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Wildfire smoke can be hazardous to your health. Learn what you can do to prevent it from tainting the air inside your home.

This guide will allow you to identify signs of a problem and how to treat an infestation.

A broken-down appliance can throw off a household’s daily flow, so having it repaired quickly is usually top priority for homeowners. The average appliance repair cost falls between $107 and $247, with an average cost of $176.

The Dyson Purifier Humidify+Cool Formaldehyde PH04 is an all-in-one unit that serves as a humidifier, fan, and air purifier. I put it to the test to see how well it performs.

I tested the Dyson air purifier to see how well it banished common airborne pollutants. Find out how it performed.

Nobody wants to take on the cleaning of an entire home when they’ve spent the whole day packing. With the average move-out cleaning cost landing right at $360, it’s a reasonable expense that can be a sanity saver.

If you think vinegar is just for salads, think again. This inexpensive kitchen multitasker repels insects, removes rust, and cleans everything from tile to silver.

Have you noticed damage in the home from a pest infestation but are unsure if it’s termite vs. carpenter ant damage? Here’s how to tell the difference and find out if it’s time to hire a pest control professional.

Whole-house air purifiers can help reduce respiratory irritants and minimize allergy symptoms. For homeowners interested in such benefits, the average whole-house air purifier cost is $2,448, with a typical range of $456 to $4,557.

11 tips from a visual artist who transformed her catch-all room into the creative space she craved.

Slate roofs are known for their durability and beauty, but how much do they cost? The typical price range is $5,421 to $23,557, with a national average slate roof cost of $13,926.

A new shower provides a space to relax, increases accessibility and safety, and boosts the resale value of a home. Shower installation cost ranges from $3,733 to $11,173, with the national average at $7,350.

A pest inspection can identify infestations in a home before major damage occurs. Pest inspection costs between $0 and $400, or about $133 on average.

A deck can expand an outdoor living space to create warm-weather enjoyment, but how much does it cost to build a deck? Typically, it costs between $4,141 and $11,713, with a national average of $7,913.

The company's huge line of compact power stations has something for every camping style.

Laying new sod helps improve the curb appeal of a property for a price of $150 to $450 per pallet, or $300 on average. Understanding the factors affecting sod prices can help homeowners know what to expect.

A wide-open backyard has a certain appeal, but adding a privacy fence can provide security and seclusion. Privacy fence costs range from $1,800 to $8,000, with homeowners paying an average of $4,300.

A plumbing inspection can help homeowners stay on top of maintaining this important home system. Typically, a plumbing inspection costs between $65 and $4,500, or a national average of $200.

Adorning and maintaining sloping yards can be tough, and there’s also the potential for soil erosion. These backyard hill landscaping ideas can improve the aesthetics and safety of your hilly property.

A dishwasher has one job: to clean dishes thoroughly. I tested the KitchenAid FreeFlex, which comes with some noteworthy extra features. Find out if they’re worth it, and see how this dishwasher performed in my kitchen.