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The Best Tiny Home Builders Options
Reviews

The Best Tiny-Home Builders in America

It’s OK to dream big when going small, and the best tiny-home builders know how to make those dreams come true. Home buyers can check out this guide on top-notch tiny-home builders across the country.

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Exterior

How Much Does It Cost to Stain a Deck?

A fresh coat of stain can freshen up a discolored, faded, or worn deck. The cost to stain a deck ranges from $540 to $1,250, with many homeowners spending an average of $775.

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Exterior

How Much Does Garage Door Repair Cost?

If a home has a garage door with a broken spring or worn-out cables, it’s time for a repair. Garage door repair costs range from $150 to $356, with the national average at $253.

Water Bugs in Your Pool
Exterior

4 Types of Water Bugs That Appear in Pools And What to Do About Them

Say “so long” to water bugs in the pool for good by following a few key steps.

Small Bathroom Remodel Cost
Interior

How Much Does a Small Bathroom Remodel Cost?

Small bathroom remodels can have a big impact, but how much do they cost? The average small bathroom remodel cost is $6,500, or between $1,500 and $15,000.

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Lawn & Garden

How to Grow Gardenias

Are gardenias really difficult divas or just pretty and particular? This gardenia care guide will help you anticipate and deal with their tantrums.

8 Pest-Control Myths You Shouldn’t Believe
Pest Control

8 Pest-Control Myths You Shouldn’t Believe

It’s time to disprove once and for all some of the most commonly held misconceptions about dealing with bugs, rodents, and other unwanted critters.

sump pump maintenance
Interior

Sump Pump Maintenance: 6 Crucial Steps for Storm Readiness

Follow these sump pump maintenance tips to ensure your unit is ready and working properly to move water away from your basement.

Things to tell your house sitter
Interior

13 Things Your House Sitter Needs to Know Before You Leave Town

Leaving your house sitter with the key information they’ll need will make their job easier, and keep your stress to a minimum when you’re away from home.

The Best Wasp Traps Options
Reviews

The Best Wasp Traps, Reviewed

Eliminate your wasp problem by luring those winged invaders into one of these top traps.

Cost to Install Pullout Shelves in Kitchen Cabinets
Interior

How Much Does It Cost to Install Pullout Shelves in Kitchen Cabinets?

The typical cost to install pullout shelves in kitchen cabinets ranges from $140 to $350—a small investment to make for the convenience and functionality they provide when homeowners are enhancing their kitchen.

Big Green Egg
Outdoor Kitchens

Is the Ever-Popular Big Green Egg Grill Really Worth It?

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

Affresh Washing Machine Cleaner
Reviews

I Tried the Popular Affresh Tablets to Clean My Smelly Washer—Do They Really Work?

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

shower niche with beige tiles and small bottles of bath products
Interior

10 Shower Niche Ideas for Built-in Bathroom Storage

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.

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Interior

12 Storage Hacks for a More Organized Kitchen

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.

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Interior

How to Clean a Canvas Painting Without Damaging It

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

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Garages

How Much Does Garage Door Opener Installation Cost?

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.

Group shot of coolers
Reviews

We Tested Evaporative Air Coolers—Here’s Which Ones Actually Work

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

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Landscaping

How Much Does It Cost to Plant a Tree?

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.

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Pests

How Much Does a Termite Inspection Cost?

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.