Home Living Handbook: Helpful home improvement hints, how-tos, DIY projects.

Fix & Restore

November 27, 2024 | 02:23 PM

Before You Toss That Strand of Broken Christmas Lights, Troubleshoot With These Easy Tips

There's a good chance you can fix this all by yourself.

By: Emily Fazio

Irrigation

October 29, 2024 | 02:27 PM

How to Winterize Your Home Irrigation System

Safeguard your sprinkler system.

By: Emily Fazio

Roofing

August 27, 2024 | 05:05 PM

These 3 Bad Things Can Happen When You Keep Leaves on Your Roof

This applies to all of you, regardless of roof pitch.

By: Emily Fazio

Fire Pit

January 17, 2024 | 07:32 AM

How to Make the Best Fire Starters—For Pennies

(Why are store-bought fire starters so expensive?)

By: Emily Fazio

Tools

November 27, 2023 | 07:00 AM

7 Ways You Can Use a Speed® Square

How many ways have you tried?

By: Emily Fazio

Cleaning

November 26, 2023 | 08:00 AM

How to Get Superglue Off Your Skin

It’s super annoying, but also super easy.

By: Emily Fazio

Plants

November 24, 2023 | 12:27 PM

5+ Important Things to Do Before Bringing Your Christmas Tree Inside

Here’s one list you’ll want to check twice.

By: Emily Fazio