When something breaks around the house, it's natural to want to fix it yourself and save some money. DIY projects can be rewarding, but not every repair is something you're allowed to do without ...

The first rule of home ownership is that you are perpetually unprepared for just how expensive it is. Even after years of dealing with the slow-motion collapse of your most valuable asset, you can ...

Across the country, homeowners are quietly rewriting the rules of home maintenance, trading service calls for socket wrenches and smartphone tutorials. Instead of defaulting to contractors, more ...

You probably spend almost no time thinking about the disposal in your kitchen sink right up until the garbage disposal is not working. Just as soon as that sink drain backs up, figuring out how to fix ...

Before you replace anything, search your exact model + symptom on YouTube — a $300 repair call is often a $10–$20 fix Watch a couple videos, then only DIY if it’s simple and safe (no gas, major ...

Your windshield takes a beating—gravel from the highway, sudden temperature changes, or that unlucky bird strike. Before you know it, there's a chip or crack staring back at you. But what if you could ...

Ginny Bartolone began writing DIY and home improvement guides nearly 10 years ago, covering everything from energy-efficient appliances to cracked foundations. Whether she's compiling cost information ...

When problems arise, it's tempting to wait for someone else to address it. But sometimes, the only person who can fix it... is you. This hour, TED speakers share ideas on how to do it yourself. Guests ...