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Do your research on a contractor before handing over any money, especially in times of high demand.

Here’s how your smart refrigerator, laptop, and TV are keeping an eye on you, and what you can do about it.

Discover what you need to know to keep your home comfortable, safe, efficient, and more.

Termites are more than just a pest—they can cause serious structural damage to a home if left untreated. Here’s how homeowners can handle small infestations and get rid of termites.

Homeowners interested in saving time, money, energy, and effort on lawn maintenance will be happy to know that realistic-looking artificial grass cost ranges from $2,961 to $7,792, with many homeowners spending about $5,358.

The best window brands make high-quality, long-lasting windows that you can trust.

Planning a custom kitchen with standard cabinets? After you know the standard sizes, it’s not as hard as you may think to pick the most-fitting ones. This guide will help.

Prevent erosion and beautify your landscape by building a garden that diverts rain into a biodiverse oasis, rather than down a storm drain.

Can you care for canna lilies in climates where their tropical leaves and flowers aren’t hardy? Yes, you canna!

A French-door refrigerator keeps perishables fresh, easy to access, and at eye level.

Remove the harmful contaminants floating in your home’s water supply with a high-performance water filter.

Perk up a drab yard with leafy, four-season greenery. Whether you envision colorful flowers or a verdant privacy hedge, these evergreen shrubs are stunning choices.

Fast, easy, and mess-free, the best spin mops have a place in your cleaning arsenal, especially if you have hard floors in your home.

The possible uses for Magic Erasers abound. How many new ways will you find to put these special sponges to work in your home?

If you’re willing to put in the work, you can save money by installing a chain link fence on your own.

Understand what these air filtration products can do to improve air quality, and how to choose the right one for your home.

Serve up a fresher cup of Joe tomorrow morning! Learn three easy methods for cleaning a coffee maker, inside and out.

Assassin bugs kill squash bugs, aphids, tomato hornworms, and other insects that decimate your flowers and veggies. But can they hurt you?

A fresh coat of paint is one of the best ways to transform a room. This project is easy when you have the best painting tools for the job.

Learn more about what level of radon gas is considered safe in a home, how to test for radon gas, and what steps you can take to lower radon levels.