Propane is a ubiquitous gas sold in steel bottles—propane tanks—attached to barbecue grills nationwide. Many homes in the country have 250- to 1,000-gallon propane tanks used for heating. Propane is highly beneficial but must be...


Propane is a ubiquitous gas sold in steel bottles—propane tanks—attached to barbecue grills nationwide. Many homes in the country have 250- to 1,000-gallon propane tanks used for heating. Propane is highly beneficial but must be...

It’s a situation that makes you gasp in horror: You’ve dropped an open bottle of nail polish on the sofa or carpet—yikes! You worry that the stain will never come out. Have no fear! With...

While most people living in a subdivision are considerate and agreeable, some exhibit neighbor behaviors that can be downright annoying. You could have a cantankerous guy or a nosy lady living nearby. Here are some...

We’ve all succumbed to impulse purchases at some point, so if you’ve got buyer’s remorse about any of the following household items, there’s no shame. If you haven’t made these purchases yet, be forewarned: Home...

Shoppers are used to seeing a yellow-and-black label attached to an appliance with the Energy Star logo and information about the machine’s energy usage. When you’re in the market for a new appliance, you should...

The COVID-19 pandemic heightened the public’s awareness of the importance of sanitizing surfaces at home and at work. Coronaviruses primarily spread through the air, but other pathogens are spread when you touch contaminated surfaces, then...

YouTube has a vast collection of DIY videos on fixing just about anything. Likely, someone has posted a tutorial video addressing any repair job you may encounter with your house or car or other big...

Specific home maintenance checkups should be done annually to troubleshoot potential issues before they become problems. One important area to check is your home’s electrical system. Catching hazards early will not only save you money...

Do you have a section of ground beside your house where you envision a paver stone patio—an inviting place where you can grill or relax on outdoor furniture? Is it possible to lay that paver...

When winter’s chill arrives, you want your home to be cozy and warm. Certain practices around the house can keep you toasty, while others can give you the shivers. Here’s what you need to know...