Maintenance & Tools

18 Steps To Ladder Safety

Ladder safety would seem to be a matter of common sense. However, among construction professionals,...

27 Dishwasher Maintenance Tips To Make The Most Of Your Machine

A dishwasher is a marvelous time- and labor-saving device. A green one will also conserve energy...

Easy DIY Fixes For A Naturally Clean Kitchen

Are you sick and tired of spending big bucks on chemical cleaners chockfull of scary ingredients?...

The Best Ways To Clear A Clogged Floor Drain

On the floor of your home's utility areas (like the laundry room, basement, and garage), lives...

How To Get Your Fireplace Ready For Winter

"Chim chim-i-ney, chim chim-i-ney …" If you loved Walt Disney's Mary Poppins as a child,...

10 Top To-Dos For Fall Maintenance

1. Take Care of Your Furnace. If you live in a chilly place like Minneapolis, an HVAC system...

These Magnet Gadgets Simplify DIY

Your first do-it-yourself project as a child may well have involved magnets. Whether you glued...

Take Fast Action When Water Damage Occurs

Water from flooding or plumbing problems can be a very destructive force in your home. Be prepared...