DIY Articles & Tips

Look for water and other damage before your problem gets out of control. All too often, DIY projects go the way of If You Give a Mouse a Cookie, the children’s book by Laura Numeroff — meaning one thing leads to another. Before you know it, your... Read more .

Thinking of taking on a bathroom remodel? These tips could help you avoid a bathroom renovation disaster. DIY bathroom renovations are not for the faint of heart. “Almost everything in the bathroom has a mechanical rough-in to it, and there are... Read more .

Broken ice maker? No water? Won’t cool off? Here are the most common problems in fridges, what probably caused them and how to fix them. Imagine opening your fridge and having to toss everything into the trash. When your refrigerator isn’t... Read more .

If you want a colorful or stainless kitchen appliance, you’ll have to buy a new one, right? Wrong! Our surprisingly quick and affordable tips help you switch up the look of your appliances. Are your bisque appliances giving you the blues? If... Read more .

Here are some creative (and surprising) ways to store your stuff — no matter how small your bathroom is. Even if you have a palatial bathroom, it can be a challenge to store everything — styling products, lotions, curling irons, travel kits, hair... Read more .

These are the heating, ventilation and air conditioning problems that are so serious you should call in an expert. When to Call in an HVAC Pro (and When You Can DIY) Even brand-new HVAC systems can go on the fritz. For homeowners, it can be... Read more .

Follow our expert’s advice to help avoid accidents while using your lawn mower, chainsaw, weed wacker and other yard tools. Spring is in the air. Soon enough it will be time for all those outdoor chores you either love or dread: cutting and... Read more .

Don’t get hung out to dry! Take a look at our helpful dryer repair infographic to find out if it’s time for a repairman…or a replacement. We’ve all been there. After an hour of tumbling around in the dryer, your clothes are still damp. Or the... Read more .

Is your fridge or freezer on the fritz? We help you figure out when it’s OK to DIY, call for a repair or replace it altogether. Your fridge is the workhorse of the kitchen, running 24/7, 365 days a year. You might be on vacation or sleeping, but... Read more .

Don’t wash your hands of your washing machine until you read this. You never fully appreciate your washing machine until it breaks down. The challenge is knowing how to fix it — fast. Some washer problems, like washing machine odor, you can solve... Read more .