Recent Home Improvement Articles

Residential water pipe break and repair with white tape.
Home Improvement
Team eLocal

What Is Greywater?

Every home creates greywater through regular daily activities. Recycling greywater is an eco-friendly option, but it's important to understand how to use it safely.

bamboo floor hallway
Home Improvement
Team eLocal

Why Do You Need to Let Wood Flooring Acclimate Before Installation?

Acclimating your wood flooring is essential to a successful install — and failing to acclimate flooring first can lead to expensive problems later.

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Home Improvement
Team eLocal

How Much Does a Home Inspection Cost?

Buying or selling a home? You'll need a home inspection to protect yourself from costly repairs. Here's how much home inspections cost.

Electrical fuse box
Home Improvement
James Fitzgerald

How to Fix a Blown Fuse: 6 Steps to Get Your Power Back in a Flash

Have you lost power to your home, and suspect a blown fuse may be to blame? Use this guide to replace a blown fuse in six simple steps.

selective focus of rat on rack near exterminator
Home Improvement
Team eLocal

What to Look for When Hiring an Exterminator

It's essential to select a reputable company to deal with pest problems thoroughly and safely. Here's what to look for in a pest control company below so you can make the best decision for your situation.

insulated exterior faucet
Home Improvement
Team eLocal

How to Install an Outdoor Faucet Cover

Insulating your exterior faucet is an effective way to prevent your outdoor water supply from freezing and reduce the chances of a cracked pipe. Here's how to install a cover.

Repairing a sump pump in a basement with a red LED light illuminating the pit and pipe work for draining ground water
Home Improvement
Team eLocal

What Is a Sump Pump?

Worrying about a flooded basement is hardly a relaxing way to spend a rainy day, so it's worth figuring out how to reduce the risk. Installing a sump pump can help protect your basement and foundations.

Environmentally friendly heat pump located in the back yard
Home Improvement
Team eLocal

What's a Heat Pump?

If you're looking for a more environmentally friendly way to heat and cool your home, a heat pump could be an excellent option. Understanding what a heat pump is and how it works can help you decide if it's the right choice for your family.

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