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Upkeep, vendors, and keeping a home in shape.
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Latest articles
Home Security Camera Setup: 4 Placement Mistakes to Avoid
A camera in the wrong spot is barely better than none. Here's how to actually cover your home.
Switching to LED Bulbs: How to Do It Right
Switching to LED is one of the easiest money-saving upgrades — if you do it right. Here's what to check first.
Gutter Guards: What to Know Before You Install Them
Gutter guards can cut your ladder trips way down — if you pick and install them right. Here's what to know first.
Generator Maintenance: Make Sure It Starts When You Need It
A generator is only useful if it actually starts during an outage. Here's the upkeep that guarantees it will.
Foundation Cracks: Which Are Harmless and Which Aren't
Most foundation cracks are harmless — but a few are early warnings. Here's how to tell the difference and track them.
Extension Cord and Power Strip Safety: 4 Rules
Power strips and extension cords cause more house fires than most people expect. Four rules keep them safe.
Doorbell Camera Setup: Get It Right the First Time
A doorbell camera does a lot more than film knocks — if you set it up right. Here's how.
Crawl Space Moisture Control: How to Keep It Dry
What's happening under your floor matters more than most homeowners realize. Here's how to keep a crawl space dry.
Ceiling Fan Install and Maintenance: Fix the Wobble
A wobbly ceiling fan isn't just annoying — it can be a hazard. Here's how to install and maintain one properly.
Basement Waterproofing: 4 Ways to Stay Ahead of Leaks
Basement leaks rarely appear out of nowhere — they build slowly. Here's how to stay ahead of them.
Window Weatherproofing: 4 Cheap Fixes for Drafty Windows
Drafty windows quietly drain your heating bill all winter. Four fixes take under an hour combined — and cost very little.
Water Heater Maintenance: 4 Tasks That Add Years of Life
A little yearly attention keeps a water heater running longer, safer, and cheaper. Here are the four jobs worth doing.
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