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KEYE's About The House
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Welcome to KEYE’s About The House dedicated to connecting homeowners with information for do-it-yourselfers and when a project is a little too big to local contractors and builders.

We believe that Austin is in a unique position. People want to live in this beautiful city. But Austin’s climate and housing market presents homeowners with unique challenges. We want to bring regionally useful information and help Austin homeowners connect with builders and resellers they can trust at prices that are affordable.

Home Help

Steps to Fix a Continuously Running Toilet
In this About The Home segment, Do-It-Yourselfers are shown how to repair a toilet which constantly runs. Video Video
Planting on your roof can save on energy bills
For those looking to save some some green on their energy bill, planting rooftop gardens can help cool your home. Video Video
Cleaning out your gutters
Bill Frazier with Austin Gutterman says it’s a good idea to either clean your gutters or get them replaced. Video Video
Save Money by Replacing a Built-In Microwave Oven Yourself
KEYE 42's Bettie Cross has a report on how do-it-yourselfers can do the job with just a few tools and gumption. Video Video

Guides

Custom Rock Pools
Uniting your pool with the natural landscape and features of your home takes careful planning. In addition to building traditional pools, many designers like to create what's known as a 'negative edge effect'.
Water heaters
When selecting a new water heater, consider both the, 'highest energy factor' and the 'first hour rating.' You'll find both of these ratings on the product energy guide that's attached to every water heater.
Fixed-rate mortgages
Fixed-rate mortgages are loans in which the interest rate and your mortgage monthly payments remain fixed for the entire period of the loan. This type of loan remains the most popular home financing method, currently accounting for about two-thirds of all residential mortgages.
Arbors, patio covers, and screened-in porches
Arbors, patio covers, and screened-in porches provide options for people who enjoy the outdoors but wish to limit their exposure to the sun, insect bites, and other elements.
Electric heating and A/C troubleshooting
Electric heating and air conditioning systems are complex devices, that usually require professional repair. However, there are some steps you can take, before calling an electrician.

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