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How to Clean & Protect a Humidifier 

Humidifiers are great devices for comfort and health conditions. The moisture they propel into the air adds a therapeutic value that is excellent for dry climates, skin, congestion, fevers, and other irritations. However, if humidifiers are left untouched for too long, their benefits will start to fade and can harm you. Cleaning your humidifier is…

Refinishing hardwood floors

How to Refinish a Hardwood Floor

Hardwood floors will need refinishing with the wear and tear of everyday use. Before you call a refinishing service, consider learning to refinish a hardwood floor effectively and save hundreds. Hiring someone to refinish your hardwood floors can cost $2,500, averaging $3-$8 per square foot. Refinishing your floors is estimated to cost $500-$1000, saving you…

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How to Remove Carpet Safely

There are various reasons to remove the carpet in your home; sometimes, it’s cosmetic, and other times it’s a necessity. Regardless of the reason, the next question is, can you do it yourself. The answer isn’t as cut and dry as it may seem. The main hurdles are time and health. Carpet removal is a…

Closer Look at Forney Easy Weld Line

In 2018, Forney Industries’ talented team of engineers noticed a significant gap in the welding market, which lacked user-friendly and portable machines for beginners and even professionals at a reasonable price. Thanks to this gap in the market, the Forney Easy Weld line was born! The Forney Easy Weld line has evolved through the years…

How to Prepare Your Yard for Winter

With winter knocking on our door, fall is a perfect time to prepare your yard. Fall lawn care is extremely important for making your yard look healthy and colorful for next spring. There are many important steps in making sure your yard is ready to endure the cold winter. Following these steps will also gift…

A rake is pulled across leaves in a yard.

The Best Rakes of 2021

Fall usually means one thing as a homeowner: leaves. They’re an inevitable part of the year, and everyone dreads that moment the first leaf falls, but it doesn’t have to be as unbearable as you think. The key is a good rake. A quality rake can make removing leaves from your lawn a breeze and…

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DEWALT DCD703F1 5-in-1 Drill Driver

Take on a wide range of drilling jobs with the incredible versatility of the XTREME™ 12V MAX* Brushless Cordless 5-in-1 Drill/Driver. Designed to improve access in hard-to-reach spaces, this Multi-Head Drill/Driver Kit features 4 dedicated attachment solutions and a built-in bit holder with a magnet. 1/4″ Hex Quick Release Offset Accessory The 1/4″ hex quick-release…

Kids jump into a swimming pool.

How to Winterize a Swimming Pool

At that time of year, we must start packing all our fun summertime toys and preparing for winter. You spent all Spring and summer ensuring your swimming pool was in tip-top shape, so do not ruin all that challenging work by not properly preparing it for winter storage. Winterizing your pool will prevent damage to…