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How to Clean Car Carpet

Learn how to clean car carpet and eliminate old stains and smells for good.



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How to Clean Cloth Car Seats

Cleaning cloth car seats is easy — it just takes a little elbow grease and attention to detail with the...


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5 Best Vacuums for Laminate Floors

Cleaning a hard surface like laminate is far different than extracting dirt from carpet fibers. These five vacuum cleaners can...


Simple Tips to Help You Organize Your Fridge

A cluttered fridge makes it harder to prepare meals and even draw up your grocery list, because you have no...


How to Choose the Right Robot Vacuum

There's a lot to love about robot vacuums, the compact, computerized vacuum cleaners that clean floors without any effort on...


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How to Clean a Front Load Washer

You may not realize you should clean your front load washer. But it's important to do so once a month...

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5 Most Common Heating Problems

Don't be left out in the cold. Learn more about common heating problems, what causes them, and some solutions here.


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This Vacuuming Mistake Is Preventing Your Home From Getting Clean

With a little know-how you can improve the performance of your vacuum.


What to Know About Robot Vacuums

Take a look at what to consider before buying a robot vacuum.


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How To Clean a Dryer Vent

A lack of routine maintenance could put your home at risk of having a fire if you don't know how...


DIY Solar Water Heater

Cut your water heating bills 50 percent with this sun-powered solution! Read more about a DIY solar water heater here.


Efficient Heating: Duel-Fuel Heat Pump

This double-duty unit cools and heats your home for less!


13 ‘Going Green’ Myths, Busted

The truth about when to turn off lights or use your air conditioner.


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Homeowner’s Guide to Smart Refrigerators

Curious about what a smart fridge is capable of, whether they're worth the extra cash, and what sort of features...


What Is HomeKit? All About the Apple Home Automation System

If you're a raving fan of Apple or just happen to own one of their devices, HomeKit may be the...

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14 Things You Didn’t Know You Could Wash in the Dishwasher

No, you can't wash your cat in the dishwasher. But, here are 10 things you may not know that you...


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How to Repair a Windshield Washer

Diagnosis and repair are easy, cheap and fast.


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How to Clean Your Dishwasher Filter

If your dishwasher has a filter that needs to be cleaned manually, make sure you do so regularly.


How to Choose the Best Wifi Thermostat

Is a Wi-Fi enabled thermostat right for you?


Furnace Humidifier not Working? Replace it

Replacing old furnace humidifiers with energy efficient ones is better than repairing them


9 Ways You’re Not Organizing Your Fridge—Yet

Check out these refrigerator organizing ideas to keep your food fresh and your shelves clean.

These Vacuum Cleaners Are Super Dependable- and One of Them Is On Sale

We went straight to the source—the Consumer Reports Vacuum Lab—to round up your definitive list on the most dependable vacuums....


10 Innovative Ways to Save Space in Your Refrigerator

Quickly running out of space in your fridge? Try these helpful refrigerator hacks!


10 Before and After Power Washing Photos That are So Satisfying

There's nothing quite like power washing a grimy surface and uncovering the beauty beneath.


How to Clean a Coffee Maker

Cleaning experts know the secret to perking up any coffee maker: Good, old-fashioned white vinegar.


How to Clean a Stove Top

In addition to being unsightly, a dirty gas stove can also be a safety hazard. Here's how to clean a...


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How to Clean a Glass Stove Top

Even the smallest splatter sticks out on a glass stove top. Here, we'll walk you through how to clean a...