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5 Things Your HVAC Technician Wishes You Knew

By Sandi Schwartz

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What Is Water Hammer, and How Can I Fix It?

By Glenda Taylor, Updated by Theresa Clement

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How to Drill Into Concrete

By Steffani Cameron, Bob Vila, Updated by Theresa Clement

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Bob Vila’s 10 “Must Do” Projects for March

By BobVila.com Staff

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Sump Pump Installation: A Step-by-Step Guide

By Theresa Clement, Bob Vila, Joe Provey, Updated by Michelle Larson

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The One Project Pro Painters Never Do in Their Own Homes

By Sandi Schwartz

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Don’t Forget This Important Interior To-Do Before Spring Arrives

By Sandi Schwartz

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The Best Silicone Sprays of 2026—Expert Picks

By Timothy Dale

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The Best Caulk for Showers of 2026: Tested and Reviewed

By Manasa Reddigari, Tom Scalisi

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Skipping the Big Game? 6 Easy Home Projects to Tackle on Super Bowl Sunday Instead

By Jenny Stanley

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How to Get Rid of Ice Dams—and Prevent Them in the First Place

By Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila, Evelyn Auer

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The Best Dryer Vent Cleaning Kits of 2026, Tested By Experts

By Paul Rankin, Becky Helzer, Michelle Larson, Kathleen Corlett, Kara Illig, Additional research provided by Stacey L. Nash

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7 Innovative Shovels That Make Clearing a Snowy Driveway Easier

By Jennifer Noonan

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The 2025 Must-Haves for Repairs and Renovations of Any Size

By Michelle Larson

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17 Home Updates You Can (and Should) Do in Winter

By Theresa Clement, Jamie Birdwell-Branson

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Stopping Drafts at the Door Costs Less Than $5 Right Now

By Glenda Taylor

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How to Sharpen Scissors

By Jennifer Noonan

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How to Remove Rust From Metal: 8 Effective Methods

By Bob Vila

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15 Types of Weatherstripping to Help Cut Energy Costs

By Joe Provey, Bob Vila, Updated by Paul Rankin

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40 Tasks Homeowners Should Finish Before the First Frost

By Michelle Ullman, Caitlin Castelaz, Theresa Clement

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5 Home Improvements I’m Making for Under $100 This Fall

By Kathleen Corlett

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The Best Carpet Cleaners for Busy Households, Tested

By Michelle Larson, Amber Guetebier, Debbie Wolfe, Additional research provided by Timothy Dale

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The Dos and Don’ts of Clearing a Clogged Sink

By Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila

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Bondo Is a Do-It-All Repair Material—So Why Don’t All Pros Like It?

By Timothy Dale

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How to Seal Granite Countertops

By Steffani Cameron, Phillip Tinner, Updated by Gretchen Heber

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How to Splice Wires for Home Electrical Projects

By Robert Ferguson, Bob Vila, Gretchen Heber

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How to Use a Caulk Gun

By Rachelle Dragani, BobVila.com Staff

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Why Is There Fireplace Smoke in My Home?

By Manasa Reddigari, Bob Vila, Updated by Paul Rankin

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How to Remove Moss From a Roof

By Bob Vila, Margaret Foley

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Joint Compound vs. Spackle: What’s the Difference? 

By Katelin Hill, Bob Vila, Updated by Theresa Clement

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How to Remove Water Stains From Wood

By Deirdre Mundorf, Bob Vila

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The Dos and Don’ts of Caulking Windows

By Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila, Updated by Theresa Clement

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How to Fix a Hole in a Door

By Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila

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We Tested the 9 Best Exterior Caulks. Here Are Our Top Picks to Keep Your Home Dry

By Timothy Dale, Tom Scalisi

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We Researched 30 Marble Sealers—Our Top Pick is Long-Lasting and Easy to Apply

By Tony Carrick

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How to Remove Drywall Anchors

By Theresa Clement

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How to Fix Scratches on Wood Floors

By Andreana Lefton, Bob Vila, Updated by Tony Carrick

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How to Clean Oven Door Glass 

By Jennifer Noonan, Gretchen Heber

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How to Turn Off Water to Your House

By Katelin Hill, Bob Vila

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How to Replace a Window Screen

By Larry Bilotti, Bob Vila, Tony Carrick

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This Is the Proper Way to Clean Your Charcoal Grill

By Deirdre Mundorf

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How to Tell if You Have Hard Water

By Tony Carrick, Glenda Taylor

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How To Keep Outdoor Wood Beautiful Year-Round: Best Sealers for the Job

By Tony Carrick, Additional research provided by Timothy Dale

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How to Clean Granite Countertops

By Teresa Odle, Bob Vila

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Young Homeowners Are DIY-ing More, According to a New Survey

By Sandi Schwartz

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How to Prepare for a Hurricane

By Donna Boyle Schwartz, Updated by Margaret Foley

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Convinced There’s Mold in Your Window Air Conditioner? Take Your AC Apart.

By Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila

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How to Get Rid of Water Bugs

By Bob Vila, Evelyn Auer, Updated by Paul Rankin

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We Tested the Best Paver Sealers for 3 Weeks to Find the Top Products for Protecting Your Patio

By Glenda Taylor, Ana Chevalier

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After 3 Weeks of Hands-On Testing, Here Are Best Concrete Sealers to Protect Against Stains

By Mark Wolfe, Glenda Taylor

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Water Stains on the Ceiling: Common Causes and Solutions

By Bob Vila, Teresa Odle

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This Is the One Place You Shouldn’t Caulk Around Your Window

By Sandi Schwartz

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Polycrylic vs. Polyurethane: What’s the Difference?

By Michelle Ullman, Phillip Tinner, Updated by Timothy Dale

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The Dos and Don’ts of Sealing the Deck

By Timothy Dale, Theresa Clement, Bob Vila

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How to Fix a Cracked Floor Tile Without Replacing It

By Nicole Fallon-Peek, Updated by Theresa Clement

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3 Ways to Remove a Broken Light Bulb

By Katelin Hill, Bob Vila

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How to Use a Speed Square for DIY Projects

By Steffani Cameron, Bob Vila

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How to Rekey a Lock

By Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila

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How to Fix a Crack in Glass

By Michelle Ullman

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How to Patch Drywall

By Bob Vila

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When Should You Worry About Cracks in Your Walls?

By Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila, Updated by Theresa Clement

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Waterproofing Basement Walls: The Dos and Don’ts

By Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila

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Countertop Care 101

By Elzy Kolb

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Why Is My Fridge Making Noise?

By Katelin Hill, Bob Vila, Updated by Timothy Dale