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How long would it take for your house to fall apart?

How long would it take for your house to fall completely apart?

What would happen if you stopped taking care of your house? Would it completely fall apart? How long would it take?

How Light Bulbs Work

The light bulb hasn't changed a whole lot in its 120 years -- the original design was just that good. Apparently, you can throw together a filament, a glass mount, an inert gas and a bit of electricity and change the world.

Light and Color How It's Made: Light Bulb

How Home Thermostats Work

It's either too cold or too hot in your house. So, you turn a dial, press a button or move a lever -- do you know what happens after that? Look inside a home thermostat and see how it controls your indoor climate.

Energy Conservation Heating And A.C.

How to Maintain a Furnace

Heating systems are usually trouble-free. But no matter what type of furnace you have, there are several things you can do to keep the system in top condition. Learn how to maintain a furnace.

Furnace Maintenance Abraham Darby's Furnace

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Home Appliances

Home appliances make life easier, but what's really going on inside them? HowStuffWorks Home Appliances articles take a look inside common household appliances. See more »

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Home Cleaning

Home cleaning is a routine part of maintaining a pleasant and safe household. Learn how to make home cleaning faster and easier. See more »

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Home Improvement

Home improvement is much easier when you are well-informed. Learn about home improvement, home safety and home maintenance. See more »

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Lawn & Garden

Yard and lawn care is an important part of maintaining a home. Learn about landscaping and get yard tips and advice from the experts at HowStuffWorks. See more »

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Pest Control

Whether animal or insect, pests can be just that: a pest! In your garden or in your home, check out these pest control articles to keep these buggers out. See more »

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Quilting & Sewing

Quilting and sewing are practical and enjoyable crafts that have stood the test of time. Learn all about quilting and sewing at HowStuffWorks. See more »