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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.

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.

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

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.

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

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?

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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