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When a tree falls on your house, follow this action plan to mitigate the damage and ensure safety for you and your family.

Replacement windows may all seem the same at first, but there are important differences to consider when choosing between Renewal by Andersen vs. Pella to fabricate and install replacement windows.

When comparing HomeAdvisor vs. Angi, potential customers will find that the two major home improvement marketplaces have many similarities—but how is a customer to choose which one to use?

We tested the Bosch StarlockPlus oscillating tool. Find out its strong points, and what it could have done better.

Block out light, regulate temperatures, and reduce noise pollution with the best blackout curtains.

Do your clothes have oily stains on them when they come out of the dryer? Are your clothes stinky after you launder them? Here's where you're going wrong.

The best pool algaecides keep water clean and clear while preventing algae from splashing around.

Good fences make good neighbors, but when tree branches extend over those fences—or property lines—the folks next door can get pretty grouchy.

Which U.S. city requires its residents to own a firearm? Where are sobriety checkpoints illegal? These unusual laws will help you decide where to live—or where not to live, as the case may be.

Planting shrubs and bushes is a great way to improve your home’s curb appeal. Learn how to plant a bush the right way to create a thriving landscape.

Dryer cleaning is as simple as adding only 30 seconds to your laundry routine, plus performing deeper cleans four times a year. Learn how to clean a dryer with these straightforward steps.

Invasive insects can destroy crops, damage your home, and even threaten your well being.

This stylish new Solo Stove accessory adds a layer of convenience and safety for fire pit nights.

Are western-style work boots just for cowboys and ranch hands? Find out in this hands-on (and feet in!) review.

At more than three times the price of the average smoke detector, is the Google Nest Protect worth the money? Join us as we put it through its paces!

Outdoor misting fans are an excellent solution for beating the summer heat.

Getting some perennials into the ground now will reward you with bountiful spring blooms for many years to come.

If your washing machine is starting to smell funky, use a washing machine cleaner to blast the grime and freshen it up.

Granite countertops and surfaces enhance the look of your home. Protect them from stains and damage with these top granite sealers.

Don’t pack your bags and head off on holiday just yet! Take these steps to protect your home and property before you hit the road.