Most hardworking homeowners know all too well the struggle with costly home repairs and improvements. Whether it is a steady flow of little problems, a large unexpected repair or a real-life version of the Money Pit - keeping up can, for many, become insurmountable....
One of the bigger obstacles facing those who would look to extend the life of their home appliances is the challenge of finding replacement parts. DIY repair on older models of refrigerators, dishwashers, dryers and the like in particular can prove frustrating when...
Home repair does not necessarily have to cost a lot of money. Following these preventative tips from HomeMaster, one of the largest home inspector franchisors in North America, can save a lot of money down the road and all of them can be done for under $25. Among the...
It's been over a year since Popular Mechanics published their
Does your skill set or budget stop you from making home repairs? These 11 home repairs from Reader's Digestare fix-ups you can do in a few hours for less than $25 each.1. Gutters: Take the sag and bulge out of your gutters. 2. Gutters: Keep the water in the gutter...
AmeriCares HomeFront is looking for New York and Connecticut residents in need of home repairs for its upcoming repair blitz in Spring 2009. Interested homeowners must apply before November 30, 2008 in order to be considered. The nonprofit offers help with faulty...
Study this list! HGTV.com has compiled the top 15 home updates you can make to get the best return on your investment when you go to sell. This comprehensive list also includes average prices and the average return in percentages. Number one? Minor bathroom remodel....
One of the lawn mower repair methods we don't recommend here at BobVila.com is taking out a shotgun and blasting it. Unfortunately, an apparently inebriated Keith Walendowski of Milwaukee, Wis., didn't heed these words of wisdom. The 57-year-old man became angry at...
With checks already in the mail, you may be wondering how you are going to spend (or save) the tax rebate that is part of the government's economic stimulus plan. According to a survey conducted by building products manufacturer Johns Manville and reported on the...
This Old House building technology editor Tom Baker compiles his list of the 10 skills every homeowner should learn. How many do you know? Credit: This Old House Article
