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When assembling a tool kit for home improvement, maintenance, and construction projects, one of the first items purchased is often a power drill, followed by an assortment of drill bits. ...
If you dream of owning a home that looks like it was taken straight out of a Norman Rockwell painting, you’re not alone. Older homes appeal to a wide range of buyers in search of the char...
Many things we use every day in our homes, gardens, or workshops are so common that we may find it hard to believe they’re classified as hazardous waste and should as a result should be d...
During the construction, a builder will take many precautions to protect a house from water damage, and one of the most important is the installation of window flashing—thin material that...
From roaches and rats to bedbugs and spiders, creepy-crawly pests—like their human counterparts—seem to enjoy living in large cities.
When you awaken to a snow-covered vista, your first thought is likely to be about clearing your sidewalk and driveway, but don’t forget the snow on your home’s roof. Wet snow can weigh as...
Layering on sweaters is one way to stay warm in a poorly insulated house, but while you’re bundling up, your furnace is still working overtime to ward off the chill and your home’s water ...
Sitting at a desk all day has long been associated with “secretary’s spread”—the phenomenon of sedentary office workers gaining weight gradually over time. But doctors at the Mayo Clinic ...
Moving to a new home can be exciting, but it can also be nerve-racking. You may have just a few short weeks (or days) to pack your belongings, hire a moving company, and take care of all ...
Our homes rely on water—as long as its safely contained in a pipe, sink, tub, or appropriate appliance, like a dishwasher. But water can fast become the enemy if it goes where it shouldn’...
