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Succulents in glass terrarium.
House Plants

Living in a glass house might not be much fun for people, but some plants flourish under the always-on-view conditions of glass terrariums.

A DIYer using a glue gun on a piece of plywood with a graphic overlay that says Tool Tutorial.
Easy DIY Projects

Glue guns are convenient tools for crafters and DIYers, but can burn you if you don't use them correctly. Learn how to use a hot glue gun safely, and get to crafting and fixing.

The Best Bed Bug Spray Option
Reviews

Don’t let your carpets, curtains, furniture, and bedding become the permanent home of a bed bug infestation. Grab the best bed bug spray and eradicate these parasites.

Many whiteflies on the undersides of a plant's leaves.
Garden Pests

These tiny winged insects can devastate vegetable gardens and ornamental plants. Follow this multipronged approach to eradicate whiteflies without using chemicals.

A grandfather, father, and son moving into a new home.
Buying

Find out how last year’s home purchase or refinance can (and can’t) help lower your tax burden.

What Is ADT
Deals

This one-of-a-kind deal runs out this week.

How to Get Rid of Squash Bugs
Pest Control

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

Hands holding clear plastic bag.
Repurposing

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.

The Best Presidents' Day Sales of 2024
Deals

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

A person using a thermal imaging camera to check for heat loss around the window of a residential home.
Home Finance

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

The Best Heat Press Machines Options
Reviews

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

Sewage Backup Cleanup Cost
Cleaning

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.

A person spraying Wet & Forget Miss Muffet's Revenge spider repellent onto a roof overhang.
Reviews

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

Sunny backyard with fence and fruit trees growing.
Landscaping

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.

a stack of unused white coffee filters on a light green table.
Repurposing

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.

Large stack of firewood with plastic wrap on top.
Fireplaces & Chimneys

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

A microwave drawer installed among white cabinetry under a dark kitchen counter.
Appliances & Cookware

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.

who to call to fix washing machine
Interior

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.

Man uses kitchen sink faucet spray to wash vegetable peels toward kitchen drain.
Appliances

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 vs goldenrod
Lawn & Garden

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.