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Water Damage Restoration Cost
Interior

How Much Does Water Damage Restoration Cost?

Water damage restoration is the process of removing water from a property and restoring it to a pre-loss condition. Water damage restoration cost ranges from $1,305 to $5,707, with a national average of $3,455.

Double-Pane Windows Cost
Exterior

How Much Do Double-Pane Windows Cost?

Looking to reduce outdoor noise pollution and save on energy costs? Double-pane windows cost between $150 and $6,900, with many homeowners spending $1,050 on average.

Person smoking inside
DIY

Solved! How to Get Smoke Smell Out of Your House

Whether it’s from cigarettes or wildfires, the smell of smoke is notoriously difficult to eliminate. Banish smoky odors on furniture, clothing, and vehicles with these tried-and-true techniques.

How Much Does a Steam Shower Cost
Interior

How Much Does a Steam Shower Cost to Install?

Steam showers produce steam in a sealed enclosure for a relaxing, soothing effect. Steam shower cost ranges from $2,650 to $6,050, or $4,325 on average.

Open bag of mulch next to flowers
Interior

Solved! Does Mulch Attract Termites?

Will termites bug you more if you have mulch around your house or can the right type cause them to bug off?

The underside of a ducted range hood mounted to a kitchen wall
Interior

Ducted vs. Ductless Range Hood: Which Is Best for Your Kitchen?

Choosing the right range hood depends on personal preference and considerations like space constraints, cooking frequency, noise level, and budget.

painted green planter box hanging from white picket fence with bright colored flowers
DIY

17 Planter Box Plans You Can DIY This Weekend

Choose from these easy plans to construct your own decorative planter box to fill with colorful flowers, stunning vines, or scrumptious herbs to dress up your home, patio, porch, or yard.

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Real Estate

How Much Do Movers Cost?

Moving can be time-consuming, stressful, and exhausting—handing the reins over to a reputable moving company might just save the day. The cost to hire a moving company is between $911 and $2,514, or an average of $1,710.

A person moving the Harbor Freight Fortress air compressor by using its wheels and handle
Reviews

So, How Good Is a Harbor Freight Air Compressor? We Tested It!

I tested the 10-gallon 175-psi model from Harbor Freight, and to my surprise and delight, it proved much quieter than any air compressor I’ve used in the past.

Bostitch finish nailer with case
Reviews

My Current Favorite Tool: Bostitch BTFP72156 Smart Point Finish Nailer

It’s lightweight and accurate, and helped me cut my project time by 80 percent.

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Exterior

Preparing Your Home for Natural Disasters Can Pay Off—Here’s How

Some projects can help defend your home against climate change while fetching a premium at resale.

A person using the Ryobi pressure washer 2000 PSI to clean a concrete patio
Reviews

Is an Electric Pressure Washer Powerful? I Tested a Ryobi Pressure Washer to Find out!

I tested Ryobi's 2000-psi pressure washer on my own cars and concrete. Find out how it performed in my hands-on tests.

Red chigger bug crawling between grass
Lawn & Garden

How to Get Rid of Chiggers in Your Yard

Chigger bites can itch for days. Learn how to rid your property of the arachnids, and prevent them from returning.

Best Renter-Friendly Decor Ideas
Interior

The Best Renter-Friendly Decor Ideas to Elevate Your Space on a Budget

Discover renter-friendly tips and tricks to refresh your space without breaking the bank.

Pink oleander flowers blooming
Lawn & Garden

14 of the Most Dangerous Plants in America

They may be pretty, but some plants are thugs disguised in attractive foliage or tempting flowers that can sabotage your garden, the environment, and even your health.

Curious deers grazing in yard
Lawn & Garden

17 Deer-Resistant Plants, Flowers, and Shrubs

Looking for plants that repel deer, or flowers that deer won’t eat? If your yard has become a buffet for Bambi and family, these deer-resistant plants will encourage them to forage elsewhere.

Small Bulldozer Removing Grass From Yard
Lawn & Garden

The Government Paid Me to Remove My Lawn—Here’s What Happened

With the help of an incentive program, I replaced my turfgrass lawn with xeriscaping to help the environment.

Woman looking at temperature meter on cellphone
Interior

10 Tricks for Keeping Cool Without Air Conditioning

Don't have air conditioning, or just don't want to turn it on? Learn our best tips for staying cool this summer.

An evening photo of the Tiki BiteFighter LED String Lights illuminating a screened-in porch
Reviews

These String Lights Claim to Prevent Bug Bites: See What Happened When I Tested Them

Plug-in LED string lights with built-in bug repellant seem like a great idea, but is it?

Moen Arbor kitchen faucet in spot-resistant stainless steel finish
Reviews

What’s So Great About a Gooseneck Faucet? I Tested the Moen Arbor Kitchen Faucet to Find Out

In addition to its quick and easy installation, my new faucet has given me a lot to like.