The national average for a water softener system installation, including labor and materials, is around $1,500. If you have persistent hard water, opt for a more complex system, like an ion exchange ...

For relatively little expense and effort, you can construct a homemade water storage tank on a weekend using welded wire. I run what I like to refer to as an acre-and-a-quarter mini-farm in central ...

Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...