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home security tips
Interior

8 Essential Home Security Tips to Make Your Home Safer

Basic home security doesn’t always have to be complicated, but it does require a hard look at your home’s entry points and a little planning ahead. The best home security tips will get you started.

are home security systems worth it
Exterior

Are Home Security Systems Worth It? 8 Crucial Reasons to Invest In One

Home security systems may feel like an unnecessary expense, but they pay off when it comes to peace of mind and protection of your home and its residents.

The Best Dish Soap Dispenser Options
Cleaning Supplies

The Best Dish Soap Dispensers for Any Kitchen Sink

From sleek modern picks to rustic charm, find the best dish soap dispenser from the categories on this list.

Man Using One Of The Best ATV Snow Plow Blades to Clear A Path Through A Snowy Landscape.
Reviews

Reviewing the 7 Best ATV Snow Plow Blades

Turn that summer recreation vehicle into a powerful force against winter weather with one of these top snow plow blades.

The Hayata 6.6-Foot 7 Count Color Christmas Bubble Lights with a flocked Christmas tree in the background.
Holiday Decorations

The 11 Best Indoor Christmas Lights

Put a little extra twinkle and fa-la-la-la-la in your holiday celebrations with indoor Christmas lights.

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Reviews

It’s Not Just for Pet Stains: A Bissell ProHeat 2X Revolution Pet Pro Review

While it's known for removing pet stains, this carpet cleaner does a whole lot more. From basic dirt marks to set-in wine spots, this machine lifts stains and rejuvenates tired-looking carpets.

The best water heater option mounted on a basement wall near boxes of stored items and a ladder.
Plumbing Supplies

The 9 Best Water Heaters for Efficiency and Performance

Find out which features you'll want to look for in a new water heater and don’t miss our list of some of the best units you can buy.

A person using shoe goo repair and protective coating to reattach a sole to a shoe.
Tools & Materials

The Best Shoe Glues, Vetted

Save yourself the price of a new pair of shoes with a quick repair using shoe glue.

LeafFilter vs. LeafGuard Cost
Gutters

LeafFilter vs. LeafGuard Cost: Which Gutter Guard Company Best Fits Your Budget?

When it comes to preventing clogs from blocking a gutter, LeafGuard and LeafFilter will both do the job. But which one is more affordable?

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Heating & Cooling

Radiant Floor Heating Cost: What to Expect, and How Much You’ll Pay

Radiant heat flooring is a great way to keep warm in the winter. Radiant floor heating cost can vary depending on the system but averages $3,831 nationally, typically ranging from $1,700 to $6,170.

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Design

String Lights Aren’t Just for Christmas: 13 Ideas to Decorate With Them Year-Round

You don’t need a holiday to decorate with string lights. Here are some ideas to light up your space throughout the year.

Woman in blue blouse and white apron wipes down metal countertop.
Cleaning & Organizing

How to Clean Metal the Right Way

Master metal maintenance with these expert-backed strategies for restoring shine and ensuring longevity for every metal in your home.

Best Gifts to Send in the Mail Options
Gifts

15 Best Gifts To Send in the Mail

Discover compact and lightweight gifts that deliver joy without the hefty shipping costs.

Woman standing in open door.
Home Technology

The Pros and Cons of Smart Window Coverings

Decide if you want to upgrade your home with smart blinds or shades by exploring their potential benefits and drawbacks.

An organized home workshop in need of a DIY workbench.
Building & Installing

16 Workbench Plans Perfect for Big or Small Home Shops

Create your ideal workshop at home with one of these DIY workbench plans.

Finished workbench project in a clean home workshop with a graphic overlay that says downloadable project plans.
Workshop

How to Build a Workbench That Fits Just About Anywhere

This versatile workbench can transform any small space into a hardworking home shop.

Scandinavian Domestic Kitchen and Dining Room
Kitchen Design

27 Small Kitchen Ideas to Inspire Your Next Reno

Tired of your cramped kitchen? With a few personalized touches, tried-and-true space-saving methods, and some minor upgrades, your small kitchen may not seem so restricted after all.

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DIY

15 Ways to Get on Board With Pegboard

Once utilitarian storage relegated to the garage workbench, pegboard has become a go-to solution for all types of projects, from organization to decor.

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DIY

8 of Our Favorite Bob Vila Quotes of All Time

Watch any interview with the grandaddy of home improvement, and you’ll see a guy that shares openly about what’s important.

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Holidays & Celebrations

The Results Are In: When Do You Put Up and Take Down Your Christmas Decorations?

Are you eager to get Christmas decor up as soon as Halloween is over, or do you wait until the last minute? Find out when your fellow Bob Vila readers get into (and out of) the holiday spirit.