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  • How to Install an Electric Smoke Detector

    Installing an electric smoke detector will require a 120 circuit to wire, among other items. Install an electric smoke detector with help from a longtime electrical contractor in this free video clip.

    Last Updated: May 13, 2013
  • The Best Ways to Cut Costs With a New Baby

    Parents expecting a new addition to the family are often worried about how to pay for everything their child needs, but there are many ways to cut costs with a new baby. The key to living on a budget…

    Last Updated: May 13, 2013
  • Lighting Solutions for Large Rooms

    Lighting can make all the difference in the look of a room, but lighting large rooms can be a challenge. A lack of interior walls and the high ceilings make it difficult to reflect direct light or…

    Last Updated: May 12, 2013
  • Can Orchids Live in a Compact Fluorescent Light (CFL) Environment?

    In the wild, orchids typically grow in humid jungles under a canopy of trees. You can recreate this bright, indirect sunlight in a home environment by using artificial light sources, such as compact…

    Last Updated: May 10, 2013
  • How to Keep Blackbirds Out of a Corn Patch

    Keeping blackbirds out of a corn patch is something you can do with supplies purchased from the local garden store. Keep blackbirds out of a corn patch with help from a classically-trained chef with…

    Last Updated: May 10, 2013
  • Unboxing the Lowes Iris

    The Iris is a do-it-yourself home security and automation solution. Watch eHow Tech editor Dave Johnson unbox and explain how to use an Iris in your own home.

    Last Updated: May 09, 2013
  • Unboxing the Kwikset SmartCode

    Forget about keys -- secure your home with an electronic keypad. In this video clip, eHow Tech editor Dave Johnson unboxes a Kwikset and shows how to install it.

    Last Updated: May 09, 2013
  • Unboxing the Rollie Eggmaster

    The Rollie Eggmaster is a kitchen gadget that makes eggs -- on a stick. Watch eHow Tech editor Dave Johnson unbox this clever gadget and cook some eggs in this video clip.

    Last Updated: May 09, 2013
  • How to Find a 21st Century Insurance Agency

    Finding a 21st century insurance rating is a great way to make sure that you have a plan that works for you. Find a 21st century insurance agency with help from a longtime insurance broker in this…

    Last Updated: May 09, 2013
  • How to Store a Portable Generator

    How you will store a portable generator depends largely on its size. Store a portable generator with help from a professional engineer in this free video clip.

    Last Updated: May 09, 2013
  • How to Maintain Emergency Lighting Systems

    Maintaining emergency lighting systems properly will help make sure they're actually there when you need them. Maintain emergency lighting systems with help from a professional engineer in this free…

    Last Updated: May 09, 2013
  • Sink Stopper Installation

    Sink stopper installation requires you to work with the lift rod and associated mechanism. Learn about sink stopper installation with help from the president and owner of Source Development Inc. in…

    Last Updated: May 09, 2013
  • How to Install Drain Stoppers to a Sink

    Installing drain stoppers to a sink requires you to purchase a plumb pack from your local hardware store. Install drain stoppers to a sink with help from the president and owner of Source Development…

    Last Updated: May 09, 2013
  • Replacing a Pop-Up Sink Stopper

    Replacing a pop up sink stopper will require a screwdriver and a few other important tools. Replace a pop up sink stopper with help from the president and owner of Source Development Inc. in this free…

    Last Updated: May 09, 2013
  • Steak Recipes Using a Cast Iron Skillet

    Cast iron skillets are typically made out of straight iron. Get steak recipes using a cast iron skillet with help from an experienced chef in this free video clip.

    Last Updated: May 09, 2013
  • How to Shop for Home HVAC Units

    An HVAC, or heating, ventilation and air conditioning system, keeps your home comfortable year-round, but the cost of running it can be painful to your budget. Choosing a system that is energy…

    Last Updated: May 09, 2013
  • How to Learn Taijutsu at Home

    Learning Taijutsu at home requires you to make good use of the various tools that you have at your disposal. Learn Taijutsu at home with help from a mixed martial artist in this free video clip.

    Last Updated: May 07, 2013
  • How to Decorate Doggie Bone Containers

    Decorating doggie bone containers is a great way to recycle an old item into something as good as new. Decorate doggie bone containers with help from an experienced crafts expert in this free video…

    Last Updated: May 02, 2013
  • How to Decorate Flatware With Beads

    Decorating flatware with beads requires you to use beads that are easily washable. Decorate flatware with beads with help from an experienced crafts expert in this free video clip.

    Last Updated: May 02, 2013
  • What Is ePaper for eReaders?

    Electronic paper, otherwise known as e-paper, is a key selling point for e-readers like the Amazon Kindle and Barnes & Noble Nook. Designed to combine the versatility of a regular tablet display…

    Last Updated: Apr 30, 2013
  • How Much Should I Pay for Health Insurance?

    The total amount of money that you should pay for health insurance actually depends a lot on your own situation. Find out how much you should pay for health insurance with help from a member of the…

    Last Updated: Apr 30, 2013
  • How to Open iTunes if Locked

    Just because your copy of iTunes is locked doesn't mean that it can't still be opened. Open iTunes if it is locked with help from an expert in Apple retail in this free video clip.

    Last Updated: Apr 30, 2013
  • Do You Get to Fly a Spaceship in "Halo"?

    Flying a spaceship in "Halo" is something that you do during the solace mission. Find out how you can get to fly a spaceship in "Halo" with help from an experienced video game expert in this free…

    Last Updated: Apr 30, 2013
  • How to Make a Lava Trap in Minecraft

    Making a lava trap in Minecraft is a great way to decimate someone who is constantly griefing you. Make a lava trap in Minecraft with help from a video game expert in this free video clip.

    Last Updated: Apr 30, 2013
  • Minecraft: How to Make a Bed

    The bed in Minecraft is a useful tool in survival mode. Find out how to make a bed in Minecraft with help from a video game expert in this free video clip.

    Last Updated: Apr 30, 2013
  • How to Delete Your Clothes on YoVille

    The online game YoVille allows Facebook and Myspace members to dress up and mingle with other players while exploring the YoVille virtual world. You can even make a fashion statement by using gold…

    Last Updated: Apr 26, 2013
  • Ideas for Keeping Dogs From Getting Bored

    Keeping your dogs from getting bored means keeping your dogs out of trouble. Get ideas for keeping dogs from getting bored with help from a professional dog trainer and behavior consultant in this…

    Last Updated: Apr 25, 2013
  • How to Not Get Bored of Clothes

    The key to not getting bored of your clothes is the accessories that you choose to pair with them. Learn how to not get bored of clothes with help from the owner and creative director for Ose in this…

    Last Updated: Apr 24, 2013
  • How to Decorate Garbage Cans

    Decorating garbage cans is something you can do in a wide variety of different ways, like with duct tape. Decorate garbage cans with help from a crafts expert in this free video clip.

    Last Updated: Apr 24, 2013
  • Necklace Storage Ideas

    Anyone who owns more than a few necklaces will tell you that storage can be a real problem. Get necklace storage ideas with help from a crafts expert in this free video clip.

    Last Updated: Apr 24, 2013
  • The Android Samsung Notification Options

    Android app and system notifications on Samsung devices are controlled through the app manager and within the app settings. Most of Samsung's changes to the stock Android notification system are…

    Last Updated: Apr 20, 2013
  • How Do Stylists Get Clothing From Showrooms?

    Stylists obtain clothing from showrooms when they're styling photo shoots and styling or dressing celebrities. Showrooms house clothing collections for future and current seasons and sometimes feature…

    Last Updated: Apr 18, 2013
  • Pest Control for Squash Beetles

    Unlike most other member of the ladybug family, squash beetles (Epilachna borealis) are pests and feed on squash (Cucurbita spp.) and other cucurbit plants. Native to eastern and central North…

    Last Updated: Apr 17, 2013
  • Storage Ideas for Vintage Hats

    Vintage hats are a delightful collectible and can add a whimsical accent to a modern outfit or provide an essential finishing touch for a vintage or reproduction outfit. While many vintage hats are…

    Last Updated: Apr 16, 2013
  • How to Get Clothes to Stop Shedding

    Different types of wool like angora are notorious for leaving behind fuzzy elements on other things in your closet, as well as whatever pants you're wearing. It might get to the point where you avoid…

    Last Updated: Apr 16, 2013
  • How to Keep Dogs From Getting Snow Clumped in Their Paws

    Most dogs love a good romp in the snow -- and winter exercise is important for their health as well as yours. But anyone who has ever taken a dog out knows that snow and those hard little ice balls --…

    Last Updated: Apr 14, 2013
  • Expense Checklist for Home Builders

    Expenses related to new home construction can range from the obvious cost of materials to more obscure expenses like homeowner association approval fees. Construction budgets dictate each step of home…

    Last Updated: Apr 13, 2013
  • How to Last Longer Running in a 5K

    Running a 5K can be a challenging activity. If you've never run one before, you might be worried about whether you'll last through the whole race. If you have run a 5K before, you might not have made…

    Last Updated: Apr 12, 2013
  • How to Get Air Out of Breast Milk Bags

    Breast milk bags provide a convenient way for working and busy mothers to freeze and refrigerate their breast milk. The disposable bags attach directly to the pump and are sealed before being placed…

    Last Updated: Apr 12, 2013
  • How to Make Your Small House Into a Dream Home

    From lifestyle to resale aspects, sensibly sized luxury homes make more sense than monstrous homes, says Forbes.com. Thanks to its modest size, reshaping your small house into a dream home is a more…

    Last Updated: Apr 07, 2013
  • What Storage Space Does Microsoft Provide?

    Microsoft’s SkyDrive offers you different amounts of cloud storage space not only for Windows systems, but for the Apple and Android platforms as well. Even though SkyDrive launched in 2007,…

    Last Updated: Apr 02, 2013
  • How to Arrange Shoes by Season or Color

    If you're scared to peek inside your closet for more than a few seconds to find a pair of shoes, it's time for an intervention. Start by cleaning the floor. Shoes, accessories, purses and clothes…

    Last Updated: Apr 02, 2013
  • Household Items That Are Dangerous to Cats

    Companion animals like cats face a number of dangers for which you might be unprepared. The truth is, almost anything can harm a cat if it's ingested or abused. Still, some items are more dangerous to…

    Last Updated: Apr 01, 2013
  • How to Keep a Cat From Licking a Person

    Every time someone new comes over, Sasha heads right over and starts grooming them. She’ll lick, nibble and purr loudly as she’s bathing her human. While a small kiss is perfectly fine,…

    Last Updated: Apr 01, 2013
  • What Does the Light Sensor on Top of the iPad Do?

    As the name implies, the iPad's ambient light sensor analyzes the amount of ambient light in your immediate surroundings when you are using it. Depending on whether you have an iPad or an iPad Mini,…

    Last Updated: Apr 01, 2013
  • How to Dial Letters in the iPhone

    On its website, Apple lists "1-800-MY-IPHONE" as the phone number where you can get support for your iPhone in the United States. Phone numbers dialed from your iPhone must contain only…

    Last Updated: Apr 01, 2013
  • What Are the Dangers of Throwing Away Electronics in the Trash Can?

    With the constant pace of advancement in computers, smartphones, tablets and other electronic devices, you've probably occasionally found yourself with obsolete or outdated technology in your home.…

    Last Updated: Apr 01, 2013
  • How to Shorten Suits

    Fit is the most important part of a suit, and jacket sleeves and pants can be shortened for a better and more flattering fit. With a proper fitting traditional suit jacket, about 1/4 to 1/2 inch of…

    Last Updated: Apr 01, 2013
  • Storage Ideas for Shoes & Purses

    If your shoes are taking over the bedroom closet and your handbag collection spills over into the hall or linen closet, you need some storage solutions. When your collections start growing out of…

    Last Updated: Apr 01, 2013
  • How to Remove the '05 Mustang Headlight

    When the Mustang debuted in 1964, Ford likely had no clue just how important this model would be to its livelihood. Throughout the years, the Mustang underwent some significant changes; some were good…

    Last Updated: Apr 01, 2013
  • How to Air Out Shoes

    There's no denying that feet sweat when you wear shoes, and the resulting odor can be unpleasant and embarrassing. Unfortunately, throwing a pair of shoes in the washing machine is not usually an…

    Last Updated: Apr 01, 2013
  • How Do I Organize a One Bedroom Apartment?

    Organizing a one bedroom apartment requires you to look at the main space that flows from area to area. Organize a one bedroom apartment with help from an interior designer living and working in New…

    Last Updated: Mar 27, 2013
  • How to Get Air Out of the Lines for the Hot Water Heater

    Getting air out of the lines of a hot water heater isn't something that will require you to hire an expensive professional. Get air out of the lines of a hot water heater with help from a Foreman for…

    Last Updated: Mar 26, 2013
  • How to Get Production Credits From iTunes

    Getting production credits from iTunes is a great way to learn more about all of your library content. Get production credits from iTunes with help from an audio engineer, musician, video editor and…

    Last Updated: Mar 21, 2013
  • How to Package & Wrap Furniture for Moving

    Packing and wrapping furniture in the proper way is the only way to make sure that all of your precious pieces survive a move. Package and wrap furniture for moving with help from an experienced…

    Last Updated: Mar 21, 2013
  • Organizational Tips for Dorm Closets

    It's very easy to let the closet in your dorm get stuffed with junk that you don't need. Get organizational tips for dorm closets with help from an interior and life designer in this free video clip.

    Last Updated: Mar 21, 2013
  • What Could I Use on the Top of the Closet to Keep Things Organized?

    The top of a closet in a dorm room is a great opportunity for storage, but you never want to let it get too unorganized. Find out what you can use on the top of a closet to keep things organized with…

    Last Updated: Mar 21, 2013
  • How to Appraise Glassware

    You can appraise glassware to help get a more accurate gauge of the value of the time. Appraise glassware with help from the owner of an antique store in this free video clip.

    Last Updated: Mar 18, 2013
  • Protecting Yourself on the Modern Internet

    There's a secret war going on inside your computer, and the prize is your bank account. It didn't start out that way. Many early computer viruses were little more than practical jokes. One of the…

    Last Updated: Mar 14, 2013
  • How to Use Solar Panels & Wind Turbines Together

    Solar panels and wind turbines, when used together, are a really terrific way to revolutionize your home. Use solar panels and wind turbines together with help from an expert with Earth Wind and Solar…

    Last Updated: Mar 08, 2013
  • How to Make Fresh-Squeezed Lemonade

    You can easily make fresh-squeezed lemonade right at home whenever you'd like by following just a few basic steps. Make fresh-squeezed lemonade with help from a raw food and juicing specialist in this…

    Last Updated: Mar 08, 2013
  • The Best Clothes for Broad Shoulders

    If you've got broad shoulders, there are a few key types of clothes that you're definitely going to want to add to your wardrobe. Find out about the best clothes for broad shoulders with help from the…

    Last Updated: Mar 07, 2013
  • How to Find a Homeowner's Insurance Company

    Finding a homeowner's insurance company should never be the most complicated thing that you try to accomplish at any given moment. Find a homeowner's insurance company with help from an experienced…

    Last Updated: Mar 05, 2013
  • How to Kill Maggots in Horse Manure in a Vegetable Garden

    You can kill maggots in horse manure in a vegetable garden by taking a few very important steps as quickly as possible. Kill maggots in horse manure in a vegetable garden with help from the owner of…

    Last Updated: Mar 04, 2013
  • The Tax Classification of Second Homes

    Second homes are typically classified in a very particular way when it comes to your income taxes. Find out about the tax classification of second homes with help from a professional public speaker…

    Last Updated: Feb 28, 2013
  • How to Repair Split Wood Boards

    When repairing split wood boards, you're always going to need to keep a couple of handy tools near by. Repair split wood boards with help from a Foreman for Lighty Contractors in this free video clip.

    Last Updated: Feb 28, 2013
  • How to Repurpose Household Items for Decorating

    Repurposing household items for decorating is a great way to breathe new life into some of your older pieces. Repurpose household items for decorating with help from an interior and life designer in…

    Last Updated: Feb 26, 2013
  • How to Build a Space Rocket With Paper Towel Cylinders

    All you need are some paper towel cylinders and a little bit of your own imagination to build a great space rocket right in your very own home. Build a space rocket with paper towel cylinders with…

    Last Updated: Feb 14, 2013
  • What Vintage Jeans Are Worth Any Money?

    Whether or not vintage jeans are actually worth any money depends entirely on a few key things. Find out if vintage jeans are worth any money with help from a fashion professional in this free video…

    Last Updated: Feb 12, 2013
  • The Best Cropped Pants for Curves

    The best cropped pants for curves are ones that share a few key characteristics. Find out about the best cropped pants for curves with help from the owner and creative director for Ose in this free…

    Last Updated: Feb 11, 2013
  • How to Keep Animals Out of Plumbing Vents

    Keeping animals out of plumbing vents is sometimes a lot easier said than done. Find out how to effectively keep animals out of plumbing vents with help from a contractor with over ten years of…

    Last Updated: Feb 06, 2013
  • How to Get to the Air Strip by Ironforge on "WoW"

    Getting to the air strip by Ironforge on WoW is sometimes a lot easier said than done. Get to the air strip by Ironforge on WoW with help from a World of Warcraft expert in this free video clip.

    Last Updated: Feb 04, 2013
  • How to Decorate With Fiesta Dinnerware

    Fiesta dinnerware can be a great decoration for a number of different occasions. Decorate with fiesta dinnerware with help from the founder and Chief Executive Maniac of Marketing Maniacs, Inc. in…

    Last Updated: Feb 04, 2013
  • How to Set a 12-Person Table for 13 Guests

    Just because a table was made for twelve people doesn't mean that you can't fit an extra space into the mix. Set a 12-person table for thirteen guests with help from an event planner in this free…

    Last Updated: Jan 25, 2013
  • iSmartAlarm

    Get the security you want at home without the monthly charge.

    Last Updated: Jan 22, 2013
  • How to Find Insurance Clients

    Finding insurance clients isn't necessarily difficult, so long as you're approaching things from the right angle. Get tips on how to find insurance clients with help from an experienced financial…

    Last Updated: Jan 21, 2013
  • Hairspray That Makes Your Hair Smell Good

    Certain hairsprays really have a tendency of making your hair smell quite lovely. Use hairspray that makes your hair smell good with help from a professional hair and makeup artist in this free video…

    Last Updated: Jan 21, 2013
  • How to Install a Home Alarm Window Sensor

    Installing a home alarm window sensor is something that can really help prevent people from breaking into your home. Install a home alarm window sensor with help from a co-founder and senior adviser…

    Last Updated: Jan 16, 2013
  • How to Replace a Wireless Alarm Door Sensor

    Wireless alarm door sensors tend to be very small and very easy to set up. Replace a wireless alarm door sensor with help from a co-founder and senior adviser at FrontPoint Security in this free video…

    Last Updated: Jan 16, 2013
  • How to Install an Outdoor Motion-Sensor Light

    An outdoor motion-sensor light is a great way to keep an eye out on what's going on around your home. Install an outdoor motion-sensor light with help from a co-founder and senior adviser at…

    Last Updated: Jan 16, 2013
  • How to Turn Household Items Into Whimsical DIY Art

    Turning household items into whimsical do it yourself art is a whole lot easier (and fun) that you might be assuming. Turn household items into whimsical DIY art with help from a crafts expert with…

    Last Updated: Jan 16, 2013
  • How to Find Effective Homeowner's Insurance

    Finding effective homeowner's insurance policies is sometimes easier said than done. Find effective homeowner's insurance policies with help from an independent insurance agent in this free video…

    Last Updated: Jan 16, 2013
  • Can Lacy Tights Be Professional?

    Whether or not lacy tights can be professional depends largely on a few key things, like context. Find out if lacy tights can be professional with help from a style and fashion expert in this free…

    Last Updated: Jan 16, 2013
  • How to Use Spray Mousses for Hairstyles

    Spray mousses will need to be used in a very particular way to help you achieve that great hairstyle that you're going for. Use spray mousses for hairstyles with help from a professional hair stylist…

    Last Updated: Dec 27, 2012
  • How to Set a Table With Silverware

    When setting a table with silverware, you always need to make sure that you're putting everything in the exact place that it's supposed to go. Set a table with silverware with help from a…

    Last Updated: Dec 24, 2012
  • How to Keep Stew Meat From Drying Out

    You can keep stew meat from drying out by carefully trying a few basic techniques. Keep stew meat from drying out with help from a chef instructor and executive pastry chef in this free video clip.

    Last Updated: Dec 24, 2012
  • Bridal Hair Upstyles

    Bridal hair upstyles can be easily implemented by making good use of a few key tools. Find out about bridal hair upstyles with help from a professional hair stylist in this free video clip.

    Last Updated: Dec 20, 2012
  • How to Use Spray Bottles to Set Makeup

    When using spray bottles to set your makeup, you're always going to want to be very careful of a few key things. Find out how to use spray bottles to set makeup with help from a master makeup artist…

    Last Updated: Dec 18, 2012
  • How to Make a Good Greek Salad at Home

    You don't have to go out to a Greek restaurant to enjoy a rich, genuine Greek salad. Make a good Greek salad at home with help from an expert in nutrition and health in this free video clip.

    Last Updated: Dec 04, 2012
  • Does the Elliptical Strengthen the Biceps?

    Whether or not the elliptical will strengthen your biceps depends entirely on a few key things. Find out if the elliptical really is capable of strengthening your biceps with help from a respected…

    Last Updated: Nov 30, 2012
  • Tax Organization Tips for Freelancers

    If you're a freelance employee or entrepreneur, there are a few tax organizational tips that you're going to want to hear about. Get tax organization tips for freelancers with help from a CPA and…

    Last Updated: Nov 29, 2012
  • How to Get Rid of Moth Larvae in Vegetable Gardens

    Moth larvae in a vegetable garden can really spell trouble if you're not careful. Get rid of moth larvae in a vegetable garden with help from a longtime gardener and blogger in this free video clip.

    Last Updated: Nov 19, 2012
  • How to Make a Mum Pest-Free

    Making a mum pest-free requires you to fight against a few different kinds of pests. Find out how to make a mum pest-free with help from an expert on green pest control in this free video clip.

    Last Updated: Nov 19, 2012
  • How to Determine How Much You Can Pay in Rent_

    Renting your first apartment, moving to a new city or having a change in income are all circumstances that require calculating how much you can afford to pay in rent. Your rent is one of the main…

    Last Updated: Nov 13, 2012
  • How to Make Cute Nursery Bedding Without Bumpers

    Making cute nursery bedding doesn't have to require the use of bumpers if you don't want it to. Make cute nursery bedding without bumpers with home from a flower and nursery specialist in this free…

    Last Updated: Oct 31, 2012
  • How to Build a Two-Sided Fireplace

    The aesthetic advantage of a two-sided fireplace is the charm and luxury of seeing a soothing fire from two different viewpoints. Thankfully, this isn’t out of reach for anyone who can construct…

    Last Updated: Oct 31, 2012
  • How to Make a Second Lower Offer on a Home

    Making a second, lower offer on a home should only be made after you consider a few important things. Make a second, lower offer on a home with help from an entrepreneur, real estate broker and real…

    Last Updated: Oct 23, 2012
  • Things to Check From a Tenant When Renting a Room

    When renting a room to a tenant, you're going to want to make sure that individual meets some very important criteria. Learn about the things you should check from a tenant when renting a room with…

    Last Updated: Oct 23, 2012
  • How to Auto-Set Table Rows With iPad Numbers

    Automatically setting table rows with iPad numbers is a great way to keep track of information like a budget. Auto-set the table rows with iPad numbers with help from an Apple retail specialist in…

    Last Updated: Oct 22, 2012
  • How to Make Prawn Scampi

    Making prawn scampi requires just a few key ingredients and a little bit of your time. Find out how to make prawn scampi with help from an experienced chef in this free video clip.

    Last Updated: Oct 17, 2012
  • What Materials Do You Need for a Rap Studio Including Auto-Tune?

    Any good rap studio is going to need a few key materials at the ready. Find out what materials you need for a rap studio with help from an independent rap artist in this free video clip.

    Last Updated: Oct 17, 2012
  • How to Determine the Flood Insurance Rate for Your Home

    Determining the flood insurance rate for your home is something you can do by taking a look at a few key factors. Determine the flood insurance rate for your home with help from a business consultant…

    Last Updated: Oct 17, 2012
  • What Colors Should I Use for Watercolor Shading?

    When it comes to watercolor shading, there are a few key colors that you're going to want to play around with. Learn which colors you should use for watercolor shading with help from a graduate of the…

    Last Updated: Oct 16, 2012
  • The Changing Role of a Celebrity Over Time

    Celebrities have evolved in a number of different fascinating ways over the course of the 20th century. Learn about the changing role of a celebrity over time with help from a writer, actor and…

    Last Updated: Oct 10, 2012
  • How Preschoolers Can Help at Home

    Preschoolers can help at home in a wide variety of different great ways. Find out how preschoolers can help at home with help from a New York City psychotherapist with over twenty years experience in…

    Last Updated: Oct 04, 2012
  • How Do I Get Rid of Rabbits in Vegetable Gardens?

    Rabbits can ruin even the best vegetable gardens if you're not careful. Get rid of rabbits in vegetable gardens with help from the owner of a nursery in this free video clip.

    Last Updated: Sep 27, 2012
  • How to Keep Raccoons Out of Vegetable Gardens

    Raccoons are the mortal enemies of vegetable gardens everywhere. Keep raccoons out of vegetable gardens with help from the owner of a nursery in this free video clip.

    Last Updated: Sep 27, 2012
  • How to Be Successful in Insurance

    Being successful in insurance will require a lot of hard work and key marketing strategies. Find out how to be successful in insurance with help from a social media manager and brand designer in this…

    Last Updated: Sep 25, 2012
  • How to Move a Boiler Into the Basement

    Boilers are often too heavy to carry down basement stairs by hand, even with a team of workers. To avoid strain, injury or property damage, use a motorized stair-climbing dolly to transport the boiler…

    Last Updated: Sep 24, 2012
  • How to Reset the PATS System on a 2001 Ford Explorer

    Introduced in 1996 -- not-so-coincidentally the same years as Onboard Diagnostics, Series II programming -- Ford's Passive Antitheft System was a natural evolution of previous systems. PATS used a…

    Last Updated: Sep 24, 2012
  • How to Take Off a 92 F150 Fender

    Use an old F-150 the way you're supposed to use it and, sooner or later, you're bound to either blow the engine or destroy a fender. So, congratulations -- if you've found yourself in the position of…

    Last Updated: Sep 24, 2012
  • Code P1404 on a 2002 Saturn SL

    In 1996, the Federal government mandated that all car companies -- GM included -- adopt a standardized computer protocol for anything emissions related. The Onboard Diagnostics, Series II protocol…

    Last Updated: Sep 24, 2012
  • What Is the VDC on a Car?

    Vehicle Dynamics Control goes by a lot of names and acronyms; but no matter which company calls it what, electronic stability control has proven to be the most impressive safety device since airbags…

    Last Updated: Sep 24, 2012
  • Vulcan 500 Fuel Reserve Specs

    Kawasaki's Vulcan 500 was produced between 1990 to 2009 and featured a 498 cc parallel-twin engine that was virtually identical to that in the the Ninja 500 sport bike. Kawasaki claimed that the…

    Last Updated: Sep 24, 2012
  • How to Reset the Security for a 2001 Saturn L200

    Whenever a Passlock sensor, body control module or powertrain control module are repaired or replaced, you must reset the security system in order for the vehicle to operate properly. GM calls this…

    Last Updated: Sep 24, 2012
  • How to Make Phone Number Tear-Offs on a Flyer

    Making phone number tear-offs on a flyer is something you can do using basic functions of Microsoft Word. Make phone number tear-offs on a flyer with help from a well-versed app designer and Web…

    Last Updated: Sep 24, 2012
  • 5 Ways to Profit by Getting Rid of Your Old Phone

    Every year Apple introduces a new iPhone. Same with Samsung's flagship Galaxy S and Motorola's Droid. With each new release comes new features almost unthinkable a year earlier, and your wireless…

    Last Updated: Sep 24, 2012
  • How to Not Get Makeup Smeared on Clothes

    Makeup has a tendency to get smeared on your clothing if you're not careful. Learn how to not get makeup smeared on your clothes with help from a licensed cosmetologist with over five years experience…

    Last Updated: Sep 24, 2012
  • Blanching Zucchini

    Blanching zucchini will require some water, a colander and a few other key ingredients. Find out about blanching zucchini with help from a passionate culinarian in this free video clip.

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