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Solved! When Is the Best Time of Year for Spraying Fruit Trees?

By Teresa Odle, Mark Wolfe

DeWalt Cordless Brad Nailer Review

DeWalt Cordless Brad Nailer Tested & Reviewed: How Good Is the Popular Trim Tool?

By Glenda Taylor

Bostitch Brad Nailer Review

Bostich Brad Nailer Tested & Reviewed: See How The Smart Point Performed

By Glenda Taylor

HK Porter Bolt Cutters Review

HK Porter 24-Inch Bolt Cutters Review: Do They Work?

By Glenda Taylor

The Best Hand Tools: Craftsman CMMT99448 102-Piece Mixed Tool Set Review

Craftsman 102-Piece Mixed Tool Set Review: Is it Worth It?

The Best Extension Cord Options

The 10 Best Extension Cords, Tested and Approved

By Andreana Lefton, Mark Wolfe, Tiffany Lewis

The Best Fire Ant Killer Options

The Best Fire Ant Killers, Vetted

By Tony Carrick

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How to Grow Creeping Jenny

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The Top Projects Bob Vila Editors Have Planned for 2023

By Amy Anderson

The Best Packing Tapes Options

The Best Packing Tapes You Can Get

By Timothy Dale

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7 Ways to Clean Behind and Under Every Appliance

By Deirdre Mundorf

A mound of topsoil sits on a green lawn.

Lawn Care & Gardening

How to Hire the Best Garden Soil Delivery Service Near You

By Meghan Wentland

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How to Reupholster a Couch Like a Pro

By Deirdre Mundorf

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15 Knitting Patterns for Beginners

By Jasmine Harding

outdoor bench plans

15 Outdoor Bench Plans You Can Build This Weekend

By Deirdre Mundorf

5 Types of Screwdrivers Every DIYer Should Know

25 Types of Screwdrivers and How to Use Them

By Glenda Taylor, Tom Scalisi

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Cleaning & Organizing

5 Ways to Clean a Microwave

By Donna Boyle Schwartz, Phillip Tinner

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How to Grow Raspberries

By Audrey Stallsmith

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Cleaning & Organizing

How to Clean a Fireplace

By Steffani Cameron, Tony Carrick

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The 10 Loudest Power Tools in Your Workshop

By Theresa Clement

How To Clean A Cookie Sheet

Cleaning & Organizing

How to Clean Cookie Sheets

By Rachelle Dragani, Savannah Sher

Cost of Kitchen Cabinets

Kitchen Remodeling

What Is the Cost of Kitchen Cabinets?

By Brie Greenhalgh

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8 Handy Substitutes for WD-40 Around the House

By Jasmine Harding

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How to Grow Hydrangeas

Building a Basic Deck? Top Tips for DIYers

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This Age-Old Winter Gardening Hack Will Save You Time (and Money!) Come Spring

By Audrey Stallsmith

Makita Cordless Circular Saw Review

We Tested the 36-Volt Makita Cordless Circular Saw: Did It Make the Cut?

By Glenda Taylor

eTork Digital Torque Wrench Review

eTork EC3250 Digital Torque Wrench Review: Is it Worth It?

Screen Door Security

6 Steps to Take for Drastically Improved Screen Door Security

By Meghan Wentland

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Painting & Finishing

8 Paint Mistakes That Make Your House Look Dingy (and How to Fix Them)

By Steph Coelho, Rachel Brougham

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14 Invaluable Tools to Have on Hand When DIY-ing Alone

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12 Porch Swing Plans for Building the Ultimate Outdoor Siesta Spot

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How to Build an Indoor Planter That Looks Built In

By Theresa Clement

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10 Steps to Turn Twin Closets into One Dream Closet

By Sandi Schwartz

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How to Dispose of Carpet Properly

By Sandi Schwartz

15 Tools Every First-Time Homeowner Needs

15 Tools Every First-Time Homeowner Needs

By Rachel Brougham

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Building & Installing

How Much Does Carpet Installation Cost?

By Katie Flannery

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Building & Installing

All You Need to Know About Roofing Materials

How To Wallpaper A Bedroom

Painting & Finishing

The Beginner’s Guide to Working with Wallpaper

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Where to Get Free Moving Boxes

By Lucy Congress

DIY Broken Tile Mosaic

Easy DIY Projects

How to DIY a Mosaic with Broken Tiles

By Benjamin Hardy

How to Use a Saw the Right Way

How to Use a Saw the Right Way

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How to Replace a Toilet Fill Valve

By Timothy Dale

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15 Genius Coconut Oil Uses for Maintaining Your Home and Garden

By Andreana Lefton, Kat Hodgins

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Proceed With Caution: 12 Power Tools That Can Kill You

By Glenda Taylor, Tom Scalisi

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10 DIY Slipcover Ideas to Protect and Perk Up Your Furniture

By Kristen Mosier

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25 Types of Nails and How to Use Them

By Bob Vila, Tom Scalisi

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10 Ways to Renew Old Wood Furniture

By Kristen Mosier

The Best Portable Sawmill Option

The Best Portable Sawmills, Vetted

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How to Get Rid of Bed Bugs in a Mattress in 5 Steps

How to Get Rid of Roof Rats

How to Get Rid of Roof Rats and Prevent Them From Coming Back

How to Install Gutter Guards

How to Install Gutter Guards for Hassle-Free Home Maintenance

By Melissa Graham

Why Is Sump Pump Running Without Rain

Solved! Why Is My Sump Pump Running Without Rain, and What Should I Do?

By Melissa Graham

How To Get Rid of Bees

How To Get Rid of Bees (Without Harming Them)

By Nicole Fallon-Peek

How to Get Rid of Asian Beetles

How to Get Rid of Asian Beetles

Sump Pump Not Working

Solved! Why Is My Sump Pump Not Working, and What Can I Do About It?

By Melissa Graham

How to Get Rid of Lizards

How to Get Rid of Lizards Quickly and Humanely

By Melissa Graham

How to Get Rid of Rattlesnakes

Rattlesnakes Around Your Home? Here’s How to Get Rid of Them—And Keep Them Out

By Melissa Graham

How to Get Rid of Cockroaches in Kitchen Cabinets

How to Get Rid of Cockroaches in Kitchen Cabinets

By Melissa Graham

What Does Mouse Poop Look Like

Solved! What Does Mouse Poop Look Like?

By Jacqueline Medina

Furnace Blowing Cold Air

Repair & Maintenance

Solved! Why Is My Furnace Blowing Cold Air?

By Danielle Fallon-O'Leary

How To Get Rid of Rats

How To Get Rid of Rats

By Brie Greenhalgh

How to Get Rid of Crane Flies

How To Get Rid of Crane Flies

By Katie Flannery

How to Get Rid of Scorpions

How to Get Rid of Scorpions

By Brie Greenhalgh