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Endless Pool Cost
Exterior

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.

The Best Compost Bins Options
Lawn, Garden & Pool

Transform unsightly organic waste into a nutrient-rich soil additive with the best compost bin for your gardening goals.

Why Do We Clean in the Spring?
Cleaning

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.

Select Home Warranty Vs. American Home Shield
Home Warranties

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.

Bare Spots in a Lawn
Lawn & Garden

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.

The Best Down Comforter Options
Mattresses & Bedding

Enjoy a good night’s rest with the best: Curl up with a cozy down comforter that’ll keep you warm and comfy all night long.

The Best Online Landscape Design Courses Options
Reviews

For those looking to grow their careers, one of the best online landscape design courses can help—all from the comfort of home.

Our Favorite Online Garden Stores for Seeds Plants Supplies and More
Reviews

Grab everything you need to make your garden flourish this year from the comfort of your outdoor bench or patio—without setting foot in a store.

Best Front-Door Wreath Options
Design

The right wreath can dress up your front door and welcome guests to your home.

how long do water softeners last
Interior

Water softeners are a necessity for homes that have hard water, and the systems are reasonably priced. How long do water softeners last, though, and how can a homeowner tell when their softener needs to be replaced?

The Best Gravity Water Filter Options
Reviews

Find the best gravity water filters to keep harmful contaminants out of your drinking water whether you’re at home, at the office, or backpacking on the weekends.

The Best Kiddie Pool Options
Reviews

Get the kids out of the house and cooled down in these easy-to-install and low-maintenance kiddie pools.

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Real Estate

Buying that home with a generator might seem like a bright idea (and it very well might be!), but you need to do your homework first. Here’s what you need to know.

DeWalt Digital Tape Measure Review
Reviews

We put this laser-focused measuring tool to the test—find out how it fared.

Pool Inspection Cost
Exterior

Pool inspection cost can range between $125 to $250, and having an annual pool inspection can help extend the lifespan of the pool and avoid serious problems in the future.

The Best Frameless Shower Doors Options
Bath Fixtures & Fittings

The best frameless shower doors transform a boring bathroom from functional to fabulous. Their clean lines and transparency open the space to create a spa-like feel in your own private sanctuary.

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Reviews

Veg-o-Matics and Pocket Fishermen aren't the only offbeat, useful products we're glad we bought on late-night TV. These 21st-century cleaning, organizing and DIY-ing gems prove that some of the products sold on television are pure gold.

average lawn mowing cost
Lawn & Garden

Don’t have the time or the motivation to mow the lawn? The typical lawn-mowing cost ranges from $48 to $206, with homeowners paying $124 per visit on average.

How Much Does Shrub and Bush Removal Cost
Lawn & Garden

Shrub and bush removal cost depends on a variety of factors, such as plant type and size, geographic location, and accessibility. Overall, the cost ranges from $448 to $1,393, with a national average of $903.

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Lawn & Garden

Learn how to identify the most common lawn weeds, and how to control—or live with—these turf invaders.