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how to attract bluebirds
Lawn & Garden

If you want to experience the gorgeous hues and soothing birdsong of bluebirds, follow these simple tricks.

azalea plant care 101 - how to grow azalea
Lawn & Garden

Are your azaleas looking zapped? If they are less than happy, remember their aversion to scalding sun and sweet soils.

lath and plaster ceiling
Walls & Ceilings

Plaster is not easy to repair and is pretty expensive to install, but there are good arguments to be made for opting for lath and plaster over drywall. Here's what to consider.

fall planting
Lawn & Garden

Don’t let April’s showers and May’s flowers fool you. Savvy gardeners know that planting in fall leads to big-time gardening success.

smart thermostat
Interior

The unintended strain on the power grid by smart thermostats could spell trouble if users aren’t educated on best practices.

Frost and Vegetables
Lawn & Garden

Vegetable gardening is all about the harvest, which can become a race against the calendar. When Mother Nature threatens frost, know which bounty to harvest early and what to do with it.

prepare for summer power outage
Exterior

When a hurricane, heat wave, or other weather event knocks out the electricity in your area, you'll want to be ready. Here's our best advice for what you can do before the lights go out.

8 Produce Storage Hacks for Less Waste
Interior

Stop throwing away good food. Store your produce the right way to get the most out of it with the least waste.

LAVA Soap Review
Reviews

This heavy-duty soap removes dirt, oil, paint, and some adhesives while leaving your hands soft.

70 percent rule
Real Estate

Learn how this simple calculation can help you ensure a significant profit margin when flipping a house.

The 5 Best Things to Buy in September, According to Retail Experts
Reviews

Save big at the end of the season on grills, mattresses, appliances, and more.

Are Amazon’s Denali Tools as Good as the Big Tool Brands? We Tried Them to Find Out
Reviews

I tested a handful of products from Amazon’s new Denali line of DIY tools and accessories. Find out how they fared.

how to use a lathe
DIY

Woodturning is a blast. Find out what you need to know to get started with a new lathe.

how to use a charcoal grill
DIY

Learn more about the various charcoal grill types and discover how to use a charcoal grill with this informative guide.

how to siphon gas
DIY

This handy skill can help you winterize your lawn mower or even get back on the road in a pinch.

Blacktop Driveway Cost
Exterior

A blacktop driveway offers multiple benefits, making it a popular parking surface choice for homeowners. The national average blacktop driveway cost is $4,854, which falls within a range of $3,109 to $7,082.

Install Recessed Lighting Cost
Interior

Recessed lighting offers major benefits to living spaces. But just how much do recessed ceiling lights cost? On average, the cost to install recessed lighting is $330 per light, falling within a range of $100 to $500.

hot tub on deck
Exterior

A spa can turn your deck into a year-round oasis. Can your deck withstand the weight of a hot tub? Is there enough space at your place? Here's what to consider before you take the plunge.

Wallpaper Removal Cost
Interior

Removing wallpaper can be a lengthy and difficult process, so many homeowners choose to hire a pro to remove theirs. Wallpaper removal cost averages around $786 nationally, with a range between $420 and $1,190.

Heat-Stressed Lawn
Lawn & Garden

Extreme temperatures can have negative, near-devastating effects on a lush and green lawn that’s otherwise well cared for year-round. An expert weighs in on the signs of heat stress and what homeowners can do about a heat-stressed lawn.