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Can one grill really sear, roast, smoke, and bake? Yes, and the results are tasty.

Is your washing machine due for a deep cleaning? Affresh Washing Machine Cleaner can help get your washing machine spotless and smelling fresh.

A shower niche keeps your shampoos and soaps off the floor and right at hand where you need them. Best of all, you can install them yourself.

With a few simple, "Why didn't I think of that?" projects, you can turn your kitchen into an oasis of order where everything is at your fingertips.

Make your canvas artwork look brand new with this step-by-step cleaning technique.

A garage door opener offers convenience, safety, and security to a home. Garage door opener installation cost ranges from $218 to $525, with the national average at $368.

Keep your home at the ideal temperature during hot, dry weather with a high-efficiency evaporative air cooler.

Trees add to a home’s curb appeal, offer soothing shade during summertime, and contribute to air quality. The cost to plant a tree depends on several factors but can range from $100 to $2,000.

No homeowner wants to find out that their home has termites. An inspection will let them know what to do and how to eradicate the problem. Termite inspection costs range from $0 to $400, with the national average at $133.

Homeowners can protect their homes during hurricane season with impact-resistant windows. Hurricane windows cost from $3,083 to $15,721, with the national average at $10,005.

Homeowners can solve any plumbing problem by hiring a licensed plumber to repair leaky pipes or even install a new sink. How much does a plumber cost? A plumber will run $180 to $489, or an average of $331.

Mulch keeps vital moisture in the soil from evaporating and can even boost curb appeal. But how much is a yard of mulch? The national average is $75, and most home gardeners pay between $30 and $150.

Repairing a roof at the first sign of leaks or damage will keep a home and its residents safe and dry. Roof repair costs run from $379 to $1,758, or an average of $1,060.

Gutters damaged, leaking, and in need of replacement? Gutter installation cost ranges from $622 to $1,677, with the national average at $1,135.

No pull starts, ample power and runtime, and amazing operator comfort make it one of the best electric chainsaws for the money.

Is the world outside your window so loud you can’t hear yourself think? Overcome outdoor noise with these window-soundproofing strategies.

Whether or not this fan is a true convenience depends on your point of view. Here’s mine.

Take shelter from the sun and rain by adding one of these handy grill mates to your yard.

Create a bug-free work space in your garage without having to close the door with one of these top garage door screens.

If your dishwasher isn’t filling with water when you begin a cycle, it’s not going to do much in the way of getting your dishes clean. There can be a few reasons why your dishwasher is not getting water.