More from Sandi Schwartz (Page 4)

A gardener harvesting cold-hardy crops from a fall vegetable garden with companion planting.

Fall Companion Planting: 7 Keys to Success, According to Experts

By Sandi Schwartz

A homeowner shoveling snow away from the front door, porch, and walkway.

The Farmer’s Almanac Predicts Much Different Winter Weather This Year Compared to Last

By Sandi Schwartz

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These Places Have the Worst Air Quality in the U.S. (Plus Expert Advice for Safeguarding Your Home)

By Sandi Schwartz

Fireflies at night in yard with house and fountain.

Fireflies Are Disappearing—and We’re to Blame

By Sandi Schwartz

Sinkhole behind white house.

Is the Land Under Your House Sinking? Experts Say It’s Happening Rapidly in Parts of the U.S.

By Sandi Schwartz

Close up of a woman hand filling a glass of water directly from the tap in the kitchen.

New Regulations for Removing PFAS in Drinking Water Will Soon Take Effect—But Research Suggest Homeowners Are Willing to Do It Themselves

By Sandi Schwartz

House roof damaged during tornado winds.

This Palm-Size Accessory Can Help Save Your Roof During a Major Storm

By Sandi Schwartz

Man and woman in furniture store sitting in chairs to test them out.

The Red Flags of Low-Quality Furniture (and What to Look for Instead)

By Sandi Schwartz

Woman sitting on floor painting a wall white.

Paint Your Rental Without Regret, Courtesy of Benjamin Moore

By Sandi Schwartz

Pink hydrangea shrubs growing in a home landscape.

The Secret Behind the ‘Hydrangea Hysteria’ That’s Gripping the Northeast

By Sandi Schwartz

A modern single-level home with green lawn and nice landscaping.

Do You Need a Landscape Warranty?

By Sandi Schwartz

A small house on an open sunny plot displaying heat-resistant building materials.

Green Building & Remodeling

10 Heat-Resilient Materials That Prove Home Building Is Adapting to Climate Change

By Sandi Schwartz

Sustainable hardscaping in a residential outdoor space with a retaining wall, stairs, and a permeable stone pathway.

Strategic Hardscaping Can Make Your Outdoor Space More Sustainable—Here’s How

By Sandi Schwartz

Outdoor home pool with green water that needs to be cleaned.

Pools & Water Features

How to Shock a Pool Properly: 8 Steps to Clean, Safe Swimming All Summer Long

By Sandi Schwartz

A red mulberry tree growing in a home landscape where it is legal to plant them.

Think Twice Before Planting This Tree on Your Property—It Might Be Illegal

By Sandi Schwartz

A small section of a residential xeriscape landscape.

Here’s Why You Should Consider Xeriscape Landscaping—and How to Do It—No Matter Where You Live

By Sandi Schwartz

A large black walnut tree with yellow leaves growing in a field.

Why All Homeowners Should Know How to Identify Black Walnut Trees

By Sandi Schwartz

A person watering her rooftop garden.

Who Needs a Yard When You Can Garden on a Roof?

By Sandi Schwartz

A shovel filled with mulch is sitting in a leveled pile of mulch in a backyard.

16 Types of Mulch for Landscaping and Gardening

By Donna Boyle Schwartz, By Bob Vila, By Sandi Schwartz

A close up of a the beautiful landscaping work of a residence.

Here’s How Much Landscape Curbing Typically Costs

By Sandi Schwartz

The thoroughly hardscaped backyard of a home, complete with a furnished patio covered by a pergola, a built-in outdoor kitchen, and a hot tub.

What Is Hardscape, Anyway?

By Sandi Schwartz

A close up of a person hydroseeding.

Hydroseeding: How Much It Costs and What to Expect

By Sandi Schwartz

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Skills & Techniques

You’re Probably Burning Candles Wrong—Here’s How to Do it Safely

By Sandi Schwartz

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This Is Where to Place Air Purifiers in Your Home for Maximum Benefit

By Sandi Schwartz

Small rodent poking out of hole.

Rat vs. Mouse: How to Tell Which Rodent Pest You’re Dealing With

By Sandi Schwartz

A bathroom vanity light fixture with two daylight bulbs and one soft white light bulb installed, all of which are turned on.

Lighting & Electrical

Soft White vs. Daylight Bulbs: What’s the Difference?

By Sandi Schwartz

Thermostatic mixing valve regulating temperature for home's hot water to a safe level

Can a Water Heater Explode? Yes—and Learn the 6 Biggest Warning Signs

By Sandi Schwartz

Couple decorating potted living Christmas tree.

The Most Eco-Friendly Christmas Tree of All? A Living One

By Sandi Schwartz, By Teresa Odle

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Home Technology

The Pros and Cons of Smart Window Coverings

By Sandi Schwartz, By Stella Kim

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Sci-Fi in the Garden: How to Transform Your Garden to Reflect the “Hortifuturism” Trend

By Sandi Schwartz

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Should You Water Your Foundation?

By Sandi Schwartz

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Plan B: 10 Home Safety Devices That Don’t Run on Electricity Alone

By Sandi Schwartz

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How Electrical Fires Start and How to Prevent Them

By Sandi Schwartz

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The 10 Best Planters for Small Balconies

By Sandi Schwartz

The Best Place to Hang Bird Feeders

The Best Place to Hang Bird Feeders for Safety and Optimal Viewing

By Sandi Schwartz

Landscape Design Cost

How Much Does Landscape Design Cost?

By Sandi Schwartz

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Incandescent Light Bulb Ban—All of Your Questions Answered

By Sandi Schwartz

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Does Liquid Lawn Aerator Actually Work?

By Sandi Schwartz

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The Pros and Cons of Homemade Weed Killers

By Sandi Schwartz

Excavation Cost

How Much Does Land Excavation Cost?

By Sandi Schwartz

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Gas Stove or Not, This Is the Proper Way to Use Your Range Hood

By Sandi Schwartz

Cost to Level a Yard

How Much Does It Cost to Level a Yard?

By Sandi Schwartz

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10 Types of Ants Every Homeowner Should Know

By Sandi Schwartz

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How to Get Rid of Mosquitoes Naturally: Our 15 Best Tips

By Bob Vila Staff, By Sandi Schwartz

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Kitchen & Dining

Ducted vs. Ductless Range Hood: Which Is Best for Your Kitchen?

By Sandi Schwartz

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Solved! Do Fake Plants Really Provide the Same Health Benefits as Living Plants?

By Sandi Schwartz

How Much Does Shrub and Bush Removal Cost

How Much Does Shrub and Bush Removal Cost?

By Sandi Schwartz

How Much Does It Cost to Build a Pond

How Much Does It Cost to Build a Pond?

By Sandi Schwartz

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Solved! How Long Does it Take for Carpet to Dry After Cleaning?

By Sandi Schwartz

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Solved! What Is a Loft in a House?

By Sandi Schwartz

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10 Steps to Turn Twin Closets into One Dream Closet

By Sandi Schwartz

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Electric Furnace vs. Gas: Which Heating System Is Right for Your Home?

By Sandi Schwartz

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How to Dispose of Carpet Properly

By Sandi Schwartz

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Solved! What Is a Den?

By Sandi Schwartz

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10 Ways to Get Around Buying a Box Spring for Your Mattress

By Sandi Schwartz

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Remodeling Your Home? Consider These 10 Ways to Incorporate Recycled Materials

By Sandi Schwartz

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How to Turn Snow Into Useful Water Reserves

By Sandi Schwartz

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9 Ways to Organize a Combo Pantry and Laundry Room

By Sandi Schwartz

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10 Outdoor Living Trends Expected to Be Big in 2023

By Sandi Schwartz

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6 Indoor Plants That Don’t Need Drainage

By Sandi Schwartz

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The 12 Biggest Houseplant Trends for 2023

By Sandi Schwartz

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12 Ways to Make an Old Home More Energy Efficient

By Sandi Schwartz

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Passive House Design: What All Energy-Conscious Homeowners Should Know

By Sandi Schwartz

12 Ways to Predict the Weather by Watching Nature in Your Backyard - cat looking outside window

12 Ways to Predict the Weather by Watching Nature in Your Backyard

By Sandi Schwartz

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