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The right feeder will attract more birds for your viewing pleasure—and keep them coming back.

There's a lot to consider when constructing stairs: the rise/run ratio, treads, and essential tools, like the carpenter's square. Follow these guidelines for help building stairs.

Homeowners can give their old and tired floors new life by renting a floor sander. The average cost to rent a floor sander ranges from $42 to $200 per day.

To nurture your lawn without wasting a precious resource, learn when—and just how much—you should water it.

This high-quality indoor/outdoor floor paint creates a strong bond and provides traction to prevent slips and falls.

Pest control is best left to the pros, and Terminix is one of the best companies to choose from. Is there any reason to not choose Terminix—if you can even book the service?

Nobody wants to need an exterminator, but when they do, they want the best. These two national companies have solid name recognition and reputation, but who wins in an Orkin vs. Terminix face-off?

Add a taste of the rainbow to your cooking space.

Are your kitchen cabinets in need of a makeover? From simple updates to more significant changes, get started on one of these DIY projects this weekend.

Learn how to clean walls with flat paint by using the right tools and techniques to keep them looking fresh and spotless.

They’re here for only a few weeks every 13 to 17 years, making a loud, high-pitched buzz and leaving behind creepy, crunchy exoskeletons, but periodical cicadas might actually benefit your garden.

Looking to take your design project to the next level? Skip the basic ceiling white and opt for one of these designer hues overhead.

Find out which type of ladder is best-suited to that next home project, and make working at heights easier and safer.

Explore chaos gardening—a low-maintenance approach that combines spontaneity with nature's unpredictability to create lush, vibrant ecosystems.

A pool screen enclosure offers protection from insects and debris, as well as additional security. Pool screen enclosure costs range from $5,708 to $16,608, with the national average at $10,675.

From building bridges and skyscrapers to manufacturing and repairing pipelines, and even in areas like film and TV, skilled welders are in high demand. If you’ve ever wondered how to become a welder, this guide can help.

Staining a deck can make it look new again, and is a project a novice DIYer can undertake. See how easy it is to give your deck a new look this weekend!

Marsh elder is a common allergen in the southern United States, but it may affect allergy sufferers in other areas, too.

Looking for a way to remedy kinks and knots in your garden hose? Consider one of these 11 decorative hose management solutions.