
For 15 years, Dave Donovan worked as an electrician for The University of Pennsylvania, where he specialized in electrical installations, troubleshooting, maintenance and repair in both residential and industrial settings. In 2005, Dave made the transition from working on electrical systems and home improvement projects to writing about them.
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Garage Organization Series - Flooring Solutions
Avoid the dumping ground and make it usable instead....
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Crown Molding Q & A
Get the scoop on working with ceiling trim....
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Install a New Phone Jack
Add a new line in just 5 steps....
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Chemicals to Watch For in Drinking Water
The debate has gone on for ages. Which is better - city water or well water?...
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Lawn Repair - Fill in Bare Patches
If your lawn is looking spotty and brown, take some of these easy steps to make it lush and ful...
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DIY Cleaning Methods: Cleaning Your Kitchen
From bottom to top, here are some tips and tricks for a squeaky clean kitchen....
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DIY Pool Re-Tiling & Re-Lining Part Two
Rescue your pool and your yard in 10 steps....
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Stay Warm and Safe This Winter with Space Heaters
They're convenient, but they can be dangerous if used wrong....
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The Rituals of Hanukkah
Like most Jewish holidays, Hanukkah has a certain number of rituals....
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Reupholstering a Wingback Chair Applying the Fabric
We've covered how to reupholster the back, the seat and the arms of a traditional wingback chai...
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Faux Finishing - Look of Leather
Leather makes everything better....
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How to Buy an Electric Fireplace
When gloomy weather threatens outside, settle in for the night in front of a fireplace....
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Clean Up Common Washing Machine Problems
Washing machines are taken for granted in most households....
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How to Replace a Dishwasher
Installing a new dishwasher is easy with our how-to guide....
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Understanding Window R-Values
So, you're in the market for new windows and you suddenly realize – What are all of these...
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Door Knob Choices
It's an important decor choice....
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Installing Copper Ceilings
Here's a primer on how much they cost and how to use them....
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How to Read the Energy Guide Sticker
You've seen them before, but what does it mean?...
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Add a Sink to a Kitchen Island
Kitchen islands add some extra countertop space....
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Installing a Ceiling Fan With a Swag Kit
Read this for help installing a ceiling fan....
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Install a Motion Sensor
Install a motion sensor never worry about coming home to a dark house again....
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Install Hard-Wired Under Cabinet Lights
Hardwired under-cabinet lighting offers improved kitchen lighting for little time and effort wh...
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Microwave Oven Repair 101
Many microwave issues can be repaired right at home....
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3 and 4-Way Switches Made Easy
Of all the electrical components in a home, none are more hated, and none cause more headaches,...
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Gas Dryer Repair Help for No Heat
A broken down dryer can be downright frustrating, especially when you’ve got a heap full of d...
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Tips for Jumping Your Car
Wrrrr….wrrrr…wrrrr…click…click…click. If you’...