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Mastering the Art of Electrical Conduit

Electrical metallic tubing (EMT) is strong, cheap and easy to bend once you learn how. These tips will help you...


How to Install Surface-Mounted Wiring and Conduit

Adding a new light or receptacle to your garage or basement is easier than you think.


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Fixing a Water-Shutoff Valve Leak

Solution to a leak around the water valve shut-off handle


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Getting Rid of a Sewer Smell in the Basement

Stop sewer gas from entering the basement.


15 Basement Bar Ideas for the Perfect Home Bar

These gorgeous basement bars will have you inspired to build out your own space!


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How to Install Under Cabinet Lighting in Your Kitchen

Add dramatic under cabinet lighting in a weekend without tearing up your walls to install the wiring.


Fix Concrete Cracks Yourself: A Step-by-Step Guide

You can fix many concrete cracks yourself.


Survive a Tornado | How to Choose a Safe Room

Safe rooms are designed to stay anchored to the ground during a tornado. But maybe more importantly, a safe room...

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12 Unfinished Basement Ideas for Your Home

Most people only go into their unfinished basements when it's time to adjust the heat or look at an appliance....


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Simple DIY Basement Pull-Up Bar

Looking for an easy way to upgrade your workout routine? Add this easy pull-up bar to your basement. Finished basement...


A Drier Basement with Drylock Extreme

As a contractor, finished basements always make me a little nervous, and I usually won’t take on a basement job...


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Basement Waterproofing: How to Install a Basement Drainage System

Install a sump pump as part of your basement waterproofing system.


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Home Gym Ideas

A home gym is a great way to save money. Take a look at the top home gym ideas from...


The 8 Best Beer Fridges for Your Garage or Man Cave

The best beer fridges are a lot more than just mini fridges you store brewskis in. We found the top...


14 Awesome Man Cave Spaces for Watching the Big Game

It doesn't matter what sport you prefer, when you sit down to watch the big game, you want to do...


Insulate Basement Rim Joists

Cut heat loss through the rim joists and tighten up your house with rigid foam insulation.


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Glass Block Window Installation in the Basement

The most practical basement window—glass block windows—is also the simplest to install.

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12 Tips for Fixing a Leaky Basement

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How to Get Rid of a Basement’s Smell

The first step in learning how to get rid of musty smell is to find the culprit.


Solve Water Issues By Installing Drain Tile in the Basement

You may need an interior drain and sump pump to solve the problem


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25 Tips for Turning a Basement into a Living Space

Homes that have extra, unused basement space have a readymade renovation project just waiting to be started. Finishing a...


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18 Tips for Finishing Basements

Expert advice for a warm, dry and inviting space


Do Waterproof Coatings Really Work?

Do waterproof coatings work? The short answer is yes. We’ve used waterproof coatings in basements with great results.

Save Time and Money With This Self-Draining DIY Dehumidifier

If you forget to empty the tank on your dehumidifier, it’ll either overflow or shut off. That defeats the whole...


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10 Things You Should Never Store in Your Basement or Crawl Space

Unfinished basements and crawl spaces can be a great place to store items you don't use all the time. But...


How to Flatten Basement Ductwork to Gain Space

The easiest way to gain valuable headroom


How To Install a Floor Drain Backflow Preventer

This 15-minute fix can prevent an expensive mess.


How To Prevent a Wet Basement by Fixing Your Home’s Drainage

Worried that your wet basement will require an expensive fix? Here's how to assess and cure the most common cause.


Waterproofing Products Help Keep Basements Dry

A little inspection and finishing work will go a long way in keeping your basement dry.