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Pink mold in white tile grout.
Cleaning & Organizing

Solved! What Is the Pink Mold in My Shower, and How Do I Get Rid of It? 

Have you noticed pink gunk in your shower or tub? Learn what it is, and how to send the nasty slime packing.

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Gutters

Here’s How Much Gutter Cleaning Typically Costs

Budgeting for a regular maintenance fee to keep gutters flowing freely is cheaper than risking long-term water damage from clogged gutters. Most homeowners pay between $119 and $228, or an average of $163 in gutter cleaning costs.

A close up of a person using a tool to repair a deck.
Deck, Patio & Porch

Deck Repair Costs: A Homeowner Budgeting Guide

For the homeowner wanting to get back to entertaining outdoors, the average deck repair cost is just $2,019, though the typical range is between $859 and $3,321.

A close up of driveway sealing.
Exterior

Driveway Sealing Cost: What to Know and How Much You’ll Pay

Applying sealant will extend the life of a driveway. Driveway sealing costs range from $275 to $820, with many homeowners spending around $545.

Woman stands in front of a table with a bucket, vinegar, dish soap and other supplies, cleaning a paint brush.
Cleaning & Organizing

How to Clean Paint Brushes the Right Way

Whether you’ve used acrylic, latex, or oil-based paint, learn the best way to clean paint brushes so they’re ready to go for your next DIY project.

A man installs a brown door in a house.
Doors

How Much Does Door Installation Cost?

If a homeowner is thinking about a new door but is unsure of the price, they’ll want to know that door installation costs range from $496 to $1,872, with the national average at $1,160.

A TV hangs on a wood panel wall.
Interior

TV Mount Installation Cost: How Much to Expect You’ll Pay

Mounting a TV on the wall frees up space and can be a safer option than placing it on a stand. TV mount installation costs between $158 and $360, with a national average cost of $259.

Open floor plan of modern home with large ceilings.
Architecture

The One Wall Most People Want to Rip Out: Ideas for Open and Semi-Open Floor Plans

While defined living spaces offer privacy, homebuyers are still searching for the perks of an open layout. Find out how to strike a balance between the two.

The Best Bathtubs Options
Bath Fixtures & Fittings

The Best Bathtubs for Your Style and Budget

Take your renovation from simple to spa-like with a stylish bathtub upgrade.

A group of the best oven cleaners together before testing.
Appliances & Cookware

The Best Oven Cleaners for Removing Baked-On Messes, Tested 

Bubbled-over, spilled-on oven messes can be difficult to clean without a product that dissolves the gunk. Oven cleaners can make the job easier.

Assorted meats and vegetables cooking on the best kamado grill.
Grills

The Best Kamado Grills for Your Outdoor Barbecues

Smoke meats, sear steak, bake pizzas, and do more on these blazing-hot ceramic grills. This guide makes it easy to choose the best kamado grill for your entertaining style and budget.

Everything You Need to Start a Raised Bed Garden
Lawn & Garden

Everything You Need to Start a Raised-Bed Garden, According to a Seasoned Gardener

Discover raised-bed gardening tools that can improve soil quality, simplify maintenance, and increase yields.

A close up of someone running a faucet to full a glass with water.
Appliances

Water Softener System Cost Guide: What to Know and How Much You’ll Pay

Water softeners work wonders for a home’s plumbing system—not to mention residents’ dry skin and hair. The average water softener system cost is $1,500, but it could range from $200 to $6,000.

A close up of a person hydroseeding.
Lawn Care

Hydroseeding: How Much It Costs and What to Expect

A new, lush lawn is every homeowner’s dream. Hydroseeding has numerous benefits over other lawn-seeding methods, and hydroseeding cost is reasonable at $500 to $4,000, or a national average of $1,000.

A close up of a person in yellow cleaning gloves holding cleaning supplies with their hands on their hips.
Cleaning

Here’s How Much Deep Cleaning a House Typically Costs

Deep cleaning is hard work, and many homeowners simply don’t have time. Hiring a professional to perform a deep clean can be surprisingly affordable, with the average cost of a house deep clean coming in at $200 to $400.

A worker adjusts a dial on a water heater.
Water Heaters

How Much Does Water Heater Replacement Cost?

A water heater is an essential home appliance. When the time comes to install a new one, the average water heater replacement cost ranges from $874 to $1,765, with the national average at $1,293.

Epsom salt in gloved hand near plants.
Gardening

How to Use Epsom Salt for Plants

Using Epsom salt for plants might boost their health and vibrancy, but use it wisely to avoid doing more harm than good.

A mole pokes out of its burrow.
Garden Pests

Effective and Humane Ways to Get Rid of Moles (and Take Back Your Lawn)

If you see signs that moles are wreaking havoc on your lawn, save yourself a headache by learning how to get rid of moles from your yard using humane and safe methods.

A group of the 10 best kitchen cleaners on a counter before testing.
Cleaning Supplies

The Best Kitchen Cleaners for Grease, Grime, and Food Messes, Tested

Keep your busy cook space sparkling with the best kitchen cleaners for all your different surfaces.

Spring Black Friday is Here—Shop Huge Sales at The Home Depot, Lowe’s, and More
Reviews

Spring Black Friday is Here—Shop Huge Sales at The Home Depot, Lowe’s, and More

Get Black Friday-level savings this season with these amazing sales.