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Stop for a moment and consider the number of appliances in the home that run on gas. These days, many stoves, furnac...
This workhorse does much more than just keep the mirrors clear. Read on to learn why a new bathroom fan should be a priority home upgrade, whether you have an upc...
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If you take these steps to safeguard your plumbing system now, you could reduce the risk of future plumbing problems and even increase the useful life of some of ...
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Summer tests your ability to keep your cool—both literally as you cope with the heat and figuratively as you fume ov...
Dependable air conditioning is essential for keeping comfortable during the sweltering days of summer, so homeowners ...
Ward off water woes in your front, back, or side yard with a few improvements to your landscaping.</p> The following article is paid advertising created in p...
Prepare yourself for seasonally elevated pollen counts as well as all-year-long allergy triggers like dust and mold by taking care of a few home maintenance tasks...
Bad-tasting drinking water and dingy clothes are just two indications that your home could benefit from a water filtration system. Here are some other signs to lo...
In a era where convenience is king, it's no wonder that smart thermostats have been integrated into so many homes. Th...
Q: Our water heater is on its last legs. I’ve increased the temperature on the tank to its highest setting, but the w...
Get to know the solutions smart homeowners employ to prepare for snow, ice, and freezing cold temperatures—and their disastrous side effects. This article ha...
From time to time, homeowners forget to shut off the water supply to an outdoor faucet when they're winter-proofing t...
Whether it's water rising dangerously high in a toilet bowl or a child’s pronouncement that the bathtub water just wo...
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Create hip, functional home goods out of flanges, elbows, and other basic fittings. This article has been brought to you by SupplyHouse.com. Its facts and op...
If you’ve had the same hot water heater for longer than 10 years—the standard lifespan—it's smart to consider replaci...
Q: We recently bought a beautiful old house, but the former owners never installed a vent fan in the bathroom. After ...
Thanks to their solid construction and simple design, toilets often outlast other bathroom fixtures, but they don’t l...
Today, with the help of cross-linked polyethylene (PEX) pipe, plumbing work has become more efficient for professiona...
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When a home's plumbing system is operating problem-free, homeowners rarely give any thought to the water heater. It's...
Before you can build functional, stylish furniture for your home, you need a truckload of power tools and a craftsman...
Your home represents your single greatest investment, and you treat it accordingly by taking precautions to safeguard...
If you pore over the energy bill each and every month but rarely give a thought to your water heater, you're missing ...
In cities and suburbs, folks enjoy virtually uninterrupted access to clean, potable water. But if you live in one of ...
Let's face it: Owning a home isn't cheap. You're on the hook for mortgage payments and property taxes, of course, as well as maintenance and repair expenses. Unde...
Americans enjoy easy, take-it-for-granted access to some of the cleanest, clearest water in the world. Still, even wa...
Homeowners rarely do their own plumbing, right? Wrong. Nowadays, intrepid do-it-yourselfers rely on their own skills ...
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It's almost second nature: You turn on the shower and go off to do something else, knowing full well that it will tak...
Heating and cooling doesn't come cheap—especially if your HVAC system has to work harder to overcome heat loss due to...
Popular taste in decor changes over time, and even types of furnishings come and go. For example, these days TVs that...
Did you know that in the United States fires kill more people than all non-fire natural disasters combined? Perhaps e...
Walk into any home on any street in any town and you are likely to see the same fire safety features that you have in...
Because they're typically out of sight—in the basement or a back closet for instance—water heaters are largely out of...
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Does this sound familiar? You step outside on a hot day, and though the weather may not be ideal, you can certainly t...
Believe it or not, showers use (and waste) more water indoors than any other single household activity or chore. In f...
The average homeowner rarely gives the boiler a second thought—until there's a problem. Fortunately, as the engine th...
Have you ever been spooked by strange banging, clanking, or thumping sounds coming from your water pipes whenever you...
Of all the hazards that strike fear into the heart of the average homeowner, surely ice dams must rank near the top o...
You're standing over the kitchen sink or next to the shower, all the while waiting, waiting, and waiting for the hot ...
This time of year, homeowners around the country bemoan the high cost of home heating and naturally seek out ways to ...
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Every home has one—a room that never feels quite comfortable in the winter, no matter the set temperature. To supply ...
Believe it or not, in one fell swoop you can lower your energy bills and improve the air quality in your home. The se...
Sure, there may be calm before the storm, but afterward, once the dark clouds have given way to sunshine, there's oft...
Of all the housekeeping chores that people tend to dread, there may be none more widely reviled than cleaning the toi...
Smart-home technology has been developing for years now, with forward-looking manufacturers pioneering ever more inge...
Quick-connect, push-fit plumbing has been taking a bite out of local plumbing trades, as homeowners discover the ease...
You're stepping daintily out of the shower when—bam!—you’re hit with a shock of cold air that makes you want to scamp...
In the United States, we are fortunate not to have to think much about water quality. Most of us simply turn on the t...
If you spend time on projects in the garage, or if you're lucky enough to enjoy a stand-alone workshop, chances are t...
If you know anything at all about pipe insulation, you know that it goes a long way toward preventing frozen pipes. T...
Though winter's worst storms are likely yet to come, many homeowners around the country have already had ample opport...
If you've gone out to buy a light bulb recently, chances are you've hesitated over the unfamiliar selection. Traditio...
Colder temperatures mean one thing: Winter looms on the horizon, so the time has come to make sure that your heating ...
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The air in your home may not be as fresh as you think it is. If you're not careful, indoor air can harbor not only be...
Summer has arrived, and with the inexorable heat comes the inevitable hunt—for the perfect air conditioner, that is. ...
Temperatures are climbing. With the dog days of summer just around the corner, the perfect time to shop for a new air...
While we often take a hot shower or bath for granted, it's important to note that up to 20% of a household's annual e...
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Comfortable, even, and efficient, radiant heat systems are becoming a popular option for many homeowners today. But t...
Homeowners seeking a better way to control temperatures throughout the home should examine the benefits of a zoned he...
Scratchy throats, frequent nosebleeds, dry skin, and static electricity can be common occurrences in winter—particula...
Drafts got you down? If your goal is to achieve even, comfortable heat and warm floors, then you may want to look int...
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Baseboard heaters have been an extremely popular choice for many homes since the mid-1950s—and unfortunately, many of...
Everyone is talking about “on demand” these days, but the buzz has moved well beyond movies and videos and into the w...
Humidity is not only uncomfortable, it is damaging to your home, particularly indoors where it can lead to peeling pa...
Hot and muggy summer weather outside can mean excess moisture inside. Mold and mildew, musty odors, condensation, war...
Now that summer has arrived, it's definitely time to focus on home cooling. If your house does not have central air c...
Looking for a small home improvement that yields big results? A programmable thermostat, properly installed and confi...
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