Duct tape seems to be the solution to almost every issue you have. When you want to keep something together or a quick solution, you'll typically grab duct tape and forget about it.  If your...

Bathroom fans with light fixtures are common these days. If you have this arrangement, you may want to wire the bathroom fan and the light and operate them from the same switch. So how do you...

As we slowly but surely creep towards the end of the cold season, it is becoming more and more common to be curious about how our heating and cooling systems work, and a split heat pump is no...

Autumn is picturesque in most climates, with leaves littering the roads and rooftops. It's common to see people all over neighborhoods raking leaves into bundles. However, it can be a stressful time...

It is easy to identify if your heat pump is operating normally by the noise it is producing. When it is running normally, it produces a soothing sound or noise. During heat exchange, the compressor...

Source Self-leveling compounds are a great way to finish uneven floors or prepare a surface for delicate tile installation. Many specifically mention using it on old concrete, but what about wood...