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Furnace Not Working? Try These DIY Heating Repair Tips

Having problems with your furnace not working? A furnace that isn’t heating well, isn’t heating at all, or just plain won’t turn on is a huge problem, especially when it’s cold outside. But these DIY heating repair tips might be able to save you the cost of a big heating repair bill -- and get your furnace back up and running faster, too. Read More

The Hidden Benefits of a Mudroom and How you can Build your Own

No one wants to be tracking dirt or mud throughout their home. What’s the solution? A mudroom. AHS is giving the tips you need to DIY your mudroom.Read More

How to Build a DIY Backyard Fire Pit

Fire pits are an easy addition to any backyard atmosphere. Here are 6 backyard fire pit ideas to build at home for your next get-together.Read More

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Why is My Freezer not Freezing? Here are 5 Reasons Why

Did your freezer stop working? There are many reasons why your freezer might not be freezing. Find out why from the Home Matters experts. Learn more at AHS.com. Read More

Understanding What is Out of the DIY Scope

Over the last decade, Christine Gummersall has been DIYing her home from simple furniture fixes, to building walls & entire kitchens. Although she has tackled a lot of big projects, there are still things she deems outside of her DIY scope and hands over to the professionals to tackle. Read More