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 ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? A handy person can install an electric water heater. People do it everyday. The real ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of ...