Run your home like a pro.
Step-by-step fixes, maintenance schedules, upgrade guides, and honest buying advice — built for real homes with kids, pets, yards, and budgets.
Choose your path
New to homeownership? Start here. First 30 days checklist, essential tools, maintenance calendar, and when to DIY vs call a pro.
Step-by-step troubleshooting guides to diagnose and repair common home problems.
Preventive maintenance schedules and routines to keep your home running smoothly.
Practical home readiness for power, water, weather, and family safety — focused on protecting your home and getting through disruptions calmly.
Smart home improvements that add value, comfort, and efficiency.
Honest buying guides for tools, appliances, and home products.
How The Home Field Guide works
Diagnose fast
Checks in the right order — fastest tests first.
Fix safely
Tools, parts, and steps that actually work.
Prevent repeats
Maintenance routines that keep it from coming back.
Browse by system
Troubleshooting, maintenance, and buying guides for home appliances.
Troubleshoot leaks, clogs, and water problems. Emergency shutoff guides, toilet fixes, water heater basics, and moisture prevention.
Smart home tech that solves real problems. Wi-Fi and mesh networks, security cameras, leak sensors, smart thermostats, and setup guides.
Latest guides
Why trust The Home Field Guide?
Safety-first approach
Clear "stop here" points when it's time to call a pro.
Honest product picks
Tradeoffs included. No "everything is amazing" reviews.
Real-home constraints
Pets, kids, old houses, small spaces, and budgets.
Clear disclosures
Affiliate links and ads are clearly marked.