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Space Heater Safety Guide: 8 Tips to Avoid Fires and Burns

Dec 12, 2021

Space heaters can be used to warm up a small area quickly. They can also cause a fire or burn hazard if you don't use them properly. Learn a few space heater safety tips before using one in your home this winter.

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How to Fix Electrical Cords and Charging Cables

Dec 11, 2021

Broken electrical cords are a common household irritation and have multiple causes — from accidents with power tools to pets gnawing on cables. Here's how to fix an electrical cord by wiring a new plug or using a shrink tube.

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Half a Million Portable Bed Rails Recalled After Two Entrapment Deaths

Dec 11, 2021

Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare has recalled four models of its portable bed rails after the company received two reports of entrapment deaths associated with two models of the bed rails. The company is offering a full refund for this product. Here’s how to get yours.

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GE Appliances Recalls Ranges Because They Can Tip if a Heavy Item Is Placed on the Door

Dec 10, 2021

About 132,000 freestanding and slide-in ranges have been recalled by GE Appliances due to a tip-over hazard. If the anti-tip-over bracket is not secured, the ranges can tip when a heavy object is placed on the oven door. No injuries or incidents have been reported.

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Viral Hack! Here's How to Hang a Picture Evenly with a Piece of Painter's Tape

Dec 09, 2021

You've probably seen the viral videos: There's an easy way to mark the wall for hanging pictures to ensure a level finish every time, and it requires zero DIY skills. Here’s how to use painter's tape to hang pictures.

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First-Time Homebuyers: Here's What to Replace First After Moving Into a New House

Dec 08, 2021

Are you a first-time homebuyer? Before you get your keys, you should think about what systems and fixtures you're going to repair or replace first. Run through this checklist before you start unpacking.

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How to Use a Stud Finder

Dec 07, 2021

The trial-and-error days of locating studs by hammering nails randomly into the wall are long gone. Electronic stud finders can quickly find wall studs without damaging your walls. Here’s how these useful gadgets work.

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How Much Does It Cost to Repair or Replace a Water Service Line in Mississippi?

Dec 06, 2021

If you've got a damaged water service line, the last thing you want right now is to be deluged by unexpectedly high service fees. Curious what it might cost? These figures should give you a ballpark idea of how much you can expect to pay in Mississippi.

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How Much Does It Cost to Repair or Replace a Water Service Line in Kentucky?

Dec 06, 2021

If you've got a damaged water service line, the last thing you want right now is to be deluged by unexpectedly high service fees. Curious what it might cost? These figures should give you a ballpark idea of how much you can expect to pay in Kentucky.

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What Are Watts? Here's How to Find Out What Watt Lightbulb You Need

Dec 04, 2021

Choosing the right lightbulb wattage is essential for your safety, so it's important to understand how to choose the correct wattage for each household fixture. Find out what lightbulb wattage means and which bulb to pick for each fixture type.

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What Are Gutter Guards — and Do You Need Them?

Dec 03, 2021

It's important for your gutter system to stay free of debris, as the gutters funnel rain and melting snow off the roof and away from your home. Read about gutter guards and how they can protect your home.