Finding Your Flashlight When You Need It Most
The power goes out, and you’re looking for your flashlight to find your way around the house. Did you leave…
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How to Repair a Light Fixture
If you have a malfunctioning light fixture, you may be able to fix the problem without calling an electrician. Sometimes,…
Easy Repair for Loose Doorknobs
You may wonder why some of the doorknobs in your home or office are loose and wobbly. Over time, they…
Should You Remove Wallpaper or Just Paint Over It?
When you want to give a room a makeover, changing up the walls is an obvious option. You may want…
DIY Drawer Dividers
Do you have plenty of drawer space but find it difficult to keep everything organized? While you can purchase drawer…
How to Install Outdoor Lighting and Outlets
Need more outdoor lighting, but don’t have the plugs to provide electricity? You could resort to self-powered solar lights, or…
Credit at Closing vs. Repairs
When your listing receives an accepted offer, expect the buyer to enlist the services of a home inspector before the…
Create a Welcoming Mirror and Message Board
It’s hard for families to stay connected during the week. Everyone is running off in different directions. It’s nice to…
Best Way to Store Miscellaneous Items
We all have that one drawer that holds all of our miscellaneous junk. Some of us even keep our unwanted…
Fix Loose Furniture Joints
Loose joints in pieces of furniture can be dangerous. Joints loosen over time with use of the furniture, or as…
Extension Cords: Repair, Don’t Replace
Extension cords are getting more expensive due to the rise in copper prices. Keep your extension cords in good condition…
Easy Ladder Storage
Ladders can be cumbersome when it comes time to store them, but did you know that keeping them low is…
Professional vs. DIY Floor Refinishing
When it comes to refinishing your floors, you might think it’s a bargain to DIY and refinish them yourself. But,…
Create Vertical Cabinet Space
Most cabinets are designed with horizontal storage in mind. While this works for the basics, there are plenty of items…
How to Unclog a Slow Sink Drain
It’s usually easy to fix most backed-up sink drains in your home with a few simple tools. Your kitchen and…
How to Install Deck Lighting
Installing new deck lighting is possible without using professional services. If you know the dos and don’ts of installing a…
Choosing the Right Size Ceiling Fan
Ceiling fans move air around the room, saving you money on energy bills. In the summer, set the fan to…
Perfect Paint Lines Every Time
Have you ever carefully placed painter’s tape and painted a wall only for the tape to cause an uneven or…
How to Find the Correct Motion Activated Switch for Fluorescent Lights
A motionactivated light can save energy and translate into monthly electricity bill savings. There’s a misconception that leaving a fluorescent…
Best Practices for Smoke Detector Maintenance
Smoke detectors can help protect you and your family in the event of a fire, but they need proper maintenance…
