Hannah is a contributing writer and former editor for DoItYourself.com. She has a wide range of interests in home improvement and gardening subjects, and particularly enjoys learning about interior design, landscaping, and carpentry.
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Troubleshooting an Outdoor Faucet with Low Water Pressure
Insufficient water pressure can be caused by blockages or corrosion in pipework....
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How to Install Hanger Bolts
Hanger bolts are a great way to install a safety railing....
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How to Test for Lead
Lead More than 200,000 children in the United States contract lead poisoning every year....
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How Sump Pumps Work
This hidden appliance may be the most important one you own....
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How to Eliminate Refrigerator Odor
There is nothing worse then having a horrible refrigerator odor....
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How to Install PEX
You can simplify your plumbing installations with this flexible, plastic tubing....
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How to Regrout Tile in 6 Steps
Regrouting tile is usually a simple and cheap way to restore the charm that the room once had....
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How to Clean Car Carpet Mold
An unsightly outbreak of mold will require carpet mold cleaning....
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HVAC Duct Cleaning: Does It Prevent Health Problems?
Does having your ducts cleaned really have health benefits?...
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HDTV Installation 101
HDTVs have a confusing group of inputs and outputs located on the back. These little ports make...
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7 Types of Pot Fillers Explained
Pot fillers make filling up pots very easy....
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Health Benefits of Humidifiers and Dehumidifiers
Are you in need of either a dehumidifier or a humidifier in your home?...
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Troubleshooting Electric Heaters Emitting Smoke or Odor
There are a number of things that can cause electric heaters to smoke or emit strange odors....
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How to Bleed a Floor Jack
Using a floor jack that has air in its system is extremely dangerous....
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6 Types of Sink Strainers to Consider
Back nut and double cut are among the strainer options....
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How to Replace the Burner Receptacle on Your Electric Stove
The burner receptacle is that part which is connected to the stove and holds the element....
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How to Remove a Dishwasher Pump
Every dishwasher has two main parts — the water-moving pump and the motor....
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How to Create Your Own Septic Tank Treatment
Septic tanks are most commonly made with concrete....
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How to Build a Live Animal Trap
A box trap can be used to catch almost any kind of live animal you want....
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Boiler Heat vs Forced Air Heat
Boilers are efficient heating systems with many advantages....