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A malfunctioning refrigerator is a huge inconvenience—but should it be repaired or replaced? The decision can come down to a number of factors.

Replacing a bathtub can be expensive and often requires demolition, construction, and disposal fees. Refinishing is a great alternative, with bathtub refinishing costs ranging from $335 to $628 and an average cost of $481.

Plant ginger in your garden to add fresh flavor to some of your favorite international recipes, and treat common ailments.

Have a vat of neem oil left over from summer garden duty? Here’s what you can do with it. 

The cost to paint kitchen cabinets is the cheapest of all the kitchen cabinet renovation projects. Homeowners will want to budget an average of $895, or between $422 and $1,415 for this project.

Living in a tiny house can be a refreshing way of scaling down and living simply. Tiny-house costs typically range from $30,000 to $60,000, with a national average of $45,000, depending on the design and amenities.

Water in the bottom of a dishwasher when it’s not in use could be the result of a variety of problems. Fortunately, there are a few troubleshooting options to determine the cause and find a path to repair.

Adding tile is a great way to update the look of a home. Tile installation costs between $400 and $6,500, with the national average at $2,006.

While water stains in a home aren’t always an indication of mold, they can encourage mold growth if left unaddressed. Here’s what homeowners will want to know about water damage vs. mold and how to best handle either issue.

Barndominiums are a growing residential housing trend. Comparing barndominium cost vs. house cost can help homeowners decide what type of structure will work the best for their needs.

Homeowners will want to learn about the differences between chain-link vs. wood fence cost when choosing the best fence for their property.

Whether a garbage disposal is clogged with food or making strange noises, the repair costs for a malfunctioning unit ranges from $70 to $400, or about $250 on average.

I destroyed documents, credit cards, and CDs with this powerful paper shredder. Find out which of its features surprised me the most!

These reportedly haunted hotels, inns, and B&Bs promise bona fide fright nights on Halloween—or any night of the year.

Are you “bearanoid”? You should be—especially as increasing numbers of bears, tempted by a backyard BBQ or a compost pile full of fruit, are becoming emboldened enough to invite themselves onto your property.

Mixing concrete might be an afterthought when you see these great mixing ideas.

Attract feathered friends and provide a safe and charming home for a range of bird species with the best birdhouses.

I put DeWalt’s popular 10-inch table saw to the test—find out what I liked and what changes I would make.

I’m not sure if it’s top-end consumer-grade or an entry-level professional mower. Whatever the Xcite Z350 is, I like it.

When contemplating how to grow peanuts, keep in mind that the peanut growing season requires at least 4 months of summer-like temperatures.