Most of us have a few tools around the house. At minimum, we’ve got a few screwdrivers, wrenches, and other basic hand tools. But in a world that’s going increasingly electronic, having a multimeter is almost incredibly essential. Basic multimeters are capable of measuring voltage, resistance, and current. Both voltage and resistance can be measured …
We’ve all got GFCI receptacles in our home, but many of us aren’t aware of what they do. GFCI receptacles are the power outlets that you’ll commonly find in your bathroom. They can be identified by two buttons on the face: Test and Reset. GFCI stands for Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter, and they are an …
When you’re planning your week, there are some tasks you look forward to more than others. And if you’re like most people, scrubbing and cleaning is pretty far down the list. Sure, it’s important to keep your tub clean. If your car’s dirty, you need to clean it. And if the laundry room floor is …
For the ambitious do-it-yourselfer, HVAC work represents one of the bigger challenges. Framing work is sweaty, but it’s easy to see if the end results are up to snuff. Drywall and paint is messy, but it’s purely cosmetic. Even in the worst case scenario, a mistake isn’t going to cause any major trouble. But HVAC …
Raising livestock presents a number of challenges. You have to worry about breeding, disease, and making sure all of your animals stay fed. And as we all know, this last part requires a whole lot of grazing. Unfortunately, animals don’t have a concept of “property lines” or “not wandering out in the road.” And for …