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Replace a Leaking Oil Pressure Switch Yourself with a Special Socket

Fix a leaking oil pressure switch with this one tool.


How to Remove a Locking Lug Nut Without the Key

They make great theft deterrents, until you realize you've misplaced your key. Here's how to solve the problem of locking...


Window Regulator Clip Repair Tip

Don't forget to check the clips!


DIY Father’s Day Gifts to Make for Your Dad

No gift comes from the heart more than one you made yourself. Here are some great projects and gift ideas...


Genius Bed Ideas for Small Rooms

Whether it's a child's room, guest room or even a master bedroom, small rooms can be a challenge when it...


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10 Plants That Are Toxic for Your Pet

Plants add color, texture and beauty to your home and yard, but some of those plants are toxic for your...


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What is a Silverfish?

Despite their creepy appearance, silverfish aren't known to bite or carry any pathogens that cause disease.


9 Best Home Improvement and Remodeling Apps for DIYers

Need some help with your next home improvement project? Well, thanks to smartphones and tablets, there's an app for that!...

13 Crazy Things Home Depot Employees Have Seen

Imagine going to The Home Depot and discovering a customer taking a nap on patio furniture. Or perhaps you see...


52 of Our All-Time Favorite Handy Hints

We've gathered quite a few Handy Hints over the years, and these are our tried-and-true favorites!


These Solar Smart Home Products Help Lower Utility Bills

Go green and save a little green with these solar-powered smart home products.


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12 DIY Projects to Keep Your House Warm This Winter

Being cold is not cool. Luckily, with our helpful collection of 12 easy projects, you'll have your home ready for...


13 Top Reviewed Products That Will Help Remove Stains

Anyone's that spilled wine on their white carpet or dripped ranch dressing on a $120 tie understands the importance of...


How To Install Motion Sensor Lights

If you can install a conventional outdoor light fixture, you can install a motion sensor light, although aiming and adjusting...


14 Iconic Mid-Century Modern Decor Elements

Iconic elements of mid-century modern home decor continue to be on-trend and wildly popular. Refresh your memory on these essential...


13 Ways to Decorate Your Home with Cactus

From real to fake, the use of cacti as a home decor trend is something to watch. If you have...


14 Traditional-Style Home Decor Ideas That are Still Cool

Find out how to incorporate traditional decor in your home so that it never goes out of style.

Would You Stay in These Haunted Airbnbs?

In the mood for a good scare? Check in to one of these haunted Airbnbs for the night...


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13 Awesome Closet Storage Hacks

When you need to squeeze some more storage space into a closet, you need to think outside the box. Check...


Replacing a Car’s Serpentine Belt: A Step-By-Step Guide

With the right tools, replacing your vehicles serpentine belt remains a DIY project that is easier than you think!


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Fix a Leaking Tire Valve Stem in 5 Minutes

Five minutes is all the time you need for this quick, easy valve stem fix.


10 Dumbest Giveaways Car Dealers Use

How long could you stand with a hand on a car?


10 Truck Accessories That Make Work Easier

Keep your stuff secure in your pickup truck bed with some of these truck accessories.

This Trick Will Get You a Better Price on Your Trade-In

This trick can keep some cash in your pocket.


What is a Valet Key and Why You Should Worry About It

A valet key can be more of a hassle than a convenience.


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17 Rip-Offs at the Dollar Store

You're at the dollar store for a quick purchase when you come across what seems like a good deal. Whether...


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12 Ways to Keep Your Dog Warm Outside

It doesn't matter what the breed, there's no amount of fur that can keep all dogs safe from winter's tough...


Reader Project: How to Build the Ultimate DIY Dog House

Reader Corey Hosick built the ultimate DIY dog house for his two German Shepard dogs. It's equipped with so many...


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11 Remodeling Ideas That Will Pay Off

Each year Remodeling Magazine produces a cost vs. value report for nationwide and regional trends. The 2017 report points to...