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Author Profiles

Jeanne Huber

is the author of 10 books about home improvement. She writes a weekly column about home care for the Washington Post.

BY THIS AUTHOR

Child safety lock on kitchen drawer

How to Child-Proof Your Kitchen

Your busy kitchen can be the most accident-prone place in the house. Here’s how to child-proof your kitchen, starting with the most essential and simplest steps. Read More

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Zinc countertop in a kitchen with a fancy edge

Zinc Countertops: Pros and Cons

A zinc countertop is hip, trendy, and very cool. But is it worth the price? Read More

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A Guide to Insulation Types

Insulation types range from that fluffy, itchy stuff to cuddly cushions made of blue jean fabric. Here’s how to decide which is the best insulation for your project. Read More

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How to Fix a Sweaty Toilet

Does your toilet have the cold sweats? Here’s how to fix a sweaty toilet before the dripping water rots out your bathroom floor. Read More

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Large foundation crack on the corner of a house

5 Maintenance Tasks to Ignore at Your Peril

Are you a pro at procrastination? Get off the couch for these 5 critical maintenance jobs; left undone, the consequences could cost you thousands — or worse. Read More

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Effort Low 1-2 hrs. (change battery)
Investment Low $200 (sump pump battery)
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Basement wall with water damage

Waterproofing Basement Walls: Costs and Options

Tempted by ads that promise to waterproof your basement? Here’s the scoop: Read More

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Effort Low 2-3 hours
Investment Low $35 (gal. waterproofing paint)
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Artistic space heater in guest bedroom

The 5 Coolest Space Heaters on the Planet

Space heaters used to be clunky plugins that squatted on the floor and scared the fluff off your cat. No more — these 5 space heaters are totally cool. Read More

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Effort Low 1 hr. (plug-in model)
Investment Low $150 (2-by-2-foot panel)
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Winter home repair jobs including a GFCI and wood flooring

12 Simple Home Repair Jobs to Lift You Out of Winter’s Funk

Winter’s doldrums got you down? Grab a screwdriver and a hammer and fight back with easy home repairs that’ll raise spirits and get your house ready for spring. Read More

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Effort Low 1 hr (install GFCI)
Investment Low $28 (self-testing GFCI)
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Basement moisture can ruin floors, encourage mold and more.

8 Solutions to Common Wet-Basement Problems

Solving wet-basement problems is one of the most important things you can do to protect the value of your home and health of your family. Read More

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Effort Med 2-4 days
Investment Med $3,000 (interior drain)
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Fix Air Leaks Around Windows Stopping Door Air Leaks

How to Seal Out Drafts and Seal in Comfort

Seal air leaks around your windows and doors to prevent wasting precious home heating and cooling energy that costs you money. Read More

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Effort Low 3-4 hours
Investment Low $25-$37 (new threshold; weatherstripping)
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