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Recent Home Improvement Articles
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How to Prevent Electrical Fires
If you're like most people, you have a number of appliances and electronics plugged in at all times. Learn more about what causes electrical fires and find out what you can do to reduce your risk.
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Why Isn't My Oven Heating Up?
When you're looking forward to a freshly baked cake or batch of cookies, a stone-cold oven is the last thing you want. There are various potential causes of an oven not heating up; which is to blame often depends on whether you have a gas or electric oven.
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What Cleaners You Can — and Can't — Use on Hardwood Floors
The manufacturer of your particular hardwood floor might have recommended a certain type of cleaner, but if you’ve long lost the piece of paper with this information on it, we can help you out.
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Why Does My Gas Stove Smell Like Eggs?
Aside from smelling bad, the whiff of rotten eggs can be a signal of a larger, more dangerous problem, like a natural gas leak. Here's what you need to know.
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What Are the Different Kinds of Outlets?
Lots of things differentiate the types of outlets — from amperage and voltage to the kinds of plugs they’re able to accept. Explore the types of outlets to help you decide on upgrades.
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Why Are My Outlets Sparking?
Outlet sparking when you plug something in can be normal on occasion, but it can also be a sign of a potentially dangerous problem.
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How to Extend the Life of Your Appliances
Understanding the average lifespan of major appliances, such as your dishwasher, refrigerator and washing machine, helps you plan for upgrades and repair expenses.
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How Often Do I Need to Replace My Windows?
When your windows get older, they don't function as well. But if they’re not broken, it can be hard to tell when it’s time to replace them.