and hearths. If you have a...
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JENNIFER NOONAN
Major Systems
November 10, 2012 | Saturday
Bob Vila Radio: Home Automation
Whole-home wiring systems, or “smart home” systems, have been around for decades, but it’s only since wireless commun...
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SARAH MONZON & BOB VILA
Major Systems
November 05, 2012 | Monday
Preparing Your House for a Generator
When we moved to the beach in Southern Delaware, we had lots of "future improvements" in our new-construction buildin...
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JENNIFER NOONAN
Major Systems
October 21, 2012 | Sunday
Bob Vila Radio: Fireplaces
While it’s hard to argue with the romance of a crackling fire on a chilly night, your fireplace might be costing you ...
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SARAH MONZON & BOB VILA
Major Systems
October 20, 2012 | Saturday
Bob Vila Radio: Electrical Ground Rules
Make sure you’re familiar with the ground rules of home electrical work if you’re considering doing some yourself. Li...
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SARAH MONZON & BOB VILA
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