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These WiFi-connected controllers monitor local weather data to conserve water while ensuring a healthy lawn.

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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.

Homeowners can protect their homes during hurricane season with impact-resistant windows. Hurricane windows cost from $3,083 to $15,721, with the national average at $10,005.

Homeowners can solve any plumbing problem by hiring a licensed plumber to repair leaky pipes or even install a new sink. How much does a plumber cost? A plumber will run $180 to $489, or an average of $331.

Mulch keeps vital moisture in the soil from evaporating and can even boost curb appeal. But how much is a yard of mulch? The national average is $75, and most home gardeners pay between $30 and $150.

Repairing a roof at the first sign of leaks or damage will keep a home and its residents safe and dry. Roof repair costs run from $379 to $1,758, or an average of $1,060.