Waterproofing Basement Walls: The Dos and Don’ts
Troubleshoot the causes and find the solutions to wet basement walls—and the sooner, the better, to maintain the integrity of your home.
Troubleshoot the causes and find the solutions to wet basement walls—and the sooner, the better, to maintain the integrity of your home.
Follow this expert advice when potentially problematic critters appear.
I spent a week with Mrs. Meyer’s seasonal scents and found a few new favorites. These limited-edition cleaners do more than smell good—they make spring cleaning downright enjoyable.
Painting a front door is an inexpensive, easy way to improve your home's curb appeal. Here's what to know about selecting the right kind of paint—and the right paint sheen—for your exterior doors.
More in today's news digest: the housing market stalls, starter homes reach an eye-popping price, and more.
On our list of priorities for this month: Tidying the garage, opening the pool, and making sure our patio area is bug-free and ready for entertaining.
I put the top deck cleaners through their paces to see which ones really powered through dirt and grime—read on for the results of my hands-on tests so you can get your deck ready for summer fun.
Winter can be harsh, but grass is resilient. These steps and pro tips will have your grass looking greener in no time.
Hot tubs can be relaxing, but moving one across the yard (or across town) is anything but. Here’s how to get a Jacuzzi from Point A to Point B.
When general clean-up fails to keep your countertop shipshape, consider these material-specific solutions.
A healthy lawn needs ample water, sun, nutrients, and air to thrive—and the way in which you fertilize, seed, and mow your grass can make all the difference.
Some refrigerator noises are caused by easy-to-solve problems and others are the signs of more serious issues. We'll help you troubleshoot those buzzes, knocks, and gurgles.
Our favorite picks turned out to be ideal for anyone searching for a quiet, low-maintenance electric chainsaw to tackle outdoor DIY chores.
Versatile, beautiful and DIY-friendly, today's patio pavers are an ideal choice for any hardscape plan.
From gloves to pruners to starter plants, these under-$20 finds are helping me get my garden ready without blowing my spring budget.
If a loved one was recently diagnosed with dementia, consider making these simple updates so they can safely live in their home longer.
In the market for a new shed? We’ve taken the guesswork out of where to shop so you can focus on choosing the best shed for your needs.
Routers are tools that can make joints, holes, patterns, and embellishments in wood, but you have to have the right bit to get a job done.
Skip the harsh pesticides and use this common household item to drive wasps from your property.
Don’t let the wind wreck your weekend—these patio umbrellas come with features specially designed to make them more stable in breezy backyards.