Find out why aluminum dryer hose is preferable to vinyl, which can overheat and cause a fire hazard. Also get tips on using a dryer vent cleaning brush to further reduce the risk of fire.

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Find out why central air conditioning is the most effective cooling solution for a historical home. Get tips on asking your HVAC contractor about a low-volume, high-velocity system, which should be able to be installed with the least amount of

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Find out how to remove a popcorn ceiling. Get tips on knocking down as much of the texture as possible and then putting a second layer of drywall over the ceiling. Also learn how you can make old, dirty popcorn texture look new and clean with a

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Find out what's causing air to come up through the trap of your toilet, making the water splash against the seat when the toilet is flushed. Learn why the problem is a blockage somewhere in the vent connected to the waste line under the toilet.

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Find out what you can do about coarse stucco on your home's exterior. Learn why it would probably be more trouble than it was worth to hire a mason to re-stucco the entire house. Get tips on finding a decor solution, such as changing the color of the

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Find out how to repair a minor crack in the concrete foundation wall in your basement. Get tips on sealing the crack with a silicone caulk or masonry caulk.

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Learn how to find an interior decorator in your area. Get tips on checking out the website for the Society of Interior Decorators to get started on your search.

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Find out what to do when you have trouble removing the anode rod from your water heater tank. Learn why you should replace your water heater after about 10 to 12 years. Get tips on considering a tankless water heater, which only heats the water when

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Find out why poor attic ventilation might be causing the black spots you're seeing in your home. Learn why improperly installed insulation and vapor barrier in the attic might be the problem. Get tips on using a continuous ridge vent matched with

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Get tips on choosing an exterior siding to complement the brick walls of your patio. Learn why your best options are probably Hardieplank or cedar.

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