Uneven Hot or Cold Water Pressure: How to Fix
I have a small ranch styled home built in 1967. When taking a shower and water is used in another part of the house, the hot or …
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Can High Water Pressure Cause Plumbing Leaks?
I live in a condo, in Lincoln, CA that is 13 years old. I had a plumber out because the tub spout was dripping. He was able to …
Going Away? Prevent House Fires and Plumbing Leaks in a Vacant Home
Whether you’re preparing for a weekend getaway or an extended vacation, mechanical problems can easily develop in a house left …
Q &A: Best Emergency Backup Heat for Winter
Recently, a connection on LinkedIn asked me a question about the best emergency backup heat for winter: “What would you …
How to Remove Carpet and Prep for a New Floor Like a Pro
Solid surface flooring is more popular than ever, offering many choices that are beautiful, durable, and easy to maintain. …
Kitchen Transformation: Create a Granite Countertop in a Weekend with LuxROCK
Kitchen countertops are one of the hardest working surfaces in any household. They need to be durable enough to stand up …
First-Time Homeowners Repair Checklist
It’s a thrilling time for first-time homeowners when they discover their offer has been accepted on a new home, especially if …
Stop Cold Floors with SunTouch Radiant Floor Heating
When it comes to home comfort, there is nothing worse than stepping on a cold floor! Whether it’s that first step out of bed, …
Remedy for a Stripped Screw Head
What is the name of the product that you recommended for a stripped screw head? It is liquid and only a drop will solve the …
12 Best Kitchen Gifts for 2021
Looking for the perfect gift for a kitchen connoisseur? We’ve scoured the stores and shops to find fun, useful and …
Best Underlayment for Laminate Flooring
We have a 1970’s Ranch style home and are planning to add laminate flooring throughout the home and trying to decide which …
DaiHard 100 Epoxy Kit Delivers DIY Garage Floor Transformation
Garage floors need to be one of the most durable floor surfaces in any house. They have to take the punishment of hot tires on …
Total Tape Offers Construction Adhesive Hold Without the Mess
If you’ve ever used construction adhesive for a project, you know that its super-strong. But you also know it can be super …
SpreadStoneâ„¢ Countertop Finishing Kit: Durable DIY Surface for Kitchen & Bath
If we had to name a project that can really change the look of a kitchen, or even a bath, replacing the countertop would be high …
5 Weekend Curb Appeal Ideas that Add Value to Your Home
In today’s hot real estate market, whether you’re moving on or hunkering down, enhancing the exterior home appearance is a top …
Refinishing Kitchen Cabinets: Simple Steps to a Colorful Makeover
Kitchens are perhaps the busiest rooms in any home. Whether it’s meal preparation, homework space, or social gatherings, …
Enter the $3,600 Floof Proof Pet Sweepstakes with LL Flooring!
Celebrate Pet Appreciation Week with The Money Pit and LL Flooring by posting a photo of your pet to win beautiful new flooring …
Win the Ultimate Pet Friendly Flooring with LL Flooring’s Floof Proof Pet Sweepstakes!
A good, pet-friendly floor must be easy to clean, completely waterproof so it doesn’t become damaged in the event of accidents …
Official Rules for The Money Pit Post a Picture of Your Pet Photo Contest Presented by LL Flooring
NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. MAKING A PURCHASE DOES NOT INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING. ONLY ONE ENTRY WILL WIN. …
Enter The Money Pit’s $3,900 Safe at Home Sweepstakes with Deep Sentinel
Did you know that 3 out of 4 homes will be burglarized in the next 20 years. On top of that, package theft is at an all-time …
Enter to Win a Deep Sentinel Home Security System in our $3,900 Safe at Home Sweepstakes!
Watch Deep Sentinel Stop Crimes Before they Happen! According to the FBI, there are over 2.2 million burglaries in the …
How to Choose the Best Home Security System for Your Home
Home security systems are essential to keep your house, loved ones, and belongings safe. This industry has seen some significant …
Are Home Security Camera Systems Worth the Cost?
Like all investments, it is natural to go through a cost-benefit analysis to determine if a certain investment is worth the …
Will Home Insurance Cover Leaky Roofs? What You Need to Know
Spring showers are a welcomed indicator that warmer weather and greener pastures are on the horizon — unless they’re …