HOMEOWNER How-To Videos & Articles

Follow these homeowner tutorials to learn all about homeowner with WonderHowTo's collection of free how-to videos and articles, like Buy homeowners insurance, Save Money on Homeowner's Insurance, and Install Carpet: Carpet Installation, Installing Carpet, New Carpet, Wall to Wall Carpet.

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How to buy homeowners insurance

You can't be approved for a mortgage without homeowners insurance, which will cover you if a tree falls on your home, a guest trips on your ...more

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How To Save Money on Homeowner's Insurance

The main reason to purchase homeowner's insurance is so that your house, belongings, and property will be covered financially in case of ...more

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How To Install Carpet: Carpet Installation, Installing Carpet, New Carpet, Wall to Wall Carpet

Having new carpet installed in one's home is a big decision and can ...more

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How to clean and maintain your home's gutters

Gutters are an important part of your home’s weatherproofing system. For many homeowners, their gutter system is a secondary concern and ...more

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How to apply temporary weatherstripping

Homes are like people -- they tend to run the gamut from hot to cold. Being as your home is very temperamental, it is important to be aware ...more

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How to install an interior pre-hung door in your home

Have a new door that needs installed? Well, first thing you're going ...more

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How to use a post hole digger with This Old House

In this video, This Old House landscaping contractor Roger Cook shows a homeowner how to save time digging fence-post holes with this custom ...more

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How to hang an interior door properly

In this home repair video, Bob Schmidt shows you how to install an interior door using a new product that simplifies the process for the ...more

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How to protect your home from lightening

If you are a homeowner, you'll want to watch this step-by-step set of instructions on how to protect your home from lightning damage.

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How to install a pocket door in a bathroom

Pocket doors are a common design element in houses. Pocket doors are a great way to Pocket doors are quite practical. You don't need to ...more

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How to build a playground slide

In this video tutorial, you'll find instructions for building a standard joist design playground slide, supported by 3-by-4 posts and ...more

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How to install radiant heat floors

John Martin from WarmZone is on hand to show Bob how the medium density fiberboard (MDF) faced with reflective aluminum shielding and precut ...more

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How to care for outdoor power equipment

Every homeowner needs to know how to care for outdoor power equipment like lawn mowers and pressure washers. Let Pat Simpson teach you what ...more

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How to get rid of junk and get organized

In this video Nick Friedman, owner of College Hunks Hauling Junk, describes the techniques and mechanics required for moving and lifting ...more

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How to use fire safety tips for your home

A devastating fire is a homeowner's worst nightmare. But you can prepare yourself and your family in case the unthinkable occurs. Check out ...more

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How To Host a Kid's Ice Cream Party

Ice cream is appreciated globally , and in nearly every city there is a local flavor or custom relating to the sweet treat. That's why ...more

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How To Protect a Basement from Flooding

Your finished basement is your pride and joy. You’ve already spent thousands of dollars and countless hours converting your concrete dungeon ...more

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How To Become a Fix It All Householder

Becoming a fix it all homeowner takes time, patience, and investment in tools and materials. You will become a jack-of-all-trades, not a ...more

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How To Know when to Use Oil Based Paint Instead of Latex

Many home centers are only selling water-based paints these days ...more

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How To Waterproof a Concrete House

Someone has suggested "How to waterproof a concrete house", and this article will offer some methods of waterproofing that a fairly handy ...more

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How To Build a Wood Fence

A well built wooden fence can afford a measure of security and privacy. It will also keep the neighbor's pets out of the flower beds. Lay ...more

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How To Rent out Your Home

For years, Europeans have rented out their homes for a few months a year while they traveled or vacationed along the Mediterranean. The idea ...more

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How To Repair a Concrete Floor

In spite of the concrete finisher's best efforts, sometimes the finished product has significant imperfections. Even a carpet laid on a pad ...more

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How To Identify a Sears Kit Home

If you think houses built from kits are shoddy, cheap and obvious, think again. Between 1908 and 1940, Sears sold about 70,000 homes in 48 ...more

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How To Landscape a Large Yard

Landscaping a large yard can be a challenge, but it also gives you a chance to add a variety of elements that small lawns do not have room ...more

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How To Put an Epoxy Coating on a Garage Floor

Have you ever wanted to install an epoxy coating on your garage floor, but didn't know how to start? This article explains on how to install ...more

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How To Soundproof and Have a Drummer Friendly Home

Drums and other percussion instruments are not the friendliest instruments as they generate lots of noise and vibrations. It is almost ...more

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How to choose a contractor

The number one way to choose a general contractor is by a referral. Start with your architect, if you don’t have one try your local ...more

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How to learn about backyard spas

Consider these factors when thinking of adding a spa to your backyard.Almost all the pools designed and built now come with an integrated ...more

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How to repair wood fences

Fear not, proud homeowner! In this do-it-yourself home improvement video series, learn how to repair and maintain your wooden fence, with ...more

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How to find a realtor to sell your home

In this series on how to choose a real estate agent to help you sell your house, get free realty advice from a licensed realtor. He’ll walk ...more

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How to add extra storage with garage shelving

Every homeowner can use more storage space, so we’ll show you how to add a shelf down each side of your garage. These shelves are located up ...more

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How to patch bathroom ceiling holes

This how to video is a quick excerpt from a DIY show. Watch as Amy Matthews shows a homeowner how to patch holes in the bathroom ceiling ...more

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How to install an exterior stairway

In this how to video Amy Wynn Pastor helps a homeowner build a set of exterior stairs. Watch and get tips on remodeling your home. A new ...more

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How to unclog the drains of your vanity or tub

In this video Bob Schmidt shows you how to use a newer product where any homeowner can remove most common hair clogs in sinks and tubs ...more

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How To Diagnose Land line Phone Problems

Especially since the 1984 Break-up of the Bell System by the United States Federal Court, many people with phone trouble find the process of ...more

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How To Hire and Keep a Housecleaner

Choosing good staff for your home is not easy. There are potential problems that need to be addressed from the start. The most important ...more

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How To Use a Bench Top Bandsaw

Bench-top bandsaws can make intricate cuts quickly and accurately when creating wood projects in a home workshop. Using one requires ...more

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How To Spot a Gold Digger

Have you ever been suspicious that the person you're dating is more interested in your money than in you? If you are concerned about this ...more

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How To Use a Multimeter

A multimeter is an instrument use to check for AC or DC voltages, resistance or continuity of electrical components and small amounts of ...more

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How To Hold a Garage Sale

Looking for a great way to get rid of your household clutter and make some extra cash at the same time? A garage sale or yard sale may be ...more

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How To Make Your Own Electricity

As a part of 'Energy Independence', generating electricity is the easiest and most flexible thing you can do. You can do anything from ...more

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How to create a cedar siding storage shed

This how to video is a quick excerpt from a DIY show. Watch as Karl Champley builds a storage shed to hold the homeowner's lawn tools. Get a ...more

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