Even if you think you can save a few bucks by tackling renovations yourself with an online tutorial, odds are you're actually ...

With the rise of how-to videos and social media hacks, more homeowners than ever are taking repairs into their own hands. But just because you can fix it yourself doesn’t mean you should—or that it’s ...

Homeowners often want to save money by tackling roof repairs themselves. It sounds simple—grab a ladder, some tools, and fix that leak or replace a shingle. But DIY roof repairs can be more dangerous ...

A new survey finds most homeowners now turn to social media when something breaks around the house before calling a professional. According to the survey, 77% of homeowners say the first thing they do ...

The how-to website iFixit has built itself a reputation for providing quality instructions for DIY repairs to common personal devices — including the Microsoft Surface — but a new collaboration with ...

WILLOW STREET, Pa. — Springtime often brings a renewed energy for tasks such as cleaning, reorganizing, and more. This is also the perfect time of the year for some common home spring repairs. However ...

Look at the pros and cons when deciding about roof repairs. You’ll want to weigh savings versus time to determine which is the best fit for you. Dreamstime/TNS A new roof is an expensive endeavor.

Jeff Somers is a freelancer who has been writing about writing, books, personal finance, and home maintenance since 2012. When not writing, Jeff spends his free time fixing up his old house. He has ...