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Shop-Vac Blowing Stuff Out the Back: Possible Causes

My neighbor's old shop-vac was blowing dust out just as quickly as it sucked it in and he was downright frustrated. This is a fairly common mishap with shop-vacs and typically an easy one to...

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How to Seal a Garage Door Correctly [Top, Bottom, & Sides]

A garage door creates an important barrier for houses because it keeps out unwanted guests, elements, and noise when it’s been correctly sealed. How can you tell if you need to add a seal to...

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link to Fan Tripping Breaker – A Complete Guide to Issues and Fixes

Fan Tripping Breaker – A Complete Guide to Issues and Fixes

When a fan is tripping the breaker, it indicates an inbalance in the flow of electrical current.  The most common causes of a fan tripping the breaker are a circuit overload, short circuit,...

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High-Density Fiberboard Advantages And Disadvantages

Hardboard, also known as high-density fiberboard (HDF), is a relatively cheap composite wood building material.  It’s pretty versatile and can replace wood in many interior design aspects like...

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link to Nails vs Screws for Drywall: Pros & Cons of Each

Nails vs Screws for Drywall: Pros & Cons of Each

Are you a homeowner trying to patch up some drywall pop-outs but can't decide if you should use nails or screws?  Screws offer a firmer holding grip than nails for drywall. They are also...

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How Much Weight Can Plywood Hold?

Plywood is an essential part of any major construction project. Whether you are building scaffolding, creating a theatre set, or filling out the walls of a backyard shed, plywood will come in handy....

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About the Author

As a homeowner, I am constantly experimenting with making the structure of my house more energy-efficient, eliminating pests, and taking on DIY home improvement projects. Over the past two decades, my family has rehabbed houses and contracted new home builds and I've learned a lot along the way. I share my hard-learned lessons so that you can save time and money by not repeating my mistakes.

My name is Paul (that’s my little helper, Mason, in the picture with me) and I am a bit of a fanatic when it comes to making sure my home is energy efficient.

The goal of this website is to share with you all of the helpful tips and solutions that I have found so that you can ensure an energy efficient home for you and your family.

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What Can A Smart Home Do? Complete Guide With Pictures!

Learn all about the amazing convenience, security, and money-saving possibilities that you can gain by incorporating smart home devices in your home.

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