Home Improvement Guides and Videos

How to Identify Asbestos

Suspect many common building materials installed in your home prior to 1980

Information on HEPA Filtration Vacuums

A certified HEPA filter can reliably purify your air

How to Estimate Building Room Additions

Demolition, foundation work and HVAC are among the many costs in adding on a room

What is Log Siding?

Add value and efficiency to your home

Tips on Aluminum Siding Installation

Avoid common siding installation mistakes and preserve the life of your aluminum siding

How to Reface Your Bathroom Cabinets

Refaced cabinets give your bathroom a fresh, new look

Gas or Electric? Selecting a Cooktop

Find a cooktop that fits your kitchen space -- and your cooking needs

Methods for Controlling Flooding

Learn how to prevent and manage floods on your property

Cellulose Insulation Procedures

Consider this green insulation for new or existing homes

What is the Best Location for a Carbon Monoxide Detector?

Learn the best detector placement to protect your home from CO

How to Paint Interior Doors

Types of Halogen Bulbs

Learn the differences between various halogen light bulbs

How Much Natural Gas Does an Average Water Heater Use?

Time of day, your ambient air temperature and lots of of other factors affect the cost

How to Select Roof Shingles

Know what to look for when choosing roofing materials for your home

Garden Lighting Ideas

Position garden lighting to avoid glare and enhance your nightime garden enjoyment

Types of Lawn Grasses

Soil and climate dictate which grasses are best for your yard

Sample Plumbing Tool Rental Checklist

Rent the proper equipment for your home plumbing job

How to Hire a Tree-Trimming Service

A skilled professional will get the job done safely

Ideas for No-Sew Window Treatments

Quick and easy ways to add life to windows

How Large a Generator Do I Need?

Choose your generaator for camping, construction or emergency home backup

About Roofing Supplies

With lots to choose from, it pays to know what to buy

When Was Asbestos Used in Plaster

Know the facts about asbestos and determine if you are at risk

How to Improve Drainage in Yard

Hire a professional to help you correct the grade and drainage in your yard

Problems to Watch For in Your Crawl Space

Detect crawl space hazards before they become a disaster

What Are the Pros & Cons of Construction Loans?

Learn why you might want to consider a home construction loan

Replace or Repair? Kitchen Appliances

Know when it's time to update your old appliances

Soundproofing Done Right

Tips for keeping noise in or out of a soundproof room

Diesel Vs. Gasoline Generator

Diesel generators are designed for constant use, gasoline for occasional use

Kinds of Light Fixtures

Learn which type of lighting is best to light each area of your home

All About Door Locksets

Choose from a couple of basic kinds of door locksets