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Careless mistakes in the home's laundry room, garage, and kitchen can lead to dire consequences. Reduce the likelihood of accidental fires at your place by learning these fire safety tips.

Power outages and expensive electricity bills may be inevitable, but their negative effects are not. A backup home power system keeps you always up and running, with money-saving efficiency.

As winter ends, give your home a complete physical—inside and out—to ready it for those warm-weather months ahead.

Old, damaged, or outdated pipes may benefit from a full replacement rather than repair work. The cost to repipe house water supply lines is typically between $1,500 and $15,000, with a national average of $7,500.

Get our best tips and recommendations for choosing the best lawn fertilizer for the yard—and don't miss our top picks!

Keep tropical hibiscus growing, blooming, and healthy with the best fertilizer for hibiscus plants.

When it comes to spring yard work, what if you could actually do more by doing less? By participating in No Mow May, you’ll spend less time, money, and energy on your lawn while helping to improve the planet.

Both practical and stylish, the best window treatments for sliding patio doors add function and flair to indoor living spaces.

Transform your small outdoor or indoor space with these creative vertical garden ideas.

If not disposed of properly, bleach can pose a threat to people, animals, or the environment. Learn the right way to get rid of this potent household cleaning product.

Find the best stackable washer dryer to thoroughly clean and dry clothing and linens, all while conserving space.

Solve your worst cleaning conundrums—from grubby grout and rusty tools to skunky-smelling clothing—with nothing more than an inexpensive bottle of hydrogen peroxide and these how-to hacks.

Small, but not as mighty as I would have liked; find out what happened when I tested the Black+Decker compact circular saw.

The V12 is a slimmer, lighter stick vac with the same flagship Dyson features, including a green laser for illuminating dust and hair.

Keep air circulating properly in the bathroom by learning how to remove dust and grime from your bathroom fan.

When you need to know who to hire to replace subfloor, the following guide can help determine the best professional for the job.

An endless pool allows homeowners to swim at home without taking up yard space with a traditional pool. Endless pool cost ranges from $7,000 to $50,000, with a national average cost of $22,500.

Open your windows and shake out the dust—but be careful not to sweep away good luck. Learn the reasons, rituals, and resolutions that underlie the tradition of spring cleaning, and make this year’s fresh start your most joyful yet.

Our Select Home Warranty vs. American Home Shield comparison pits two of the best home warranty companies against each other to see which one is a better fit for homeowners across the country.

The road to a lush, green lawn is fraught with obstacles like bare spots and brown grass. We’ve broken down all the possible causes of bare spots in a lawn—and what can be done to repair those unsightly patches.