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Make life safer and more comfortable with this wide-ranging selection of top tested picks for your home.

Transform your home before your guests arrive with these simple fixes.

The best shower faucets can turn the shower into an oasis of rest and relaxation.

Save yourself the time and energy of searching from misplaced personal items with these 12 unique catch-alls.

Do you have a lot of stuff you want to show off? Do you have a hard time parting with your favorite items? Meet cluttercore, where more is better.

It’s time to think of curtains as more than just window treatments. Curtains can be a game changer for organizing and decorating your space.

If your porch is home-sweet-home for birds, use these tips to safely suggest your feathered friends find other accommodations.

A career in the electrical trade can be fulfilling and lucrative. Aspiring electricians will want to learn more about what it takes in this guide on how to become an electrician.

Polyaspartic coatings offer more durability and a faster cure time than other concrete sealants. The average polyaspartic floor coating cost ranges from $1,440 to $3,240.

Master the art of induction cooktop maintenance in four easy steps.

You can’t beat a hot, bubbly spa bath for soothing sore muscles—or setting a romantic mood. Before your next hot tub sesh, soak up some fun facts and surprising history of the storied Jacuzzi.

Even the most conscientious DIYer is bound to strip the occasional screw. The next time you’re faced with removing a screw with a stripped head, try one of these tried-and-true methods.

Lowe’s has a great selection of gifts for almost anyone on your shopping list, from home and kitchen essentials to outdoor fun and must-have tools.

Hydro-jetting is a noninvasive solution for clearing out stubborn clogs in plumbing and sewer lines. This high-pressure cleaning method costs between $350 and $600, though the average hydro-jetting cost is $475.

A utility-shelf staple for squeaky hinges and rust prevention, WD-40 is handy in ways you’ve never imagined. Learn why you'll want to spray it on windows, interior walls, patio furniture, and other around-the-house areas.

One of the best ways a homeowner can protect their home and family is with an electrical inspection. Electrical inspection cost ranges from $100 to $400, with many homeowners spending $155 on average.

A Colonial invention that has timeless functionality for modern homes, find out how a keeping room might enhance your family life.

Whether you’re purchasing a new hot tub or just need to dispose of an old model that’s seen better days, here are your options.

Closets by Design has long been a household name for customized closet solutions and in-home design consultations. Typically, custom-designed closets cost between $150 and $400 per linear foot.

Hot tub costs can range from $2,000 to $11,000. The national average for an installed hot tub is $6,000, but the final cost depends on many factors.