Repair & Maintenance

Don’t call your plumber just yet! These clever, chemical-free solutions for clearing a stubborn clog will have your shower draining again in no time.

Give your wood projects a beautiful natural finish with this easy, fast-drying technique.

Even the best tiling jobs show their age eventually. When that day comes, remove the grout and replace it to rejuvenate the installation and make the surface gleam again.

Concrete doesn’t really need ongoing maintenance. But occasionally it needs repair, particularly after years of hard use or weather exposure. Fortunately, now the average handy homeowner can handle those fixes himself, saving the cost of a contractor, thanks to advanced concrete repair products. Here’s how it all works.

The do-it-yourself ethos is one we heartily applaud. Most services provided by home maintenance pros aren’t cheap, so taking care of small fixes on your own can save you big bucks. But sometimes the DIY route can wind up costing you more in the end. Here are 10 cases when you should put down your tool kit—and pick up the phone.

Don’t wait until spring has actually sprung to get ready for the change of seasons. As milder weather approaches and you await the return to outdoor living, there’s more to do around your home—both indoors and out—than just spring cleaning. Here are 12 tasks to tackle now to make springtime safer, easier, and more enjoyable.

Can’t get your backpack open, or loosen the fastening on your leather jacket? Surprising solutions in your office, bath cabinet, and workbench will get your zipper to yield.

Take automotive maintenance into your own hands by learning how to replace a set of spark plugs.

If you’re buying a flip house, don’t just be dazzled by the gleaming new countertops and gold-plated fixtures. Look at what lies beneath the surface, too.

As you prep for a new hardwood floor, line up the right tools and materials, and make sure you complete these three crucial steps before you lay a single plank.