Home Improvement
Home Reference Guides
Browse our How-To-Guide Book and our Home Defect Guide to find answers to some common household problems.
- Wednesday, May 14, 2008
Seniors, leave apartment painting for the pros
Tips on packing belongings, hiring painters, choosing paint
- Friday, May 9, 2008
Straw houses gaining acceptance despite concerns
Many enticed by low construction costs, energy efficiency
- Wednesday, May 7, 2008
Cordless drill a great Father's Day gift
How to find right model for the 'weekend warrior'
- Friday, May 2, 2008
When replacing door, go with prehung unit
Vital details you need to know before ordering
- Wednesday, April 30, 2008
Kitchen lighting tips from the pros
Flood lamps and under-counter lights do best job
- Friday, April 25, 2008
Building permits are nothing to fear
Find out which projects require them, which don't
- Friday, April 25, 2008
Before choosing vinyl, think about environment
Despite affordability, better alternatives exist
- Wednesday, April 23, 2008
New roof keeps out rain, but not cold
How to install attic insulation to improve winter comfort
- Tuesday, April 22, 2008
Insect spray won't keep termites away
Why professional extermination is the only way to go
- Friday, April 18, 2008
New home technology wows builders
Turbo oven, eco-heater, no-fail sump pump among latest products
- Wednesday, April 16, 2008
Easy fixes for a saggy door
One solution involves using stouter fasteners, the other shims
- Friday, April 11, 2008
How to pick the right furnace for your home
Grill contractors on preferences, warranty, then ask for references
- Wednesday, April 9, 2008
Install grab bars in shower with ease
Tricky part is drilling holes in ceramic tile
- Friday, April 4, 2008
Remodel dilemma: Paint or replace doorknobs?
Homeowner wants knobs to match bronzed bathroom fixtures
- Wednesday, April 2, 2008
Zigzag wall crack brings bad news
Replacing drywall recommended, and it's a messy job