TodaysHomeowner.com attracted a record number of visitors and page views in 2018. Here are the 10 most-viewed articles.

Not all of them came from 2018 — there are quite a few ‘oldies but goodies’ in the mix — but all provided help that homeowners needed after a quick online search, and drove engagement on our social media channels, Pinterest, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.


1. Do Ultrasonic Pest Repellents Really Work?

Ultrasonic electronic pest and insect repellent devices claim that their high-frequency sound waves are intolerable to rodents and insects. But do they really work?

2. How to Remove Mold from Front-Load Washing Machines

To keep mold at bay, front-load washers need just a bit more maintenance than top-loading machines. If you’ve got a stinky front-load washing machine, here’s how to get it smelling fresh again.

front-load washing machine

3. How to Paint Over Ceramic Tile in a Bathroom

You can paint over ceramic tile walls in a bathroom, but you will lose some of the interesting characteristics of tile since the grout lines will be the same color as the tile. Here’s how to do it.

4. How to Grow Pineapples as Houseplants

Who says you can’t have a taste of the tropics in your own living room? Pineapples are easy to grow as houseplants, and you can start one with a pineapple crown from your own kitchen.

5. How to Clean an AC Condensation Drain Line

Over time, algae, mold, and mildew can build up inside the condensation drain line on an AC unit and form a clog. Watch this video to find out how to keep this from happening.

6. How to Get Rid of Pantry Moths in Your Kitchen

Pantry moths may look small, but they can cause big problems in your kitchen. If your pantry has been infested with Indian meal moths or pantry moths, read this article to control them.

7. How to Repair a Leaking Outdoor Faucet Hose Bibb

Watch this video to find out how to repair an outdoor faucet hose bib. Learn how to stop leaks by tightening the packing nut and replacing the rubber washer.

8. How to Drain a Water Heater

Draining your water heater once a year removes sediment from the tank that could cause it to work harder and cost more to use.

9. Temperature Range for Painting Your House

Too high or low a temperature can cause the paint to not bind together properly, which can lead to cracking and peeling. Here are guidelines on temperatures recommended for exterior paint.

10. How to Make Homemade Insecticidal Soap for Plants

Find out how to make your own homemade, organic, eco-friendly insecticidal soap for your garden and houseplants using ordinary household ingredients.

Spray bottle and natural soap
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Danny Lipford

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Danny Lipford is a home improvement expert and television personality who started his remodeling business, Lipford Construction, at the age of 21 in Mobile, Alabama. He gained national recognition as the host of the nationally syndicated television show, Today's Homeowner with Danny Lipford, which started as a small cable show in Mobile. Danny's expertise in home improvement has also led him to be a contributor to popular magazines and websites and the go-to source for advice on everything related to the home. He has made over 200 national television appearances and served as the home improvement expert for CBS's The Early Show and The Weather Channel for over a decade. Danny is also the founder of 3 Echoes Content Studio, TodaysHomeowner.com, and Checking In With Chelsea, a décor and lifestyle blog.

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