The Latest in Home Maintenance and Repair

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5 Repairs That You Must Make After a Home Inspection

Jan 29, 2025

No surprises after closing: Learn why a home inspection is important and how home inspection repairs can become part of the negotiation process when buying a home.

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VIDEO: No Heat? What to Do When Your Heating System Stops Working in Winter!

Jan 28, 2025

A bona fide HVAC tech shows us the process of elimination the experts go through to identify and fix a mystery heating outage, as well as what homeowners should expect in terms of time, labor and cost.

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Amazon-Sold Window Shades Recalled for Child Strangulation Hazard

Jan 27, 2025

Federal authorities are recalling nearly 20,000 sets of roller window shades sold exclusively on Amazon.com due to entanglement and strangulation hazards for children.

Easy DIY Projects

Easy do-it-yourself projects to try next time you have some free time around the house or on the weekend!

Cleaning your HVAC system's condensate pump and lines is a simple maintenance task that can go a long way. Here's how to do it.

Cleaning the dishwasher is an easy DIY process that doesn’t require any special materials or know-how. Here's how to get the job done easily and effectively.

Over time, natural minerals can settle to the bottom of your water heater tank and reduce its efficiency, shorten its life and potentially lead to clogs. Here's how drain your water heater — a task you should perform at least once a year.

Easy DIY Projects

Easy do-it-yourself projects to try next time you have some free time around the house or on the weekend!

Cleaning your HVAC system's condensate pump and lines is a simple maintenance task that can go a long way. Here's how to do it.

Cleaning the dishwasher is an easy DIY process that doesn’t require any special materials or know-how. Here's how to get the job done easily and effectively.

Over time, natural minerals can settle to the bottom of your water heater tank and reduce its efficiency, shorten its life and potentially lead to clogs. Here's how drain your water heater — a task you should perform at least once a year.

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How Dryer Fires Start (and How to Prevent Them)

Jan 26, 2025

More than 15,000 dryers catch fire annually in the U.S., causing millions in property damage, hundreds of injuries and several fatalities. The good news is that most laundry fires are preventable.

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9 Electrical Questions to Ask When Buying a House

Jan 25, 2025

Getting answers to the right electrical questions is critical during the home inspection process. Learn nine questions you should ask.

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What Is a 'Builder-Grade' House?

Jan 24, 2025

When you're looking for your next home — or considering building one — it's essential to consider whether you want builder-grade or higher-end features.

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Why Is My Water Heater Leaking?

Jan 23, 2025

While finding water where it shouldn't be can send any homeowner into a panic, understanding the ins and outs of water heater leaks can help you tackle the problem before it turns your basement into an indoor swimming pool.

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Elevate Your Mattress to Prevent Mold Growth

Jan 22, 2025

Whether you want to put a mattress on the floor for budget, functional or aesthetic reasons, it's important to know what the downsides might be, including mold growing under a mattress on the floor.