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Having a plumbing issue? Want to try to fix it yourself before calling a plumber? Here, homeowners are sharing the DIY plumbing tips they've used to fix plumbing issues on their own -- from dripping toilets and toilet tanks constantly running to dishwasher issues and what's included in a home warranty. Plus, all about energy-efficient hot water heaters & tankless water heaters -- including how to drain, refill, and insulate one. Start here to find easy solutions for common plumbing issues that you can handle yourself... and save money in the process!

I Fixed Our Dishwasher Water Not Draining! Here’s How I Did It…

Water won’t drain from your dishwasher? There are 2 reasons for this: 1) Food is blocking the drain basket in the dishwasher tub. 2) Food is clogging the drain hose under the sink. See how I fixed my dishwasher myself… and you can too! Here’s how to fix a dishwasher that won’t drain water.

My Old Dishwasher Runs Like New Again… After Cleaning Out All That Black Gunk!

This isn’t the first time I’ve had to clean out all of the black gunk and slimy food debris from the dishwasher basket in the far back. The first time, I was able to fix the dishwasher not draining. THIS time, there was no water backing up… just a bunch of food and grime buildup which was making our dishwasher run poorly. Here’s how to clean a clogged dishwasher and remove the black gunk quickly & easily.

My Review Of The DIY Superior Bidet Attachment (…I’ve Always Wanted To Have A Bathroom Bidet Toilet!)

I’ve always wanted a bidet toilet… I finally got one. Hubby installed the DIY Superior Bidet attachment, and our rear ends have never been cleaner! To help you decide if a bathroom bidet makes sense for your family, read through my list of pros & cons of an add-on bidet first.

Got Window Fogging Issues In Your House? (Me Too) Here’s The Best Window Condensation Fix I’ve Found

Window fogging in our house was driving me crazy – until I found the humidity levels in our home were too high. A dehumidifier and some Damp Rid turned out to be the best window condensation fix!

Should You Buy A Home Warranty Or Home Appliance Warranty? See What’s Covered & How Much It Costs

Buying a home warranty or appliance warranty to protect the systems & appliances in your house? Our friends rave about theirs! I’ve listed the pros & cons.

Tankless Water Heater Cost, Pros & Cons, And Installation Tips

Tankless water heaters cost 3 times more than conventional hot water heaters to buy and install, so you’re probably wondering if they are really worth it or not. Following are the pros & cons and details about the cost and installation of tankless water heaters.

6 Ways To Have Efficient Hot Water ~ Energy-Efficient Hot Water Heaters

In addition to tankless water heaters, there are a number of other ways you can have more efficient and cheaper hot water in your home. Here are 5 more alternatives that are worth considering.

How To Drain A Water Heater (…And Fill It Too)

You should drain your water heater once or twice a year, otherwise sediment will collect in your water heater — resulting in less hot water and a less efficient water heater. Here’s how to drain and fill your water heater.

How To Insulate Your Water Heater

There is one very simple thing you can do to help save on your energy bills each month: insulate your water heater! Here’s how to insulate your water heater, using step-by-step instructions.

How To Fix A Dripping Toilet For Less Than $5 …No Tools Required!

Here’s how we fixed our leaky toilets by replacing the toilet flappers. Replacement toilet flappers cost less than $5 apiece and no tools are required to do this job!

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