Home Repair Guides
Guides on repiping, gutters, mold removal and water damage: costs, warning signs and what to do next.
- 9 Signs Your House Needs RepipingRepeat leaks, brown water and weak pressure usually point to pipes at the end of their life. Here's how to check yours, and what repiping costs.
- PEX vs Copper Pipe: Which Is Better for Your Repipe?PEX costs about half as much as copper to install. Here's when copper is still worth it.
- How Long Do Gutters Last?Aluminum gutters last 20 to 40 years, copper 50+. Here's how to tell when yours are done, and what replacement costs.
- Does Homeowners Insurance Cover Mold Removal?Insurance usually covers mold only when a sudden covered event caused it, and often with a low limit. Here's how to tell, and how to file.
- What to Do After Water Damage in Your HomeWet materials should be dried within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold. Here's exactly what to do, in order.