Which Rugs and Mats Won’t Stain Vinyl Plank Flooring?99
We just installed vinyl plank flooring throughout our home. Which rug mats or rugs are safe for vinyl plank? We've heard some mats and rugs can cause permanent stains.
Laminate Flooring in Basement: Install a Floating Laminate Floor over Existing Basement Floor Tile
I am disabled, and we just bought a house and property in Missouri. I am trying with the help of my son and father-in-law to …
Wallpaper Glue Removal
What’s the best way to remove wallpaper glue from surfaces after taking off old wallpaper?
Cleaning Grout in Shower
Can you explain what I need to do to clean and restore or replace the grout in my tiled shower? The tile is 4″ x 4″ …
Kitchen Floor Stains From Glue – How to Avoid?
The vinyl flooring in my kitchen has yellow stains around the perimeter and near the floor vents. I suspect the stains are from …
Barbeque Tiles Cracking – What’s the Cause?
Ten years ago I built a barbeque pit out of concrete blocks. I lined the inside of the fire box – the sides and bottom …
Building A Bedroom Closet
Hi. We do not have a closet in our bedroom. I want to build one, but am wondering how large it should be. Any rules of thumb …
Are Baseboards Okay on a Concrete Slab?
We are building a new house. The first floor has a concrete slab which we stained and sealed. Can we put wooden baseboards, …
Stainless Steel vs. Plastic Dishwasher Interior – Which is Better?1K+
I'm shopping for a new dishwasher and am curious: What's the benefit of a stainless steel dishwasher interior over a …
How to Avoid Fiberglass Tub Scratches
We installed an acrylic tub insert and walls a few years ago, and were told not to use a cleaner that could scratch the …
How Can I Make My Laminate Floors Shine?
Is there a product I can use to make my laminate floors shine? I don’t plan to replace them anytime soon, but feel …
Insulation with Paper Backing14
Is it ok to use the roll type insulation with the paper backing in the attic. If so, does the paper go up or down? Thanks.
How Can I Level My Uneven Basement Floor?
I recently found your show on the drive home from work and love it! My family's growing, so I'm looking to make my …
Basement Water Killing Sump Pumps
I have a rental home that has a small basement. I keep sump pumps running, but they burn out quickly due to sludge coming in …
Can I Replace a Roof Covered In Solar Panels?
I need to replace my roof, which has solar panels installed for heating my pool. What do I need to watch out for when talking to …
How to Fix Fireplace Insert Panel
I live in a house that has a fireplace insert. One of the panels are cracked. I take it that it is concrete. I tried to find the …
What’s the Best Way to Vent My Dryer Out of My House?
I had a hallway laundry closet built, but the contractor did not put in a vent for the dryer. The closet is on the first level …
Solution for Leaky Earth Sheltered Berm House154
We recently purchased an earth sheltered berm house and found some major leaking in the back part of the house. When it rains …
How Can I Fix a Chimney Flue Leak?
I have water leaking from my chimney, through the flue, and into my basement. This has happened twice – both times we had …
We Need a Smaller Home. Can We Remove Our Second Floor?
Does it ever make sense to make a 2-story house into a 1-story home? We like our location but do not need the room anymore. We …
Leak in Gas Fireplace – Is It Condensation?53
Twelve years ago we had a gas log fireplace added to our home. The contractor did an inadequate job on the flashing, so earlier …
How to Reduce Home Humidity
We installed a HVAC system (16 SEER) last year and now we can't get the inside humidity below 40%. (Humidifier is …
Condensation on Windows From Vent-Free Fireplace76
I had a vent-free gas fireplace installed a few years ago, after an extended power outage. Since then condensation develops on …
Why Won’t Recessed Lighting Dim?
I recently had recessed lighting installed throughout my home. The lights in the living room won't dim sufficiently, even …
Carpet Over Cement Slab
I live in a ranch on a concrete slab in an area with a high water table. I am getting new carpet and would like to know – …