From measuring to installation, this project reveals everything you need to know about how to replace an exterior door successfully. Welcome to New Homeowner Bootcamp, Family Handyman’s essential guide for navigating the challenges of homeownership, from little-known post-purchase tasks to money-saving maintenance and upgrades. Front doors are not always easy to install. They require subtle … Read more
Mousetraps aren’t the only tactic for keeping mice away. This simple, natural remedy will help keep those furry little creatures gone for good. No one likes running across a mouse in a dark bedroom or finding droppings in the pantry, but actually, a mouse problem can be even worse than this. Far from being benign … Read more
Cute and a little mischievous, we take a closer look at chipmunks and why you may want to get rid of (or at least discourage) them. Our editors and experts handpick every product we feature. We may earn a commission from your purchases. On This Article Continue reading on the next page 👇
Credit card skimming is rampant and rising, but until very recently, I didn’t even know what it was. I first became aware of it when my sister cautioned me not to use self-checkout registers at stores that don’t take Apple Pay. She is one of a growing number of Americans who have experienced credit card … Read more
Few homes are truly immune to the threat of frozen pipes. Whether you live in a cold climate that expects deep freezes every year or in a “mild” area that only gets the occasional cold snap, one bad night of subfreezing temperatures can unleash a flood of destruction through your home. Burst pipes are one … Read more
It’s every DIYer’s worst nightmare: you put time and money into building that dream deck only to find that something’s wrong months later. The posts you used are starting to warp. That’s not an easy fix. Fortunately, you can prevent warped 4x4s with a little extra time when you’re buying the lumber. Here’s how to … Read more
Got one room that always feels like a walk-in fridge? A bedroom, office or basement that never gets as warm as the rest of the house? Most people just drop a plug-in space heater in the corner and call it a day. Problem: they’re ugly, expensive to run, can overload circuits, and are a burn … Read more
Want lower heating bills and a cozier home this winter? If your windows are letting in drafts, your furnace is wasting energy and you’re paying for heat that literally goes out the window. The good news: you don’t have to replace your windows to feel a big difference. A simple winterizing kit and a few … Read more
When I moved into my older house, I expected quirks—creaky floors, stubborn windows, the usual. What I didn’t expect was to find the same kind of hook in three different rooms: the family room, the bedroom, and the master bathroom. They weren’t towel hooks or coat hooks. These were ceiling or high-wall hooks, placed just … Read more
Running a snow blower looks simple. You squeeze the handle, walk forward, and watch the snow fly. But every winter in the U.S., there are roughly 6,000 snow blower–related injuries, and repair shops get slammed after every big storm. Why? These tips will help you run your blower safer, longer, and with fewer breakdowns. Some … Read more
