House and Components

Water leaking behind your gutters? Rotten fascia boards? It might be your roof's drip edge.

Metal roofing installation: What to consider when putting a steel roof over asphalt shingles.

If your electricity is out for a while in the colder months, you need a safe, reliable way to heat...

DIY metal roof panels that look great!

Here's a quick repair for leaks.

Cut your water heating bills 50 percent with this sun-powered solution! Read more about a DIY solar water heater here.

A gabled roof looks great from the outside and adds space and light inside.

You can save $1000 in a weekend! Here's what you need to know before you begin installing your DIY radon...

This double-duty unit cools and heats your home for less!

Despite the obvious drawbacks-it's messy, sticky and impossible to remove once it cures-there's nothing better than spray foam for sealing...

Shopped for light bulbs lately? If you have, you may have noticed that most bulbs sold now are LED (light...

A handy guide to laying and setting mosaic tile from one of our most trusted tile experts. Plus, a quick...

Install temperature regulating valves without tearing up the bathtub wall.

If you're looking to make an investment in your home, a tankless water heater is a good place to start....

Replace it yourself and save hundreds of dollars!

Try these three solutions when your water softener begins to fail

When your water heater begins to leak, you have to install a new one fast.

Do it yourself and save on the service fee.

Double the life of your water heater with this simple repair

Stop under-sink leaks with this 30 minute fix.

Learn how to fix broken parts of your toilet such as flappers, fill valves, flush valves and handles.

As a professional painter, I always specify the use of bathroom paint on ceilings, walls and trim. I do this...

Bathroom mold is an unsightly and unhealthy problem that should be addressed as soon as you spot it. Learn how.

Whether you’re finishing a basement area, adding new space or just upgrading your home’s HVAC system, you owe it to...

Have you noticed oil in the bottom of the mixing bowl, or dripping off the beater? Don't panic!

Circuit breakers keep you safe. Here's how they work.

In the same way you test smoke alarms each year for safety, remember to check filters on everything from your...

Whether your entryway is large or small, there are some simple things you can do to make it more functional...

It's no secret that dollar stores are packed with great deals. How do they do it? By buying up aging...