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how to keep wildfire smoke out of home
Interior

How to Keep Wildfire Smoke Out of Your Home: 9 Ways to Improve Indoor Air Quality

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

Common Garden Pests
Lawn & Garden

12 of the Most Common Garden Pests—Including 8 of the Most Destructive Bugs

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

Dyson Purifier Review
Reviews

I Tried the Dyson Purifier Humidify+Cool PH04: Is This Machine Worth Its Hefty Price?

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.

Dyson Air Purifier Review
Reviews

Dyson Air Purifier Review: We Tested This Popular Air Purifier to See if It’s Worth the Money

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

How Much Does Move-Out Cleaning Cost
Real Estate

How Much Does Move-Out Cleaning Cost?

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.

29 Handy Household Uses for Vinegar
Cleaning

29 Handy Household Uses for Vinegar

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.

termite vs carpenter ant damage
Interior

What’s the Difference? Identifying Termite vs. Carpenter Ant Damage

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.

How Much Does a Whole-House Air Purifier Cost
Interior

How Much Does a Whole-House Air Purifier Cost?

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.

Shower Installation Cost
Interior

How Much Does Shower Installation Cost?

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.

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Building & Installing

How Much Does It Cost to Build a Deck?

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.

Family charging a tablet while camping
Reviews

Power Your Family’s Next Outdoor Adventure with Jackery’s Portable Generators

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

Visual 1 - HomeAdvisor - sod prices - cost range and average - May 2023
Landscaping

Sod Prices: How Much You Can Expect to Pay

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.

Visual 1 - HomeAdvisor - Privacy Fence Cost - Cost Range + Average - May 2023
Fences

Privacy Fence Cost: How Much to Expect to Pay for Installation

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.

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Lawn & Garden

12 Lush Landscaping Ideas for a Hilly Backyard

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 photo of the PrintShield Finish stainless steel door of the KitchenAid FreeFlex dishwasher
Reviews

I Tested the KitchenAid FreeFlex Dishwasher: Does the Handy Third Rack Justify Its Price?

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.

A woman sitting at an outdoor table full of food and drinks while a man stands holding tongs next to the best gas grill under $500
Grills

The Best Gas Grills Under $500

Outfit your outdoors with a quality gas grill—while staying well within your budget!

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Pests

How Much Does an Exterminator Cost?

Insects or rodents are never welcome inside the home, and sometimes evicting them isn’t easy. Hiring a professional to address the problem may be well worth the typical exterminator cost of $111 to $261, or $176 on average.

Lomi Compost Review
Reviews

Is a Lomi Composter the Easiest Way to Turn Food Scraps Into Soil? We Tested It to Find Out

This new kitchen composting appliance could be a helpful problem solver for many users but may not be for everyone.

Types of Shingles to Consider for Your New Roof
Curb Appeal

18 Types of Roof Shingles

Replacing your roof? Get to know the differences among types of roofing shingles so you can choose the best option for your home.

Walls and Ceiling Cracks
Walls & Ceilings

13 Genius Products for Fixing Walls and Ceilings Yourself

Cracks and small holes might seem minor, but they can soon get out of hand if not addressed properly. These 13 products will help you make quick and easy repairs on a variety of surfaces.