Contributing Writer
When Candace moved into her college dorm, her father, a master plumber, gave her a wrench set. She can fix a leaky toilet but earned degrees in journalism and nutrition instead. Find her work on The Spruce, Self, and Cheapism.
Articles (45)
Oops, you did it again—you bought more paint than you needed
A spilled glass of grape juice isn’t worth remembering
Just like your hairstylist or doctor, plumbers have different experience levels
If your bathroom is ready for a redo, consider these remodel ideas for a shower upgrade
Sewer main maintenance isn’t fun, but you’ll thank yourself for staying on top of it
You’ve never met an inflatable Santa you can’t light
Pro plumbers say they’d never use store-bought drain solutions. Here’s what they recommend instead.
Propagate your way to the prettiest yard on the block
When central heating isn’t enough, toast your toes with a space heater
If there’s one thing burglars hate, it’s a well-lit home
It might be time to put the lawnmower on the curb with a free sign attached
A rusty drum is no place to wash your clothes
Rule No. 1 of saving a cellphone from water: Don’t plug it in until it’s dry
Don’t stop making your favorite breakfast just because the blender is a bear to clean
Learn about the licensing and bonding requirements for concrete contractors in your state
A common household item just might be the tool you're looking for
LED lights are the most efficient way spread Christmas cheer
You only want to use the words “backed up” to describe your digital files, not your sewer line
Keeping pests away can be necessary in the summer months but recognizing bug spray side effects is crucial
Like humans, faucets also need a way to expel excess air
