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Learn a Little Sump'n Sump'n About Sump Pumps

Jul 11, 2022

Sump pumps help prevent flooding by transferring water from a basement or crawlspace to another location, away from your house. Here's a quick primer.

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Why Is My Water Heater Dripping?

Jul 11, 2022

As with most repairs, the first step is to properly diagnose your issue. Read on to discover some of the most common water heater leaks and how to fix them.

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How Much Does It Cost to Install a Storm Door?

Jul 11, 2022

The cost of a partial- or full-view storm door is based on its style, features and whether you install it yourself or hire a professional contractor to do the job. Here’s what you need to know.

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Should You Repair or Replace Your Clothes Dryer?

Jul 10, 2022

It can also be difficult trying to figure out whether to repair or replace your dryer when it breaks. Luckily, learning a bit about dryers can help make such decisions less confusing and may even save you some money.

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Which Switch Is Which? How to Map Your Circuit Breaker Panel

Jul 08, 2022

Do the switches on your circuit breaker have labels? This guide covers some simple steps you can take to create your own circuit breaker mapping tool. 

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How to Install a Smoke Detector

Jul 08, 2022

Smoke alarms are a key safeguard and provide peace of mind for when you’re both home and away. Here's how to install both battery-powered and hardwired models.

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What Is an Air Conditioner SEER Rating?

Jul 07, 2022

SEER stands for seasonal energy efficiency ratio. Read on to learn how knowing this number could save you some cash.

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How Much Do Professional Painters Charge?

Jul 05, 2022

If you've never worked with a pro painter, you might be surprised to discover that costs can be very reasonable, depending on the size of the space you want to paint.

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How to Unclog a Dishwasher in 6 Simple Steps

Jul 05, 2022

Knowing how to unclog a dishwasher comes in handy. And fortunately, we’ve got the how-to.

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What Is Gift Tax?

Jul 04, 2022

Helping friends and family is a great feeling and can set your family up for success. But if you're giving substantial gifts, you need to be aware of gift taxes.

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9 Ways to Upgrade Your Home For Under $100

Jul 04, 2022

How far can you stretch $100? If you're selling — or if you’re just looking to spruce up the place —these inexpensive home upgrades can give your home better curb appeal.