Systems

As long as you don't block the air flow and you make sure the AC unit is accessible, covering that...

You probably already have a home maintenance checklist: Replace the furnace filter each season, shut off water spigots before...

Don't give up hope on your favorite sconce, extension cord or other electrical thing when it stops working! You can...

Six strategies for keeping your home cool

Overstuffed electrical boxes are a fire hazard, but they're easy to fix.

In today's information age, a massive amount of information is being pushed through our coaxial cables, leaving very little room...

Experts say bidets are not only more hygienic than toilet paper, but can be easier on your plumbing.

Installing recessed lighting, even in the toughest situation—by fishing wires.

With the variety of different electrical boxes available at home centers, how do you know what to buy? Don’t worry, it’s...

How to diagnose and fix an arc fault circuit interrupter (AFCI) problem.

Sometimes, electrical hazards lurk out of sight. Learn how to spot them and what you can do to make your...

Today's smart thermostats aren't just control panels for your heating and air conditioning. These thermostats are equipped with Wi-Fi, sensors,...

When it gets hot outside, you want it to be nice and cool inside your home. Use this handy checklist...

Solutions depend on the age of the condenser

The lifespan of most HVAC systems is an average of 10 to 14 years, so you can count on going...

Watch out for these key signs of dangerous electrical outlets.

Low-voltage systems make lighting a deck both safer and easier.

Being cold is not cool. Luckily, with our helpful collection of 12 easy projects, you'll have your home ready for...

If you can install a conventional outdoor light fixture, you can install a motion sensor light, although aiming and adjusting...

If you want new or upgraded illumination for your yard, be sure to check out these amazing outdoor lighting trends....

Follow this DIY garage heater installation guide for a safe experience. Choose a forced-air garage heater or a low-intensity infrared...

Sometimes you need to freshen the air in your home, but it's too cold to crack a window. Improve your...

Tried everything? Learn how to increase water pressure with a water pressure booster pump.

Learn how to install a kitchen hood roof vent with this step-by-step guide.

Add interest to a bedroom or kitchen by building a soffit with drywall, wood trim and rope lights.

You may not agree, but trust us, you're going to want to.

Smart lights let you control a bulb remotely via an app on your phone, through a smart speaker or even...

Toilet seats have come a long way.

The toilet seat hasn't always been so simple...