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Roof Repair or Replacement
Exterior

Solved! How to Choose Between Roof Repair or Replacement

When it comes to roof repair or replacement, the choice depends on a number of factors, from the age of the roof to the extent of the damage and whether it’s still storm season.

neighborhood burning from wildfire
Exterior

Can a Metal Roof Save Your Home From a Wildfire?

How did one house survive the Lahaina wildfires, while others around it burned to the ground? Experts say its metal roof might have made all the difference.

who to call for home repairs
DIY

Solved! These Are the 7 Types of Professionals to Call for Home Repairs

Knowing who to call for home repairs is invaluable when budgeting for a home improvement project.

signs of mold in house
Interior

Solved! These Are the 8 Telltale Signs of Mold in the House

Whether or not mold is present in a home doesn’t have to stay a mystery. These visual cues, odors, and health symptoms could be signs of mold in the house.

a woman's hand holding a small bottle of essential oils and dropping a few drops into a wooden bowl of water
DIY

11 Ways Essential Oils Can Help Around the Home

Essential oils aren't just for yoga studios or acupuncturists. Learn how these natural products can freshen your interior spaces, keep bugs away, and keep your home clean.

a large white bottle pouring a stream of clear bleach with a blue background
Interior

13 Surprising Uses for Bleach Around the Home

Chlorine bleach isn’t just for whitening clothing. This laundry room staple has myriad uses, from making bouquets last longer to emergency water purification and disaster cleanup.

A person holding the best LED light bulb option with a lamp in the background
Reviews

The Best LED Light Bulbs

Looking to save money and conserve energy by switching to LED light bulbs? Check out our top picks and smart shopping tips to make the right purchases.

Spraying window with windex
DIY

14 Things You Didn’t Know You Could Do With Windex

Windex is not just for cleaning windows: The iconic blue spray (and its other formulations) can be used in the kitchen, laundry room, and more.

A person using the best vacuum for thick carpets option on a carpeted floor
Reviews

The Best Vacuums for Thick Carpet

The best vacuums for thick carpets go deep to dislodge dirt and remove grime from plush fibers without doing damage to the carpet.

Laundry Room Remodel Cost
Interior

How Much Does a Laundry Room Remodel Cost?

Remodeling the laundry room can make a dreaded chore seem less daunting. Laundry room remodel costs range from $1,300 to $15,000, with the national average at $8,100.

woman in striped pants loading her dishwasher in narrow kitchen
Interior

Changing Your Dishwashing Routine Could Save You Money

Simply timing your cleaning cycles right can benefit both your wallet and the environment.

monstera plant care 101 - how to grow monstera indoors
Lawn & Garden

Monstera Plant Care 101

Growing lush, tropical Monstera plants indoors is easy when you get its growing conditions right. Learn about soil, light, and fertilizer requirements, and other key aspects of Monstera care.

Close view of hand wiping a TV screen with a microfiber cloth
DIY

How to Clean TV Screens the Right Way

Discover the best tools and techniques for cleaning a TV screen without scratching or otherwise damaging the surface.

Stamped concrete patio installed to look like stone pavers on a porch with a black front door
Exterior

Solved! What Is Stamped Concrete?

Learn all about stamped concrete, including the high-end materials it can mimic, its durability, and cost, before you have it installed around your home.

calathea plant care 101 - how to grow calathea plant indoors
Lawn & Garden

Calathea Care 101

While prayer plant is considered fussy by some green thumbs, it’s not all that difficult to create an optimal growing environment for it.

Rear View Of Senior Couple Pointing Finger In Front Of House
DIY

How to Paint a House

Wondering how to paint a house exterior so you can decide whether to take the project on yourself? These steps can help DIYers see the project through.

A close up photo of red sneezeweed flowers.
Lawn & Garden

30 Plants That’ll Bring Color to Your Yard This Fall

Your yard doesn't have to look drab just because summer is waning. Plant these flowers and shrubs to give your landscape color through the cooler months.

Herbs air drying
Lawn & Garden

How to Dry Herbs

If you want to enjoy herbs from your summer garden all year long, you can do so by drying herbs and storing them for use after your plants have fallen to the frost.

Mom cleaning with mask on
Interior

16 Things to Clean in Your Home After You’ve Been Sick

Cold and flu season is upon us, and it’s all but inevitable that germs will invade your home. If someone in your family falls ill, be sure to keep these high-touch areas of your home clean.

Covered Patio Cost
Exterior

How Much Does a Covered Patio Cost?

A covered patio provides shelter and privacy in a homeowner’s backyard. Installing a covered patio costs between $8,243 and $26,255, or an average of about $17,154.