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Common Dryer Problems and Easy Ways to Fix Them
A lot of dryer problems can be fixed by the average DIYer, without any fancy tools or professio...
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How to Install Electrical Wiring
Whether it’s just installing a new light switch or an outlet, knowing how to add wiring to yo...
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Copper vs. Aluminum Wiring: Which to Use?
Copper and aluminum are the two main types of wire used in housing electrical systems, but whic...
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Fit Outer Doors to Your Integrated Fridge
Achieve a unique design by hiding the refrigerator in your kitchen, integrating it into the cab...
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How to Convert a Gas Barbecue to Burn Charcoal
Revive your broken gas grill from the dead with a simple charcoal conversion....
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How to Wire an Electric Stove Power Cord
Just because your electric stove didn't come with a power cord doesn't mean you can't get the j...
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Where to Store a Barbeque Propane Tank in Winter
Store your propane tank properly to avoid damage....
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5 Different Types of Solenoid Valves Explained
What kind of solenoid valve do you need?...
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Effects of Freon Exposure
Do you know how dangerous Freon can be if your body suffers too much exposure? What about the d...
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5 Mistakes to Avoid When Installing Recessed Lights in Your Basement
Recessed lighting can add a lot to a space, but when installing it yourself, many mistakes can...
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The Safety of Cooking on a Cracked Ceramic Cooktop
Should you cook on a cracked surface, read this to find out!...
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Troubleshooting a Coffeemaker
A coffeemaker can suddenly stop working for several different reasons....
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Guide to Recessed Lighting Spacing
Recessed lights are a combination of practical function and whimsical fashion, and both will co...
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6 Types of Electrical Conduits
An electrical conduit is a piping system that is used to carry electrical wiring for either pow...
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Troubleshooting an Ice Maker: Ice Won't Eject
Troubleshooting an ice maker can be tricky, but here's what you should check to get to the bott...
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The Pros and Cons of Gas Vs. Electric Ovens
Remodeling your kitchen or building a house from scratch? You're probably deciding between a ga...
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Dishwasher Spray Arm Not Working: Common Causes
Dishes don’t get clean when the spray arm inside the dishwasher isn’t working. But if you k...
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4 Different Types of Security Systems
Every home and family has different needs. Read on about these home security systems to decide...
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Understanding Electrical Outlet Wire Colors
Color coding for outlet wiring can vary by house and appliance, but there are general rules tha...
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3 Different Types of Electrical Wiring Diagrams Explained
Not all wiring diagrams are the same. Find out which kinds of diagrams serve which purpose befo...
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How to Design and Build a Subwoofer Enclosure
Want to know how to make a sealed subwoofer enclosure? Read these steps!...
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How to Test for Speaker Wire Polarity
Make sure you're getting the best sound from your speakers by checking the wiring polarity....
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How to Safely Transport a Propane Tank in Your Car
If you have a gas barbecue grill, you will need to safely transport the propane tank in your ca...
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4 Common Refrigerator Compressor Problems
Do you know what to look for with a bad refrigerator compressor? Find out more about these comm...
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Common Causes of Flickering Lights
Shed some light on your bulb issues and find out if your light flicker is serious....
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Troubleshooting Your Digital Weight Scale
Inaccurate readings from a digital scale can be due to a variety of issues. Find out what your...
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9 Uses of Fiber Optic Cables
Fiber optic cables are cables that contain several thousands of optical fibers in a protective,...
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What Is the Average Refrigerator Weight?
With so many different sizes and models, calculating this should be impossible. But is it?...
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How to Identify Electrical Wire Gauge
The gauge of a wire determines a lot in the electrical world. Read this article for important i...
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Make a Stairwell Safer with Automated Lighting
A motion sensor/timer combo can make your stairs much safer....
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Balancing Generator Output Through a Sub-Panel
A backup can keep critical devices running in a blackout....
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Recover Data From Your Dead Computer
Take out your drive and connect it to another machine....
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How to Adjust Your Motion Detectors
Make sure your motion-sensor security lights only trigger when you want them to....
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Fixing a Leak in a Vinyl Swimming Pool Liner
Vinyl pool liners are cheap, flexible, and easy to fix....
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