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Deane Biermeier

Deane Biermeier

Experience

After over 30 years working in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance, and home repair Deane began writing to broaden his reach. Throughout his career, his passion has been helping clients find the potential hidden in the walls of every home and providing them with the information and tools to take control of their repair and remodeling pursuits. His goal was, and is, to assist his clients—now his readers—in finding ways to make their ambitions a reality. To meet that desire, Deane now provides written content about all things relating to the home and home finances.

Family Handyman Editorial Policies

For more than seven decades, Family Handyman has been providing its audience with ideas, inspiration and step-by-step directions on how to maintain and enhance indoor and outdoor living spaces. In addition to having our own staff of experts, we hire individuals whose skills have been honed through years of experience in the building, plumbing and electrical trades, and as passionate homeowners who have translated DIY (do it yourself) skills into careers as respected creators.

Articles

Hisense Dehumidifier

Hisense Dehumidifier Review: A Budget-Friendly Option to Keep Humidity at Bay

I tested the Hisense dehumidifier with and without a drain hose for two weeks. Check out what I think about it in this in-depth review.
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These Are the 5 Best Mini Split Brands, According to HVAC Experts

You might be surprised by how many options you have when it comes to ductless air conditioning. Here are the top mini split brands from HVAC experts.
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Bosch Laser Measure Review: We Tried Two Models, and Here’s How it Went

We tested two Bosch Laser Tape Measures for accuracy, design features and how they stack up against the competition. Here are the results.