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Pets are cute and cuddly, but their messes are far from it. Remove stains and eliminate odors from carpets with a lean, mean, carpet-cleaning machine.

Protect your cucumbers, pumpkins, squash, and other gourds from squash bugs by following these simple tips for removal and prevention.

Zipper-close plastic baggies aren't just for leftovers and school snacks. Learn how handy they are for organizing, gardening, DIY, and even pest control.

Enjoy impressive discounts on tools, bedding, appliances, and more.

HVAC upgrades, insulation, and renewable energy can save you hundreds and even thousands through tax credits.

Customize accessories at home with a handy heat-press machine.

Outdoor thermometers offer accurate readings, with many models measuring far more than the temperature. Find out about the features offered by the best outdoor thermometers to help you track the environmental conditions in and around your home.

Sewage backup and flooding is an unpleasant and unsanitary situation that is best handled by professionals. The average sewage backup cleanup cost ranges from $2,000 to $10,000.

Looking for a humane way to keep spiders out of the house without killing them? It’s easier than you might think.

In a hurry to pick fruit from your very own tree? Plant any of these rapidly growing or dwarf fruit trees and you’ll soon be noshing on healthy, vitamin-packed, fiber-filled produce.

Coffee filters are surprisingly useful when cleaning, organizing, and even gardening. Learn a few good reasons to keep a stash of these inexpensive household helpers on hand.

A simple $18 purchase beats any other storage solution we have tried.

Microwave drawers do more than reheat leftovers—they give a typically clunky appliance an almost luxurious quality. Find out which ones are worth the cost.

Cut large areas of grass in much less time with one of these fast, powerful zero-turn mowers.

A washer not working may just be a case of a faulty appliance—or it could signal an issue with one of the home’s major systems. The right professional to call for washer repairs depends on the nature of the problem.

Master plumbers 'fess up to the foods that are most likely to clog your kitchen's pipes, and dull—or break—your disposal's blades.

Ragweed and goldenrod are similarly sized, grow in the same regions, and bloom come back-to-school time. That’s where the resemblance ends, and recognizing the difference is essential for seasonal allergy sufferers.

To add a durable finish to flooring without a lot of muss and fuss, quick-drying, water-based polyurethanes are the way to go.

Is it dangerous to use an oven's self-cleaning feature? Weigh the pros and cons of the high-heat cleaning mode before putting it to the test.

A career as a landscaper can be a fulfilling one for those who love the outdoors. The average landscaper salary ranges from $27,550 to $48,530 annually with a national average of $37,270.