Systems

A dual-flush toilet will do you — and your water bill — a huge favor.

Tighten or shim electrical outlets to repair this annoying—and dangerous—problem in seconds.

Upgrade your standard wall outlets to a USB outlet for simpler electronic charging.

Low-voltage systems make it easy—even if you have no electrical experience

Spring Daylight Savings Time is a great reminder that the seasons are just about to change. Here's everything you should...

First step? Check the fixture for other problems.

This cove lighting project from crown molding brings soft light and rich drama to any room.

Stop the wobble and make your fan run smoothly in 15 minutes.

Upgrade your garage wiring the correct and easy way. We'll show you how to add outlets to a garage without...

It's easier than you think, even on an angled ceiling.

Stop patio door drafts!

The shocking truth about static electricity, and what you can do about it.

No more hot water? You may need a new thermocouple.

Be safe—keep the water heater temperature setting at 120 degrees F.

Clear a clogged condensate drain with a few simple steps.

We all know that water expands when it freezes. That’s not a problem with the ice cubes in your freezer,...

Once you've shut down the water source and electricity, you may be staring at puddles and wondering, "What now?" Now...

Radioactive radon gas is the leading cause of lung cancer for non-smokers and the second leading cause of lung cancer...

Catch plumbing issues before it's too late.

Save your hot water heater with a new thermocouple!

Installing Cat-5 and coaxial cable for Internet, computer, telephone and other uses.

Foam board insulation is a terrific alternative to fiberglass. Learn why, and where to use it.

Fine tune your heating and cooling system

Upgrade your fan with a ceiling fan remote.

Radiators are large, immobile and often, ugly, but they are effective for heating living spaces. With these 12 unique radiator...

For this extension cord wiring repair, all you need is a new plug!

Run electrical cable through walls and across ceilings without tearing them apart by fishing wire

Negligent about replacing your furnace filter regularly? It's costing you clean indoor air and extra money on utility bills, unnecessary...

This is the best way to connect these two types of pipes