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Deer may look cute, but they can wreak havoc on your lawn and garden. The best deer repellents help keep snacking deer at bay.

We tapped the Pest and Lawn Ginja to help answer your most burning lawn care questions. He’s helping you answer them all, from stubborn weed growth and yellow grass to mole and gopher problems.

Carpenter ants are troublesome insects that chew through wood, which may include the framework of a home. Eliminate infestations and prevent new colonies from forming with a carpenter ant killer.

Whether eating or entertaining, island seating offers families and guests a place to relax and connect. Get inspiration for stools, benches, and chairs that can be put on display or tucked away.

One of the best ways to protect your home is with burglar-proof windows. From installing entry sensors to upgrading locks, here’s how to easily secure your property.

The very features that make a pool pleasant for homeowners and their guests (such as warm, clean, bug-free water) can also keep amphibian intruders at bay.

I enjoyed a much-needed break from lawn upkeep this spring, and an up-close view of nature I might not otherwise have seen. Here's why I'm doing No Mow May again next year.

Make the most of your garden space and produce more vegetables—no matter how long your growing season—with succession planting.

Try these straightforward fixes for cloudy pool water so you can get back to enjoying your swimming pool.

Either one can also drain your wallet if left unaddressed.

Moving a shed can save homeowners money on building or buying a new one. The cost to move a shed ranges from $200 to $1,000, with a national average of $500.

Most common DIY solutions used to kill roaches in drains do more harm than good. Here’s how to address the issue safely.

Patio doors may require replacement after damage or years of wear and tear. The typical patio door replacement cost ranges from $1,550 to $6,250, or $2,500 on average.

Moving heavy items is easier and more comfortable with a hand truck. Find out how the top folding models fared in our tests.

You already take extra precautions to avoid germs in public, but what about at home? Microbiology and immunology professor Stephen Thomas, M.D., reveals areas in your house that are especially—and perhaps, surprisingly—gross.

This guide can help you navigate a hard conversation with your neighbor and take back control of your lawn, even when the root of the issue lies on the other side of the property line.

Learning how to get rid of wild hogs can help protect your yard from the damage they do as they search for food.

We asked a pro, and he answered. That, and answers to more of your most burning lawn care questions.

A functional part of the roof, eaves aren’t the same on every kind of home. Here’s what you need to know.

Removing dust, cobwebs, grease, and grime is key to ensuring that you get great results when painting.