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The Home Depot Expands Pro Loyalty Program

The Home Depot is bringing some major upgrades to its loyalty program for pro customers.


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13 Things Your Electrician Wants You to Know

Whether you're looking to add a light fixture or run rough electric for an addition, here are a few key...


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We Tried Benjamin Moore’s 2021 Paint Color of the Year

Aegean Teal caught the attention of our team here at Family Handyman. Here's why we love it.


Compare All the Paint Colors of the Year for 2024

All there is to know and love about this year's crop of paint Colors of the Year, plus ideas on...


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Choosing Your Best Heating System for the House

Find the best heating system for your home by learning what's available and how they compare.


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9 Things Carpenters Always Do Working On Their Homes

Ever wonder what practices, principles, tools and materials pro carpenters can't live without? Discover nine of them so you can...


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What You Need to Know About Building Permits

Whether your next home improvement project is big or small, you might need a building permit. Read this before you...


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5 Best Practices For Contractors Working Alone

If you find yourself working alone on a jobsite, follow these best practices for safety and productivity.

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How to Install New Windows and Flash Them

A comprehensive guide to window installation from a Marvin Windows expert


How to Be a Good HVAC System Owner

So, you bought — or perhaps inherited — an...


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Best Methods for Sawdust Collection in a Workshop

The top fittings, filters, methods and other accessories for turning your vacuum into a sawdust collection tool in your workshop.


How to Get Started in Welding

Whether you’d like to build custom cars or just fix a cracked lawn mower deck, learning to weld gives your...


Survey: Home Improvement Spending On the Rise in 2022

A new survey from Home Advisor provides key insight into how American households are spending money on their homes in...


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7 Things Professional Electricians Never Do in Their Own Homes

Getting ready to embark on some DIY electrical work? Think safety first and dodge these common mishaps pro electricians know...


The Home Depot Just Increased Its Minimum Wage to $15 Per Hour

This has been a particularly rewarding year for The Home Depot thanks to fervent public interest in home improvement and...


How to Build (And Make Money With) a Handyman Side Gig

If you're a handy person in need of extra cash, discover how to start and grow a successful handyman side...


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The Best Cordless Circular Saws of 2024-24 – A Handyman’s Buying Guide

Find out which circular saw is best suited for you.

5 Things I Wish I Would Have Known as a Rookie Plumber

We talked with a self-described ski-bum-turned-veteran-plumber to learn the five things he wishes he would have known when he started...


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Testing the Strongest Construction Adhesives

Overwhelmed by all of the choices in the construction adhesive aisle? We put ten different adhesive formulas to the test...


Best Caulk & Sealant Guide: Popular Types of Caulk and How To Choose

When it comes to choosing the best caulk for a job there are a lot of options. Find out how...


A Pro Carpenter’s Guide to Framing Basement Walls

A poor framing job can bring a whole mess of problems, so we asked a professional framing carpenter how to...


How to Make Safer, Better Cuts on a Miter Saw

Our expert, Jerome Worm, has been using a miter saw every day for 30 years. He explains how to get...


Tips and Techniques for Finishing Trim

Achieving a flawless finish is all about proper prep, taking the correct steps, and applying the right product with quality...

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5 Best Places to Buy Paint Online for Your Next DIY Project

Who knew the best place to buy paint was from your couch? These online retailers will deliver to your doorstep—no...


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How to Become a Certified Tile Flooring Installer

Becoming a tile setter can lead to a career with steady work, good wages and visible results clients appreciate.


8 Most Popular Home Design Styles

Whether you're an architecture lover or are saving up for your dream home, check out these homes that reflect are...


The Best Construction-Proof Cases for Top Smart Phones

We found rugged, construction proof cases for each of the top ten smart phone models. Find the best protection for...


The Science Behind Concrete and Why it Matters for Pros

Ever wonder what concrete is really made of? Read this and find out.


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5 Insulation Mistakes to Avoid

Insulation keeps your home the temperature you want — as long as it's installed correctly. Here are five common insulation...