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This open-air outdoor structure invites good times and provides a beautiful focal point to any home landscape.

The best chainsaw chaps keep the lower limbs protected (and intact).

Egress windows not only bring light to dark basement spaces, but they’re also a vital safety feature. Egress window costs range from $2,621 to $5,662, with the national average at $4,129.

Trying to figure out what animal is digging holes in the yard? Check out this guide to determine which critters might be to blame.

Chairs may be easy to assemble, but many homeowners prefer to leave larger furniture assembly to the pros. The cost to assemble furniture ranges from $90 to $150, with a typical average of $110.

These feature-loaded heated toilet seats make a trip to the bathroom feel like a day at the spa.

A little charm and character are what a shiplap ceiling can add to an often forgotten area of the home. A shiplap ceiling costs between $2.50 and $7 per square foot for materials.

Hosting a short-term vacation rental property can be a great source of revenue, but choosing the right platform is key. Comparing Vrbo vs. Airbnb for hosts can highlight the benefits of each website to find the best option.

With rigid foam on one end and a hard window scraper on the other, this innovative tool makes clearing ice and snow from vehicles and objects easier than ever.

This Champion dual-fuel generator produced ample electricity for home backup and powered an off-grid jobsite.

Keep your shelves neat and clean with attractive liners just right for your style, stuff, and budget.

Conserve energy and enjoy hot water on demand with the best tankless water heater for your home, lifestyle, and budget.

Keeping a house warm in cold weather can be costly, but experts say that shutting off vents in unused rooms could backfire on home energy savings.

Always have hot water when you need it without worrying that it will run out mid-shower.

Many homeowners dream of upgrading their kitchen, bathroom, basement, and other areas of the house, but renovation costs can be prohibitive. There are several ways to finance renovation projects and realize any home’s true potential.

Discover the skills and necessary tools to take on DIY plumbing projects at home.

New upholstery is an attractive way to update old seating, but cutting foam can sometimes be tricky. Here's how to get the job done using tools you may already own.

Stop those eight-legged crawlers in their tracks with the best spider killer and repellent formulas on the market.

Don’t let a power drill intimidate you. This guide will teach you how to change bits impact drivers, and drills with both keyless and keyed chucks.

Despite its name, dragon fruit cactus isn’t scary to grow, though you can expect a few barbs in its tails!