Homeowners can clean their air ducts themselves with the right tools and a handful of helpful tips. Get our advice on when to do it yourself — and when to call a professional instead.

Instead of throwing out a mildewy shower curtain, you can wash it to look as good as new. Using these methods, your curtain can be scrubbed clean in the washer.

Snaking a sink drain, be it in the kitchen, bathroom or, really, any other household sink, is something you don’t need to be a professional plumber to do. You just need the right tools and the right instructions.

Phantom power is the electricity your smart devices and computers use when not being used. Here is how to control phantom loading so you can save energy and money.

Lighting a gas fireplace is a simple task for any homeowner — but also one you want to make sure you’re doing correctly. Learn how to light your gas fireplace in a few easy steps.