12 Best Home Improvement Projects Under $100
A little can go a long way when it comes to home improvements. For just $100 you can make some big changes to your home.
Tips and Techniques for Pouring Self-Leveling Underlayment
We’ll show you the step-by-step process to achieve a perfectly flat and level underlayment that’s smooth as glass.
Electrical Wiring: How to Run Electrical Wire Outside
The easiest way to bring electricity to a shed, garden or lamppost
Vintage Family Handyman Feature from 1987: Landline Phone Installation
The first issue of Family Handyman was published in 1951, so this year marks our 70th anniversary. To celebrate we're...
How to Make Safe Wire Connections
With the right wire nut connectors and terminals, it's fairly easy to make safe, strong electrical connections
How to Rough-In Electrical Wiring
Do-it-yourself guide with professional techniques for a safe wiring job.
How to Replace a Light Fixture
Replace a light fixture without the hassle with these electrical tips from veteran pros.
How to Rewire a Lamp
With a handful of parts and about a half-hour you can safely fix almost any lamp.
How to Hide Wiring: Speaker and Low-Voltage Wire
Ways to hide speaker, telephone, thermostat and other types of low-voltage wiring
How to Connect Old Wiring to a New Light Fixture
Mount an electrical box in a plaster wall
How to Install Surface-Mounted Wiring and Conduit
With metal conduit, you can run power almost anywhere. We'll show you how to do it safely and easily.
Adding a Second Doorbell Chime
Two options for installing extra ringers
Wireless Electrical Switch: Battery-Free, Finger Powered Switch
Control a light from anywhere in the room—with no wiring or batteries!
Replace a Wall Phone Jack and Phone Jack Wiring
Replace a faulty phone jack in 10 minutes
Cable and Telephone Wiring
Upgrade communications wiring and hardware for better reception with less interference.
Home Automation DIY System
Switch anything from anywhere
What You Should Do with Crowded Electrical Boxes
Double the box size without destroying the wall.
Use a Surge Protector for Electronic Devices
Surge protectors are a must
How to Successfully Move Electrical Boxes
Extension rings will do the trick
Repair Electrical Outlets: Fix Loose Outlets
Repair this annoying—and dangerous—problem in seconds
Installing Communication Wiring
Installing Cat-5 and coaxial cable for Internet, computer, telephone and other uses.
How to Fix an Electrical Short Circuit
Your car or truck's electrical system isn't as complicated as you think
Power Surge: Protect All Your Electronics
Protect your sensitive electronics from voltage spikes
Stripping Wire
Tools and tricks to help you master the basics of how to strip wire
How to Run Wire Through a Wall to Avoid Water Leaks
Tips for a trouble-free installation
Install a Wall Hugger Receptacle
Save space and reduce outlet clutter
5 Common Building Code Violations
Check your home for these potentially hazardous situations
Fix Underground Wiring
Make a splice that will last longer than the wire
How to Wire a Light Socket
For safety, wire your lamps correctly
