OK, we've talked about thermostat types, thermostat troubleshooting and about how thermostats work. Let's take a step back and find out how easy it is to replace an old thermostat and ... Read More

The thermostat is the brains behind your furnace operating properly. Some have mercury switches inside, some use mechanical switches, some are digital, and programmable electronic models will do everything ... Read More

Frozen pipes are a big problem during extended cold snaps in winter. Frozen water exerts thousands of pounds of pressure per square inch on a pipe and can burst it, causing ... Read More

You wake up at 2 AM and hear it... Drip, drip, drip... We all know that sound. Well here's a clear step by step on how to fix that leaky ... Read More

Most paints give off harmful VOC's. And when you're painting in the winter, you don't have much opportunity to open a window and get needed ventilation to rid your ... Read More

As the cold of winter grips us, I wanted to make sure my readers who have a boiler and hot water heat get represented in the home repair arena just ... Read More