HelpAtMyHome.com Staff Articles

These are articles and guides by the HelpAtMyHome.com Staff. You can read more about us and our methodology on the About page.

These are deeply researched articles, guides, reviews, and explainers by experts whose goal is to provide clear, reasonable, and actionable advise in order to help you make your home improvement decisions easier. We are real home owners and apartment dwellers who have faced the same challenges as our readers and are committed to sharing our research and expertise.

Top Home Garbage Disposals Of 2021

07/08/2021 by HelpAtMyHome Staff

Garbage disposal units, often referred to as garbage disposals, are like under-the-sink blenders. These units, which are surprisingly affordable given their combination of plumbing and appliance, need to be kept in tip-top shape in order to avoid …

Black+Decker WorkMate 125 Portable Workbench Review

07/07/2021 by HelpAtMyHome Staff

Considering a WorkMate 125 (WM125) workbench? And why not -- they sell for under $30, they have great reviews, and they take up almost no storage space! We bought one of these workbenches in order to test it out (plus I wanted to build some stuff …

Dewalt Stapler Guide: 5-in-1 Multi-Tacker vs. Heavy-Duty vs. Carbon Fiber

07/07/2021 by HelpAtMyHome Staff

If you need a manual stapler and you want a Dewalt, you'll find that the brand has a range of products with no clear explanation of why you would buy one or the other. Here is our buying guide. …

Which Vornado Fan Is The Quietest?

07/05/2021 by HelpAtMyHome Staff

If you are in the market for a Vornado fan, but you can't figure out which one is the most quiet, this is the guide for you. Vornado has been making fans since the 1940s, so it's quite likely that there is one that fits your needs. …

Chipped My Le Creuset! What Should I Do?

07/04/2021 by HelpAtMyHome Staff

Did you chip the enamel on your Le Creuset dutch oven? Don't worry! The company has a lifetime warranty policy that is very reasonable and there is a good chance that Le Creuset is going to help you out. Here are instructions on how to claim your …

Buy Mulch By The Bag Or Have It Delivered?

07/03/2021 by HelpAtMyHome Staff

Is it time to mulch your garden beds? This is something many homeowners like to do every year in order to make your property look great by deterring weeds and keeping the beds looking tidy. But how should that mulch get your home? …

How To Clean Mechanix Wear Gloves

06/29/2021 by HelpAtMyHome Staff

Have your Mechanix Wear gloves gotten dirty? If it's time to clean them but you aren't sure how, and/or you are concerned with shrinking them or damaging the leather, then this guide should help. …

What You Need To Make Fresh Pasta At Home (Without A Machine)

06/26/2021 by HelpAtMyHome Staff

Interested in making fresh pasta at home? Congratulations, it's one of the most fun, rewarding projects you can do in the kitchen. It's can be something you do now and then, or it can be a long-time journey as you grow from an occasional pasta-maker …

What Is The Right Humidity Level For A Basement?

06/25/2021 by HelpAtMyHome Staff

Trying to figure out how humid your basement should be? How long and hard should you run your dehumidifier? Here are our thoughts. …

How To Grow Brussels Sprouts In Your Home Garden

06/24/2021 by HelpAtMyHome Staff

Growing Brussels sprouts is super easy. This healthy vegetable is fun and simple to grow if you have a garden in the proper climate and provide adequate water. …