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A person wearing a white glove is using a red pipe cutter to cut a copper pipe.
Workshop

Prep for your piping project—be it plumbing or something a little craftier—by first learning how to cut through copper pipes.

sawhorse plans
Easy DIY Projects

Discover simple and innovative plans for crafting DIY sawhorses, which are easy and useful projects for novice woodworkers.

Black algae on a pool bottom growing around the drain.
Pools & Water Features

After speaking to pool professionals, we’ve put together a guide that will beat the persistent nuisance of black algae growth once and for all.

Trails of leaf miner insect damage on tree leaves.
Garden Pests

Do leaf miners only do minor damage or are they a major garden problem that may require you to resort to insecticides?

A new home's concrete slab foundation is laid in a dirt lot in front of a neighborhood.
Foundations

Climate, including high water tables, frost lines, harsh winters, and vulnerability to storm surge and high winds, will determine whether a slab or below-grade foundation is chosen.

Nail Guns Are on Sale at The Home Depot
Power Tools

Nail guns speed up all your building projects. Grab your favorite brand now—deeply discounted at The Home Depot.

Orange weed eater string on trimmer cutting weeds
Lawn, Garden & Pool

The right string trimmer line makes the job easier on you and your equipment.

A view of Sunday's pest control products on a step outdoors.
Lawn, Garden & Pool

This company is known for their effective DIY lawn care plans, but how do their pest control products stack up?

A dead hedge fence made with plant debris, logs, and twigs.
Fences

Add rustic charm to your garden and attract wildlife by transforming old plant debris into a DIY dead hedge.

Bissell SteamShot Is Recalled
Deals

If you bought Bissell’s Steam Shot handheld cleaner—you can get a refund. But don’t give up on the power of steam cleaning—we tested the PurSteam, and you can get $5 off today!

A man is inspecting a toilet with the tank lid removed with the intention of repairing it.
Toilets

If your toilet won't stop running, it's time to troubleshoot parts such as the overflow tube, fill valve, and flush valve. Here's how to quiet your commode.

The Best Solar-Powered Security Camera Options
Reviews

A solar-powered security camera can provide 24/7 protection, even during a power outage.

A hen leaves a wooden chicken coop using a ramp while a farmer feeds the flock in the background.
Building & Installing

Protect your chicks from predators and “fowl” weather by learning how to build them a chicken coop…perhaps a Cluckingham Palace.

A light wood colored laminate flooring has a scratch that was caused by the chair on top of it.
DIY

From scratches to buckling, follow these steps to fix common laminate flooring problems yourself.

Inspired by the Olympics 2024: 10 Gold Medal-Worthy Accents We Love for Kitchens and Baths
Bathroom Design

Which of these would earn spots on your home design podium?

Pink hydrangea shrubs growing in a home landscape.
Gardening

A special set of circumstances came together to create the 2024 bloom boom. Here's how to make your hydrangeas just as bountiful.

Nine gutter sealants, tapes, and caulks laying on a granite countertop
Tools & Materials

Don’t let leaking gutters lead to water damage in your home. Get the repair right the first time with these effective solutions.

The best wood stove option installed and burning wood in a cozy living room
Reviews

Create warmth and ambience with a rustic wood stove in your home, cabin, or tent.

The best garage door openers option installed in a clean garage that's set up for watching sports
Tech & Electronics

Raise the garage door while elevating the ability to control it with one of these top garage door openers.

Best Pellet Stove Options
Reviews

A quality pellet stove can supplement your home’s heating system to help keep you warm and cozy.