Repair Scratched Composite Marble Countertop
Unlike pure marble, composite marble surfaces can't be restored by polish. Discover cleaning tips for keeping composite …
Your Calls, Our Answers Podcast
Listen to the most popular home improvement questions and answers from the nationally syndicated radio show, The Money Pit!
Cleaning New Hardwood Floors
Determine the best method for cleaning hardwood floors in a new construction. Also, considerations to keep in mind before using …
How to Clean Steel Siding
Easy spray cleaners can rid steel siding of mold, mildew, moss, and algae. Find out whether similar options exist for cleaning …
Rerouting an Exterior Dryer Vent: Pros and Cons2K+
An exterior dryer vent that opens to a deck or patio can leave a real mess in this extended living space. Learn the options to …
Waiting for Hardwood Floor to Dry Before Applying Polyurethane: How Long?
A dry floor is crucial to polyurethane application. Learn to determine whether recently dampened hardwood is ready for its next …
Which Direction Should I Lay Hardwood Floors?142
Learn a rule-of-thumb for choosing which direction to lay hardwood. Also, measuring tips for making sure floor planks are …
Leaky Wood Stove Chimney
When a wood stove chimney causes leaking, consider how often it's used before choosing a plan of action.
How Much Water Can Concrete Hold?
Get an easy rule of thumb for determing whether concrete will crack under the weight of contained water - in this case, an …
Cracks in Concrete Foundation: Assessing and Containing
Hairline cracks in concrete foundations can indicate slight structural shifting. Learn easy ways to prevent further shifting by …
Getting Rid of Termites: DIY or Not?
Find out whether over-the-counter pesticides can help a termite infestation, or if calling an exterminator is always necessary.
Can I Install Metal Roofing Over Shingles?
Find out whether installing metal roofing over twenty-year-old shingles - rather than removing them - is worth the time and …
Chemical-Free Ways to Get Rid of Carpenter Bees
Discover a few organic chemical-free options for keeping carpenter bees away, and find out whether repainting or refinishing …
Oil-Fired Hot Water Heater or Electric Water Heater: Pros and Cons
Electric hot water heaters are cheaper than oil heaters to buy and install - but have a shorter lifespan, and are pricier to …
Dog Scratches in Laminate Floor: Repair or Replace?
Find out why it's probably not practical to repair numerous dog claw scratches in a laminate floor. Instead, get tips on …
Mold Problem in a Townhouse Crawlspace
Find out why mold in the crawlspace of a townhouse is the responsibility of the association rather than the individual resident. …
How to Seal a Toilet When the Floor Isn’t Flush
Find out how to seal a toilet after you've pulled up the bathroom floor. Get tips on using Sani Seal, a very thick toilet gasket …
Should I Install a Whole-House Humidifier?
Learn about how different types of humidifiers work and get tips on checking out Aprilaire, a trusted HVAC brand, if you're …
Finding the Source of a Bad Odor in Your Home
Find out why the source of a bad odor in your home is probably the kitchen sink or bathroom sink drain. Learn what biogas is and …
Condensation Leakage from Stovepipe28
Find out how to solve the problem of black liquid or condensation leaking from your stovepipe. Learn why a stovepipe with too …
Hot Water: How to Make Sure Don’t Run Out
Find out why a 40-gallon electric water heater is the recommended setup for two bathrooms and a kitchen dishwasher that …
Iron Stains on Concrete Asbestos Siding
Find out what to do about iron stains on concrete asbestos siding. Learn why the asbestos isn't a health risk since it's …
HVAC Issue: No Return Connected to Furnace
If your home seems to have an incomplete HVAC system, learn why you should have an HVAC professional take a look at it to figure …
How to Identify a Firewall468
Find out the typical location for a firewall: between the garage and the house. Also learn about changes in wall construction …
Add a Trap to Eliminate Gray Water Odor
When your washing machine is on the same line as your sink, you can get an gray-water odor in the sink from gases. Learn how to …