Choosing a Roofing Style
Flat versus pitched, metal versus shingle... there are countless decisions to make when considering a new roof. Find out what …
Your Calls, Our Answers Podcast
Listen to the most popular home improvement questions and answers from the nationally syndicated radio show, The Money Pit!
How to Clean an Outdoor Playset33
Find out which product work bests on dirty, weathered, pressure-treated wood play structures, and added tips for playset and …
Will a Tankless Electric Water Heater Save Me Money?
Tankless water heaters save money and energy, but not every house is a fit. Find out which fuel source works best with tankless …
Insulating a Garage Ceiling: Worth the Investment?
Learn whether blown in insulation can be added to a garage ceiling to make the garage more comfortable to work in, as well as to …
Finding Small Shower Pans8
When designing a small shower and in need of a pan below industry standard, find out why RV pans and accessories provide a …
Noisy Toilet Plumbing: Ideas for Soundproofing and Eliminating
Bathroom plumbing configured above social areas can lead to some loud - and uncomfortable - moments. Learn what options exist …
How to Find and Fix Leak in a Flat Asphalt Roof
Find out whether leaks in a fifteen-year-old flat asphalt roof are worth fixing, or if the best bet is to replace it altogether- …
Heating and A/C System Options: Should I Change to a Different Type?
If air-conditioning isn't cooling properly, there are a number of possible causes - and solutions. Find out what to look …
Installing Gas Regulator for Stove and Water Heater: DIY or Not?
Find out whether a gas stove can share a regulator with a hot water heater and furnace - and whether this is a DIY job, or one …
Replacing a Garage-Door Remote Control
Get tips for sidestepping a missing garage-door remote control, as well as for finding and buying a new, compatible remote. …
Choosing a Gutter Guard
With a wide variety of gutter guards on the market, find out which is most effective in keeping gutters clean and clear of clogs …
How to Treat Hard Water
Get suggestions for treating hard well water, and discover a key step to take before deciding on a treatment.
How to Level Out Low Spots in a Blacktop Driveway459
Find out the cause of low spots in asphalt driveways, and get options for leveling them out. Also, tips for slowing their …
Removing Rust Stains from Toilet Bowls
Get product suggestions for removing a rust stain from a porcelain toilet bowl. Also, one small, easy step that's key to …
Preventing Frozen Pipes By Recirculating Hot Water58
Recirculating hot water around the clock will prevent frozen pipes - but not efficiently. Discover other cost-effective and …
Second Layer of Roof Shingles? When to Add vs. When to Remove
Removing shingles before putting down new ones is an advisable but costly addition to roof replacement. Learn more about the …
Condensation Leak on High-Efficiency Furnace: Seal or Don’t Seal?5
High-efficiency furnaces generate a lot of moisture. Find out the best way to repair condensation leaks, as well as how often …
Metal Roofs: Pros and Cons
Metal roofs are costly, so are they worth the investment? Learn the pros and cons of these investment-grade roofs.
Installing New Shower Base: How to Prevent Leaks7
Get installation tips that will help keep moisture from penetrating and leaking into a shower base for years to come.
Adding a Combustion Air Intake to a Wood Stove
Find out how the addition of an outdoor air intake can avoid draft problems and optimize a wood stove's effectiveness.
Moss in Yard: Killing It
Discover the the pros and cons of various weed and moss killers. Also, learn how to protect other nearby vegetation when …
Installing a DIY Curtain Drain Alongside Driveway31
Determine whether a curtain drain is the best solution for your wet driveway - and get step-by-step instructions for building it …
Installing a Heat Pump Thermostat
Learn which questions to ask before installing a new thermostat, and the ins and outs of often-confusing heat pump …
Swamp Coolers: In the Sun, or In the Shade?519
Swamp coolers - or evaporative coolers - work best in hot, dry climates, but that doesn't necessarily mean they should be …