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Discover when to use a miter saw and when a circular saw is the better option, and find out the key differences between these tools.

When it’s time to freshen up the look of your home’s exterior, it can be tempting to take on the job yourself. Before you put on your DIY hat, however, consider hiring a professional for exterior house painting.

Small cosmetic changes are easy enough for everyday DIYers to complete. Risky, more complicated jobs, however, are better left to the professionals. When it comes down to DIY home improvement, you may want to think twice.

Learn to identify the differences between poison ivy and poison oak to keep safe while enjoying the outdoors.

If your gas grill won’t light, it’s likely the outage can be attributed to one of these 9 problems.

Fish smells in your house aren’t always caused by old garbage or dead animals in crawl spaces. Bigger issues, like mold or faulty wiring, may be at play and need immediate attention.

A deck waterproofing project can keep your deck in great shape all year.

Does vinegar kill mold? Good news! Safely remove unsightly and unhealthy mold from your home with an item you may already have in your pantry: vinegar. Exercise caution, and know when to hire a professional to take care of it for you.

Black mold is not only unpleasant to look at, but it can also be a health hazard for homeowners. Learn more about what black mold looks like and how to remove black mold.

If you need electrical work done on your property, here’s a guide to help you hire the best electrician near you.

Whether you need emergency plumbing services or a professional for a bathroom remodel, here’s how to find the best plumber near you.

Attract feathered friends to your yard with one of these fun and quirky avian homes.

Learn how to distill water for plants, humidifiers, medical requirements, cosmetics, drinking, and other needs.

Get organized without shelling out hundreds of dollars at these retailers.

Attaching anything to a concrete surface requires special hardware. Read on to nail down the best concrete anchors for any application.

Habitat for Humanity is known for making homeownership a reality. With 3D-printing technology, it's making homeownership even more affordable.

Before painting the ceiling and walls of any room, repair the gashes, dents, and holes with one of these top spackles.

Nature is pretty self-sufficient when you let it do its thing. Allowing your outdoor space to be less tidy (and more attractive to woodland creatures) means less lawn maintenance for you, and more time enjoying your backyard's natural ecosystem.

Many towns designate certain days for curbside cleanup (aka bulk trash pickup), when residents can rid themselves of heavy, awkward, or unwieldy items. Here’s what to know before you participate.

Bring luck and prosperity to your home by selecting the right soil for your jade plant.