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neem oil plant with green fruit
DIY

14 Nifty Neem Oil Uses for the Home and Garden

Have a vat of neem oil left over from summer garden duty? Here’s what you can do with it. 

Emergency supplies
Interior

The Ultimate Bug-Out Bag List: 30 Emergency Essentials for When Disaster Strikes

You never know when an emergency will strike. Armed with the items on this bug-out-bag checklist, you’ll always be prepared.

Visual 1 - HomeAdvisor - Cost to Paint Kitchen Cabinets - Cost Range + Average - July 2023
DIY

How Much Does It Cost to Paint Kitchen Cabinets?

The cost to paint kitchen cabinets is the cheapest of all the kitchen cabinet renovation projects. Homeowners will want to budget an average of $895, or between $422 and $1,415 for this project.

Visual 1 - HomeAdvisor - Tiny House Cost - Cost Range + Average - July 2023
Real Estate

How Much Does a Tiny House Cost?

Living in a tiny house can be a refreshing way of scaling down and living simply. Tiny-house costs typically range from $30,000 to $60,000, with a national average of $45,000, depending on the design and amenities.

water in bottom of dishwasher when not in use
Interior

Solved! Why Is There Water in the Bottom of My Dishwasher When It’s Not in Use?

Water in the bottom of a dishwasher when it’s not in use could be the result of a variety of problems. Fortunately, there are a few troubleshooting options to determine the cause and find a path to repair.

Visual 1 - HomeAdvisor - Tile Installation Cost - Cost Range + Average - August 2023 (1)
Interior

How Much Does Tile Installation Cost?

Adding tile is a great way to update the look of a home. Tile installation costs between $400 and $6,500, with the national average at $2,006.

Water Damage vs. Mold
Interior

5 Ways to Identify Water Damage vs. Mold (and What to Do Next)

While water stains in a home aren’t always an indication of mold, they can encourage mold growth if left unaddressed. Here’s what homeowners will want to know about water damage vs. mold and how to best handle either issue.

barndominium cost vs house
Real Estate

Barndominium Cost vs. House Cost: 10 Factors to Consider Before Building

Barndominiums are a growing residential housing trend. Comparing barndominium cost vs. house cost can help homeowners decide what type of structure will work the best for their needs.

chain link vs wood fence cost
Exterior

Chain-Link vs. Wood Fence Cost: 7 Considerations When Choosing a New Fence Material

Homeowners will want to learn about the differences between chain-link vs. wood fence cost when choosing the best fence for their property.

Garbage Disposal Repair Cost
Interior

How Much Does Garbage Disposal Repair Cost?

Whether a garbage disposal is clogged with food or making strange noises, the repair costs for a malfunctioning unit ranges from $70 to $400, or about $250 on average.

The Aurora paper shredder with its waste bin open
Reviews

Destroy Sensitive Documents Quickly and Confidently: An Aurora Paper Shredder Review

I destroyed documents, credit cards, and CDs with this powerful paper shredder. Find out which of its features surprised me the most!

Old hotel and sign
Design

33 Haunted Hotels and Airbnbs to Book for a Spooky Halloween

These reportedly haunted hotels, inns, and B&Bs promise bona fide fright nights on Halloween—or any night of the year.

Young black/brown bear standing by tree in the back yard., looking into the window.
Lawn & Garden

A Bear Strolls Into Your Backyard—Now What?

Are you “bearanoid”? You should be—especially as increasing numbers of bears, tempted by a backyard BBQ or a compost pile full of fruit, are becoming emboldened enough to invite themselves onto your property.

concrete is loaded into a cart from a 200 liter orange electric concrete mixer, photo taken on a sunny summer day outdoors
DIY

10 Brilliant Alternative Uses for a Concrete Mixer

Mixing concrete might be an afterthought when you see these great mixing ideas.

A bird flying away from the best birdhouses option
Reviews

The Best Birdhouses You Can Get

Attract feathered friends and provide a safe and charming home for a range of bird species with the best birdhouses.

The DeWalt 10-inch table saw sitting on its stand in a yard while surrounded by several pieces of wood, some of which have been cut and some of which have not been cut
Reviews

Precision Meets Portability: An In-Depth Review of the DeWalt 10-Inch Table Saw

I put DeWalt’s popular 10-inch table saw to the test—find out what I liked and what changes I would make.

The Husqvarna XCite 350 zero turn riding mower sitting on a green lawn
Reviews

Can the Husqvarna Zero-Turn Mower Cut a Bumpy Lawn at Top Speed?

I’m not sure if it’s top-end consumer-grade or an entry-level professional mower. Whatever the Xcite Z350 is, I like it.

Person harvesting peanuts from garden
Lawn & Garden

How to Grow Peanuts

When contemplating how to grow peanuts, keep in mind that the peanut growing season requires at least 4 months of summer-like temperatures.

A person using the best heat gun option to melt colorful wax for an art project
Reviews

The Best Heat Guns

From removing stubborn stuck-on labels to applying vehicle decals to bending plastic pipes, a heat gun is a very handy tool to have around.

Exposed Wood Wall with Doorway Sealed Off for Asbestos Abatement
Interior

14 Places Asbestos May Still Be Lurking in Your Home

If your home was built before 1980, it could still be harboring asbestos. Before you embark on repairs or remodeling, learn where you you are most likely to find asbestos, and how to keep it from endangering your family.