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This time of year, space heater use goes way up—and so do fires. Know what you're buying and stay safe...

Flooding can ruin your basement and everything in it, but there's a solution. Learn how to install a sump pump...

Create a work environment that's beautiful and functional, too, with inspiration taken from these lighting ideas.

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Tankless water heaters are great, but mineral buildup can kill their efficiency fast. Here's how to clean a tankless water...

Can you get headaches from purple holiday lights? A lighting expert explains why that might happen and what you can...

Is your furnace blowing cold air? Here are some troubleshooting tips and simple DIY repairs for the most common causes...

Rewiring a house is a major undertaking. An electrical inspector offers tips on hiring the right pro for the...

Have a gas furnace that won't light? Carbon deposits on the ignitor could be why. Learn how to clean a...

Our team tested a gaggle of smart thermostats--and we found our four favorites on the market.

If you suspect furnace problems, try these eight furnace fixes you can do yourself before calling a pro.

No overhead lighting? No problem. Check out these sparkling ideas on how to light a living room with...

These infrared space heaters are well-suited for indoor and outdoor use. They also start to work right away—no warm-up time...

A heat pump doesn't generate heat; it transfers it from one place to another. It's an appliance with a bright...

The good news is that there are only a few things can go wrong with holiday lights, and they're relatively...

Brighten a dark basement with these lighting ideas for every budget.

Old light fixtures can be real eye-catchers, but their incandescent bulbs aren't energy efficient. Here's how to fix that.

Find out how to make your hallway brighter and more welcoming with these stylish lighting ideas.

Sump pumps reliably last from seven to 10 years, but often much longer with maintenance. Be sure to monitor your...

Don't be surprised by a sump pump failure. Here's an easy tutorial on how to test your sump pump to...

By itself, a sump pump isn't a major investment, costing about as much as a good juicer. The bulk of...

If you're doing a plumbing installation or repair, you'll need to buy pipe and pipe fittings. Here's some help figuring...

IP and cloud security cameras have their pros and cons. Here's how to pick the right one for you.

Federal incentives and state regulations weigh heavily in favor of heat pumps these days, but a heat pump may not...

Is an infrared space heater right for your space? We've talked to some experts to summarize what they are, how...

Here are some important things you need to know about underground wiring so it's safe and provides many years of...

Natural gas, electricity, propane, heating oil. Whatever fuel you use, heating bills are going up this winter. Here's what the...

Geothermal heat pumps are one of the most efficient ways to heat and cool your home. Is it the right...

Tired of cooking in the dark? Kitchen track lighting provides multiple light sources, without the hassle of installing multiple fixtures.