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A hand testing the stability of a loose wooden stair baluster

How to Fix a Loose Stair Baluster

A wobbly baluster is more than a minor annoyance—it's a safety hazard. Learn how to diagnose the problem and fix loose wooden or metal balusters yourself with our step-by-step guide, and know when it's time to call a pro.

A garden with significant water pooling on the ground

How to Fix Garden Pooling and Improve Yard Drainage

Is your beautiful garden turning into a swamp after every rain? Standing water can ruin plants, attract pests, and damage your property. This guide will walk you through easy DIY steps to diagnose and fix poor garden drainage, from clearing simple clogs to improving your soil and grade.

A concrete block foundation wall that is visibly bowing inward.

How to Fix a Bulging Foundation Wall A DIY Guide

Discovering a bulging foundation wall can be alarming. This guide walks you through a safety check, how to inspect and measure the bow, and critical drainage fixes you can do yourself. Learn what causes foundation walls to bulge and, most importantly, when to call a professional.

Close-up of a cockroach egg case on a wooden baseboard

How to Get Rid of Cockroach Eggs For Good

Finding cockroach eggs is a sure sign of a bigger problem. This guide will walk you through how to identify cockroach egg cases (oothecae), safely remove them, and take preventative measures to keep your home pest-free for good.

A person identifying a squeak on a wooden staircase.

How to Fix Squeaky Wood Stairs for Good

That relentless creak every time you go upstairs doesn't have to be a permanent feature of your home. Learn the causes of squeaky stairs and follow our step-by-step guide to silence them, whether you have access from below or need to work from above.

A person trying to identify a bad smell coming from their living room couch

How to Make Your Furniture Smell Fresh Again A DIY Guide

Lingering odors in your furniture? Don't despair! Whether it's a musty couch, a smoke-scented chair, or a pet-related smell, our step-by-step guide will help you diagnose the source and eliminate bad odors for good, restoring freshness to your home.

A kitchen cabinet under a sink showing signs of water damage like swollen wood and stains

How to Fix Cabinet Water Damage A Step by Step Guide

Discovering water damage in your cabinets can be alarming. This guide walks you through stopping the leak, assessing the damage, cleaning mold, and repairing both superficial and structural issues to restore your cabinets.

A thick layer of dust visible on a piece of furniture

How to Reduce Heavy Dust Buildup In Your Home

Tired of the endless battle with dust? This comprehensive guide walks you through identifying the root causes of heavy dust buildup, from your HVAC system to hidden sources, and provides a step-by-step plan to clean effectively and keep your home fresh.

A person testing a wobbly wooden deck railing for looseness.

How to Fix a Loose Deck Railing A Step by Step Guide

A wobbly deck railing is a serious safety hazard. Learn how to diagnose and fix a loose railing, whether it's wood, metal, cable, or glass, with our comprehensive DIY guide. We'll walk you through tightening hardware, replacing rotten wood, and reinforcing posts to make your deck safe again.

Water backing up from a basement floor drain

How to Fix Water Backflowing From Your Floor Drain A Step by Step Guide

Discovering water backing up from a floor drain can be alarming. Our guide walks you through diagnosing the cause—from simple clogs to main sewer line issues—and provides step-by-step instructions to safely resolve the problem and protect your home.