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by 411 on Mar 29, 2017
What is Wrong with Your Range Vent Hood? Check out this article to troubleshoot your vent including if the fan doesn't work, the light isn't working, fan issues, and replacement instructions. By "vent hood" we mean the vent hood unit that may be above your stove/range. Continue reading →
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Being on terra firma means you need to pay special attention to ensuring your home is waterproof. One such method is the French drain, named after Henry Flagg French, a lawyer and former assistant U.S. treasury secretary from Concord, Massachusetts, who popularized the technique. Continue reading →
How to Open a Locked Bathroom Door from Outside
by Guest Post on Dec 18, 2015
So you've found yourself locked out of the bathroom, unsure of how to proceed. Luckily, you've likely got all the tools you need to be out of this predicament right in front of you. Before you try anything drastic, most and especially newer houses are fitted with simple locking mechanisms that can be easily prompted open. Continue reading →
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by Jessica Ackerman on Feb 12, 2010
Grout lines are often the arch enemy of a clean tile surface. They quickly collect dirt, can become discolored and, if painted, wear the color off in seemingly no time flat. Whether the tile is on a kitchen backsplash, floor, or counter, cleaning the dirty grout lines can be a chore. Continue reading →
5 Weird Products You need for an Amazing Kitchen
by Guest Post on Oct 12, 2017
These days, kitchens have become just as technologically advanced as anything else in the world. While some people who love to cook are tech-savvy and are constantly trying to adapt to the ever-growing needs of their families, others are still on the traditional side of things and use typical and classic appliances and devices. Continue reading →
A Quick Maintenance Checklist for Your Garage Door
by Guest on Nov 5, 2014
You probably have never given your garage door a second thought. It does its job day in and day out - it opens and closes. What more is there to think about? The most important thing you CAN think about - safety. While an automatic garage door may seem safe, maiming injuries and some deaths (mostly to children) occur every year. Continue reading →
Electric Dryer Troubleshooting and Repair
by 411 on Dec 29, 2019
What Is Wrong With Your Dryer? Electric dryers aren't very complicated for a good DIY'er. Here are some common symptoms that you may experience with your dryer. For example, where to start if it doesn't work at all? Continue reading →
Small Home Improvement Tips That Make a Big Difference
by William Hayes on Jul 16, 2015
If you are planning on renovating, there are a lot of decisions you have to consider. In fact, even if you are just redecorating you need to think about a lot because it is a big deal. The key, however, is your attitude. With any interior design task, most people opt for revolution over evolution, which is not the right way. Continue reading →
Damaged Mirrors: Creative Ideas for Repair
by Jessica Ackerman on Aug 3, 2010
Go Green : Mirrors end up damaged due to a number of causes. Bathroom mirrors that are close to the backsplash of a sink can become damaged by cleaning products, and other mirrors can become damaged because of improper handling or defects. Continue reading →
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