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Electrical or gas issues, or problems with some of the machine's inner workings, may be to blame. We'll help you troubleshoot the problem.

Rakes, loppers, trowels, shears, and more—it takes a lot of tools to maintain a growing garden. Corral clutter and give garden tools a place to call home with these practical organizers.

Treat the yard and garden with a slug killer to ensure that your lawn, flowers, and vegetables are protected from these slimy pests.

Harnessing the power of the sun, these energy-efficient pumps offer a sustainable way to move water for gardens, ponds, and more. We put them to the test to see how they’d perform in real-world conditions.

From cabinets to overhead racks, these versatile storage solutions can help you ditch the clutter in your garage or workshop.

De-gunk and protect granite surfaces around the house with this all-natural DIY solvent.

Groundhogs can do real damage to your property. The good news is there's a lot you can do to keep them from hanging around.

One of our favorite tool brands just got even better with the introduction of nine new outdoor power tools.

Primarily used to aid in gluing pieces of wood, woodworking clamps are helpful tools that free up your hands, so you can work on other things while your glue dries.

Our readers had tons of questions about the weeds invading their lawns. We hand-picked our favorites and asked turfgrass weed specialist and Virginia Tech professor Dr. Shawn Askew about them for our Ask a Pro series—plus, don't miss him when he joins us for our live April webinar!

I’m cashing in on Northern Tool's free battery promotions and tool freebies with qualifying purchases. Grab these deals before they’re gone!

Is your soil chalky, sandy, or silty? Is it acid or alkaline? Before you put in a flower garden, add some trees, or plant your vegetables, determine the type of soil you have and how best to amend it.

Create defensible space around your home to keep flames from spreading and hot embers from igniting.

Find out what precautions to take if you want to use a garbage disposal with a septic system.

Honeycomb or vertical, zebra or matchstick? We'll help you figure out which types of blinds will work best for your home.

Which type of router is right for your woodworking project, and how do you use the tool safely? We'll "route" you in the right direction.

Think a standard drill with a dimpling bit is good enough for drywall? So did we—until we tested dedicated drywall screw guns. Hanging drywall will never be the same.

If water in your sink faucet has low flow or is flowing in an erratic pattern, the problem could be mineral buildup on the faucet's aerator. Removing the part and cleaning it thoroughly will get water flowing freely again.

Consider choosing these perennials for your garden and sharing them with others.

Have a broken sprinkler head, or one that’s just out of commission? Swapping in a new head in is easy-peasy.