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Got screeching faucet problems? I did too - til I fixed it myself. Here are 5 causes of screeching pipes + How to DIY kitchen faucet repair. It worked for me!

Are you living in a noisy environment - like me? I've learned a lot about soundproofing a room + Tips for soundproofing your home. Hope they help you as much as they've helped me.

Carpet vs hardwood. I'm in the middle of making that decision for my home. Here are some pros & cons to consider before choosing carpet or hardwood for your home.

Want to know how much it costs to drill a water well? You're not alone. I'm sharing all the best tips from a custom homebuilder - to help you dig own well.

A preventative maintenance checklist (for inside your home AND outside your home) for the Fall season. Tips for saving money on your home heating bills, too!

Here's a list of what homeowners insurance covers and what homeowners insurance doesn't cover. Plus, what you can do about it to protect yourself!

Don't get caught remodeling your home without a building permit... it can be a costly mistake! Here's when you need a building permit, and when you don't.

Concrete Cement Differences

Trying to decide between concrete vs cement? They have very specific uses. Cement is rarely used by itself. Concrete is used in most building projects.

DIY curb appeal ideas & exterior home improvement projects. See how much it costs to stain a deck, seal a driveway, add a gravel path, paint vinyl siding, etc

Increase the value of your home without spending much money. From curb appeal to minor repairs - these 9 home improvement ideas will make a huge impact.

It was annoying having to repair a metalbestos chimney in the middle of winter, but it wasn’t difficult. It's a simple DIY roof project that anyone can do.

Choosing the best air filter for your HVAC system should be a quick and easy decision. photo by Randy@TheFunTimesGuide.com

Buying the best air filter for your money is pretty simple once you understand what MERV ratings mean and how they relate to your HVAC system's performance.

A home energy audit can save you thousands of dollars in energy costs. Here's the difference between a home energy audit and a home energy review.

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One of the best ways to save money is to look into home energy savings. Here are 4 things you can do to save money month in and month out.

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My old toilet is like new and it's smarter, too. See how I installed a dual flush converter kit, a standard flush valve, and a new fill valve.

I've lived in a home with a septic system for the past 22 years. I've got a lot of helpful tips about septic system maintenance that you need to know!

See how to apply a garage floor coating, using my tips & photos as a guide. First, a simple test to decide which type of garage floor coating you should use

If you prefer to try a washing machine repair yourself before calling a tech, here's how I replaced the door latch on my washing machine & pocketed the savings.