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What are the telltale signs that your grass needs aerating, and when is the best time to do it? Here's what you need to know about this all-important lawn care task.

Take your backyard to new heights by exploring pergola ideas that will inspire, and perhaps even guide, your next outdoor project.

You may be surprised by some of the foods that your feathered friends will enjoy now and then.

Set your backyard up to be the happening spot for summer barbecues and pool parties this year with these popular lawn games.

Celebrate America's birthday with these amazing savings!

Wasps can hide in unexpected places around your home. Learn where to check for nests and keep your outdoor spaces safe this summer.

Resilient homes are more likely to withstand wind, water, and other climate-related damage. Many projects may also increase your home’s resale value, help you save money on utility bills, or make you eligible for certain tax breaks.

Create a welcoming environment for your feathered friends by choosing the perfect spot for your backyard birdbath.

For less than $20 I was able to make a water-resistant AC venting solution for my casement window.

What plant can be both a vegetable and a decorative annual? Try okra for blond blooms and succulent succotashes.

Alternative homes offer a solution for those looking to cut living costs, bring simplicity to their life, and lower their carbon footprint.

Enjoy al fresco fun all summer long with these outdoor furniture deals.

Choose a new and energizing approach to home decor or commit to timeless styles that stick.

A container home is a unique and affordable alternative to a traditionally built home. Customers will typically pay between $25,000 and $250,000 on container home costs, depending on size, style, and building materials.

Pooling water could be the first sign of a problem—fixing it requires rerouting the path of the water. French drain costs run anywhere from $500 to $18,000, with $5,000 being the national average cost.

While Ring doorbells and cameras can be used without a subscription, Ring Protect subscriptions increase the function and usefulness of the devices. A Ring subscription costs between $4.99 and $20 per month.

Working from a home office presents a few challenges, but some unique and innovative products can help you get organized, stay safe, and streamline your workday.

Working with limited square footage? These design tips and small space storage ideas can help you make the most of every inch of every room—and make your rooms look bigger.

Planting season isn’t over yet! Sow or transplant these vegetables, herbs, and flowers in July for fuller beds and a bigger harvest.

Simplicity, affordability, and availability—there’s a lot to like about mobile homes. Here’s how to pick one of the best mobile home manufacturers.