Smart Home

GCFI outlets provide cheap insurance against deadly shocks.

How to install a rigid metal duct for a safer dryer.

From cars, boats and lawn mowers to pools, gutters and grills. Here's how to winterize everything around your home.

Replacing the thermocouple usually does the trick.

With drafty doors, windows and poorly insulated rooms, the cold can be inevitable. So what’s a homeowner to do?

Extend the life of your water heater: Learn how to drain water heater fluid and get your water heater running...

Keep your home cozy without cranking up the heat this winter with these simple tips and tricks.

Wondering about fluorescent light? Learn the pros and cons of this type of lighting, along with the three main types...

Prime Day 2020 was originally supposed to be in July, but the date has shifted— Amazon has officially announced the...

We round up the 10 best motion sensor lights to provide style and safety to your home and yard.

You can save a lot of money by doing your own wiring. Here we'll show you to wire an entire...

A patio heater can make your outdoor living space a year-round gathering place. Learn the basics to determine which heater...

See who's knocking on your door — with a smart doorbell.

We caught up with Joe Barnes, a second-generation master plumber with more than 30 years of experience, to tackle...

If you're ready to purchase a smart refrigerator, here are some points to consider, along with a look at the...

Keep a cool head with these tips for selecting and buying ceiling fans.

Save money and water with a sprinkler controller that connects with an app or smart assistant.

Has your central AC stopped blowing cold air? Here are some simple troubleshooting steps to take before you make a...

When temperature and humidity spike, your window air conditioner may be the only thing standing between you and misery. Here's...

Tech experts dish on 12 genius products that might just change your life. They're easy to set up, too. If...

If you're thinking about investing in a home air conditioning system, here's an overview of the most popular options on...

A central air conditioner can make a home comfortable in almost any climate, no matter how hot and muggy it...

Standalone toilets in the basement are an outdated concept. Why were they necessary in the first place?

As smart homes become more and more of a trend, an increasing number of strange smart gadgets are popping up...

HVAC systems are more efficient than they used to be, but these common HVAC mistakes can quickly erase any advantages...

Installing cooling is surprisingly easy with a mini-split system. Here, we'll show you how to do it yourself.

These locks can be controlled remotely and have many useful features.

Dirty AC? Clean it! We've got you covered with this expert advice.

Keep doing this, and your air conditioner will be around for a LONG time. You can easily extend its life...