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Solved! How Concerned You Should Be About Cracks in the Walls

DIY

Solved! How Concerned You Should Be About Cracks in the Walls Solved! How Concerned You Should Be About Cracks in the Walls

By: Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila

6 Ways to Stop Chimney Fires Before They Start

DIY

6 Ways to Stop Chimney Fires Before They Start 6 Ways to Stop Chimney Fires Before They Start

By: Manasa Reddigari, Bob Vila

How To: Measure for Window Blinds

DIY

How To: Measure for Window Blinds How To: Measure for Window Blinds

5 Signs It’s Time to Replace a Subfloor

Building & Installing

5 Signs It’s Time to Replace a Subfloor 5 Signs It’s Time to Replace a Subfloor

By: Tom Scalisi, Bob Vila

Solved! What Cracks in the Basement Floor Really Mean

Basements

Solved! What Cracks in the Basement Floor Really Mean Solved! What Cracks in the Basement Floor Really Mean

How To: Finish Drywall Joints

DIY

How To: Finish Drywall Joints How To: Finish Drywall Joints

By: Kit Stansley, Bob Vila

Repair Drywall with Less Hassle

DIY

Repair Drywall with Less Hassle Repair Drywall with Less Hassle

By: Michael Franco

3 Fixes for a Garage Door That Won’t Close

DIY

3 Fixes for a Garage Door That Won’t Close 3 Fixes for a Garage Door That Won’t Close

By: Brenda Silva

Solved! 4 Reasons Why Your Dishwasher Isn’t Drying

Appliances

Solved! 4 Reasons Why Your Dishwasher Isn’t Drying Solved! 4 Reasons Why Your Dishwasher Isn’t Drying

By: Michelle Ullman, Bob Vila

What’s Causing That Burning Smell Coming from the Dryer? Solved!

Appliances

What’s Causing That Burning Smell Coming from the Dryer? Solved! What’s Causing That Burning Smell Coming from the Dryer? Solved!

By: Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila

Solved! What to Do When Your Dishwasher Isn’t Cleaning

Appliances

Solved! What to Do When Your Dishwasher Isn’t Cleaning Solved! What to Do When Your Dishwasher Isn’t Cleaning

By: Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila

How To: Drain a Washing Machine

Appliances

How To: Drain a Washing Machine How To: Drain a Washing Machine

By: Katelin Hill, Bob Vila

Solved! What to Do When Your Oven Is Smoking

Appliances

Solved! What to Do When Your Oven Is Smoking Solved! What to Do When Your Oven Is Smoking

By: Manasa Reddigari, Bob Vila

How To: Find a Roof Leak

DIY

How To: Find a Roof Leak How To: Find a Roof Leak

How To: Tighten a Toilet Seat

Bathrooms

How To: Tighten a Toilet Seat How To: Tighten a Toilet Seat

By: Amy Lynch, Bob Vila

Solved! What to Do When Your Kitchen Sink Is Clogged

DIY

Solved! What to Do When Your Kitchen Sink Is Clogged Solved! What to Do When Your Kitchen Sink Is Clogged

By: Michelle Ullman, Bob Vila

Solved! What It Means When Your Toilet Hisses

Bathrooms

Solved! What It Means When Your Toilet Hisses Solved! What It Means When Your Toilet Hisses

By: Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila

Solved! What to Do About a Leaking Garbage Disposal

Appliances

Solved! What to Do About a Leaking Garbage Disposal Solved! What to Do About a Leaking Garbage Disposal

Solved! What to Do When Your Toilet Starts Overflowing

Bathrooms

Solved! What to Do When Your Toilet Starts Overflowing Solved! What to Do When Your Toilet Starts Overflowing

Everything You Need to Know About Winterizing Pipes

DIY

Everything You Need to Know About Winterizing Pipes Everything You Need to Know About Winterizing Pipes

By: Emily Burns Morgan, Bob Vila

Noisy Radiator? Here’s How to Shush It

DIY

Noisy Radiator? Here’s How to Shush It Noisy Radiator? Here’s How to Shush It

By: Steven Fox, Bob Vila

Solved! How to Prevent Doors from Slamming

DIY

Solved! How to Prevent Doors from Slamming Solved! How to Prevent Doors from Slamming

By: Michelle Ullman, Bob Vila

21 Brilliant Hacks for Everyday Home Repairs

DIY

21 Brilliant Hacks for Everyday Home Repairs 21 Brilliant Hacks for Everyday Home Repairs

By: Manasa Reddigari

4 Tips for Repairing a Leaky Roof

DIY

4 Tips for Repairing a Leaky Roof 4 Tips for Repairing a Leaky Roof

By: Larry Bilotti, Bob Vila

The Dos and Don’ts of Clearing a Clogged Sink

DIY

The Dos and Don’ts of Clearing a Clogged Sink The Dos and Don’ts of Clearing a Clogged Sink

By: Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila

Get Your Fix: 20 Easy DIY Repairs for Every Part of Your Home

DIY

Get Your Fix: 20 Easy DIY Repairs for Every Part of Your Home Get Your Fix: 20 Easy DIY Repairs for Every Part of Your Home

By: Manasa Reddigari

Here’s Exactly What You Can Expect to Pay a Handyman

DIY

Here’s Exactly What You Can Expect to Pay a Handyman Here’s Exactly What You Can Expect to Pay a Handyman

By: Debbie Dey for Puls

Cool Tools: The All-in-1 Fix for Just About Any Hole in the Wall

DIY

Cool Tools: The All-in-1 Fix for Just About Any Hole in the Wall Cool Tools: The All-in-1 Fix for Just About Any Hole in the Wall

By: Manasa Reddigari

Solved! What to Do About Cracks in a Concrete Driveway

DIY

Solved! What to Do About Cracks in a Concrete Driveway Solved! What to Do About Cracks in a Concrete Driveway

By: Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila

3 Ways to Avoid Replacing Your Concrete Sidewalk

DIY

3 Ways to Avoid Replacing Your Concrete Sidewalk 3 Ways to Avoid Replacing Your Concrete Sidewalk

By: Glenda Taylor

7 Important Reasons Never to Skip Your HVAC’s Yearly Checkup

DIY

7 Important Reasons Never to Skip Your HVAC’s Yearly Checkup 7 Important Reasons Never to Skip Your HVAC’s Yearly Checkup

By: Glenda Taylor

Cool Tools: An Easier Way to Repair and Finish Drywall

DIY

Cool Tools: An Easier Way to Repair and Finish Drywall Cool Tools: An Easier Way to Repair and Finish Drywall

By: Glenda Taylor

The Truth About Clog-Free Gutters

DIY

The Truth About Clog-Free Gutters The Truth About Clog-Free Gutters

By: Caitlin Castelaz

Genius! Clean Your Gutters without a Ladder

DIY

Genius! Clean Your Gutters without a Ladder Genius! Clean Your Gutters without a Ladder

By: Manasa Reddigari

Bob Vila Radio: Removing the Knockouts in Electrical Boxes

DIY

Bob Vila Radio: Removing the Knockouts in Electrical Boxes Bob Vila Radio: Removing the Knockouts in Electrical Boxes

Quick Tip: Use Vinegar to Give Wood a Weathered Look

Cleaning & Organizing

Quick Tip: Use Vinegar to Give Wood a Weathered Look Quick Tip: Use Vinegar to Give Wood a Weathered Look

By: Jill Lawrence O'Hara

3 Fixes for a Gasoline Odor

DIY

3 Fixes for a Gasoline Odor 3 Fixes for a Gasoline Odor

Quick Tip: Fix Wood Scratches with This Favorite Snack

DIY

Quick Tip: Fix Wood Scratches with This Favorite Snack Quick Tip: Fix Wood Scratches with This Favorite Snack

By: Kathleen Corlett

10 Emergencies Every Homeowner Should Know How to Handle

DIY

10 Emergencies Every Homeowner Should Know How to Handle 10 Emergencies Every Homeowner Should Know How to Handle

By: Debra Immergut

A Step-by-Step Solution: Pre-Cut Treads and Risers

Building & Installing

A Step-by-Step Solution: Pre-Cut Treads and Risers A Step-by-Step Solution: Pre-Cut Treads and Risers

By: Larry Bilotti

Rock Salt vs. Sand to Prevent Slips

DIY

Rock Salt vs. Sand to Prevent Slips Rock Salt vs. Sand to Prevent Slips

By: Jennifer Noonan, Bob Vila

Can Your Deck Last Another Season?

Deck, Patio & Porch

Can Your Deck Last Another Season? Can Your Deck Last Another Season?

By: Benjamin Feldman for Puls

3 Reasons Why a Sealant Is the Key to Winter-Proofing This Year

DIY

3 Reasons Why a Sealant Is the Key to Winter-Proofing This Year 3 Reasons Why a Sealant Is the Key to Winter-Proofing This Year

By: Glenda Taylor

Solved! How Long Do Fire Extinguishers Last?

DIY

Solved! How Long Do Fire Extinguishers Last? Solved! How Long Do Fire Extinguishers Last?

By: Amy Lynch, Bob Vila

5 Reasons Not to Buy Replacement Windows (…and Go with Window Inserts Instead)

DIY

5 Reasons Not to Buy Replacement Windows (…and Go with Window Inserts Instead) 5 Reasons Not to Buy Replacement Windows (…and Go with Window Inserts Instead)

By: Oliver Harriett

How To: Prepare for a Hurricane

DIY

How To: Prepare for a Hurricane How To: Prepare for a Hurricane

By: Donna Boyle Schwartz

How To: Sharpen a Pocket Knife

DIY

How To: Sharpen a Pocket Knife How To: Sharpen a Pocket Knife

By: Steffani Cameron

Wood Filler: Your Secret Weapon for Fast and Easy Furniture Fixes

DIY

Wood Filler: Your Secret Weapon for Fast and Easy Furniture Fixes Wood Filler: Your Secret Weapon for Fast and Easy Furniture Fixes

By: Jennifer Noonan

3 Things to Know Before You Invest in Granite Counters

Countertops

3 Things to Know Before You Invest in Granite Counters 3 Things to Know Before You Invest in Granite Counters

By: Donna Boyle Schwartz

Solved! What to Do About a Flooded Basement

Basements

Solved! What to Do About a Flooded Basement Solved! What to Do About a Flooded Basement

By: Steffani Cameron

Solved! What to Do About a Leaky Roof

DIY

Solved! What to Do About a Leaky Roof Solved! What to Do About a Leaky Roof

By: Steffani Cameron

3 Steps to Prepare a Room for Hardwood Flooring

DIY

3 Steps to Prepare a Room for Hardwood Flooring 3 Steps to Prepare a Room for Hardwood Flooring

By: Oliver Harriett

Cool Tools: Is This the Only Adhesive You’ll Ever Need?

DIY

Cool Tools: Is This the Only Adhesive You’ll Ever Need? Cool Tools: Is This the Only Adhesive You’ll Ever Need?

By: Donna Boyle Schwartz

The Dos and Don’ts of Cleaning Cast Iron

Cleaning & Organizing

The Dos and Don’ts of Cleaning Cast Iron The Dos and Don’ts of Cleaning Cast Iron

By: Cara Stevens, Bob Vila

Quick Tip: The Easiest Way to Minimize Grout Stains

DIY

Quick Tip: The Easiest Way to Minimize Grout Stains Quick Tip: The Easiest Way to Minimize Grout Stains

By: Manasa Reddigari

How To: Make Your Own Grout Cleaner

DIY

How To: Make Your Own Grout Cleaner How To: Make Your Own Grout Cleaner

By: Donna Boyle Schwartz

Quick Tip: Detect Air Leaks for Only $1

DIY

Quick Tip: Detect Air Leaks for Only $1 Quick Tip: Detect Air Leaks for Only $1

By: Sarah Littleton

3 Fixes for Tarnished Silver

DIY

3 Fixes for Tarnished Silver 3 Fixes for Tarnished Silver

By: Donna Boyle Schwartz

Achieve Lower Bills and Cleaner Air with One Simple Replacement

DIY

Achieve Lower Bills and Cleaner Air with One Simple Replacement Achieve Lower Bills and Cleaner Air with One Simple Replacement

By: Donna Boyle Schwartz

How To: Get Rid of Grass Stains

Cleaning & Organizing

How To: Get Rid of Grass Stains How To: Get Rid of Grass Stains

By: Jennifer Noonan

Bob Vila Radio: Use a Hairdryer to Fix Torn Vinyl Flooring

DIY

Bob Vila Radio: Use a Hairdryer to Fix Torn Vinyl Flooring Bob Vila Radio: Use a Hairdryer to Fix Torn Vinyl Flooring

So, You Want to… Level a Concrete Floor

DIY

So, You Want to… Level a Concrete Floor So, You Want to… Level a Concrete Floor

By: Donna Boyle Schwartz

Bob Vila Radio: Why Is the Tap Water Brown?

DIY

Bob Vila Radio: Why Is the Tap Water Brown? Bob Vila Radio: Why Is the Tap Water Brown?

Bob Vila Radio: Raising Sunken Pavers

Deck, Patio & Porch

Bob Vila Radio: Raising Sunken Pavers Bob Vila Radio: Raising Sunken Pavers