Electrical
Should You Do Your Own Electrical Work?
Handy homeowners do electrical work all the time. With the right tools and knowledge, you can increase your skills safely and enjoy big rewards.
Troubleshooting Home Electrical Problems
Is the power out in part or all of your house? This expert advice shows you how to diagnose the cause of a power outage and how to turn the power back on.
Troubleshooting Common Repairs for Ceiling Fans
Learn the ins and outs of ceiling fans and what to do if yours needs a repair or replacement.
How to Fix a Bad Light Socket
There are various ways that a light might malfunction. Fortunately, for every one of these problems, there is a handy solution.
What to Do When Smoke Alarm Keeps Beeping?
Everyone knows how annoying a chirping smoke or CO2 alarm can be. This informative guide will explain why and how to fix it.
Washer & Dryer
DIY Washing Machine Repair
Get your washing machine running again with these four easy fixes, including filling and draining problems, grinding noises, and a failure to spin.
How to Drain a Washing Machine That Won’t Drain
Save on appliance repair bills and let this guide be your companion while fixing your own washing machine.
7 DIY Washer Repairs to Prevent a Service Call
Here are seven tips to help you problem solve when your washer isn't working properly. These may save you the expense of a service call or eliminate some issues so the problem is easier for the technician to solve.
Window & Door
How to Fix Venetian Blinds
Venetian blinds are one of the most practical and long-lasting window treatments around, but they can develop problems. This guide will help you with Venetian blind repair and replacement.
How to Fix Stubborn Bifold Closet Doors
Learn how to adjust a door that's always sticking, trim a door that binds, repair a broken corner, and tighten annoying handles that keep coming loose.
How to Place a Sliding Closet Door Back on Its Track
Sliding closet doors and bifold doors serve as space-savers in tight spaces, but they can easily be knocked off their track. Luckily, they can be fixed with a few tools and several steps.