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From meandering hairline cracks to deep lines, here’s how to handle a crack in a basement wall and when to call a professional.

Using water to blast the mildew, pollen, and debris off a home can make it look like new—but how hard will it hit your wallet? Expect the cost to power wash a house to be around $296, with the typical range being $100 to $650.

Stop soil erosion and create visual interest in your yard with a retaining wall. Retaining wall costs range from $3,194 to $8,770, with many homeowners paying an average of $5,700.

Is screening in a porch inexpensive, and can you DIY the job? Learn what's involved in creating a bug-free zone that brings the indoors outside.

This month, save big on home improvement, mattresses, patio furniture, and more.

Handy for maintenance, repair and cleaning applications, steel wool deserves a permanent spot in your tool box. Here's why.

Hot sleepers will benefit from bedding and blankets that encourage air circulation and wick away moisture.

These stress-free, stain-busting cleaning products help lift pesky carpet stains with ease.

Keep your grill in pristine condition for years to come with one of these quality covers.

Help plants blossom, bloom, thrive, and flourish with the best gardening tools for your yard.

When it comes to hard work or large lawns, small mowers just won’t cut it. Give your property the workhorse it requires with one of the best garden tractors.

The average garden utility cart provides essential hauling services, but this model does a lot more. I tested it in my own yard, and here’s what happened.

Do you think a pool isn’t an option with a small space? Plunge pool costs range from $10,000 to $50,000, with many homeowners spending around $20,000.

Show Dad how special he is with a new tool for his workbench or toolbox.

Purchase a grill worthy of your next backyard barbecue by going with one of these top brands.

For a lush lawn that comes in quickly, plant these grass seeds sure to grow in a jiffy.

If your air conditioner isn’t working properly, there’s no need to sweat it just yet. If an AC capacitor is to blame, a quick replacement job can have it up and cranking again soon. AC capacitor replacement costs vary between $60 and $300, with the average replacement job coming in around $170.

Copper’s natural properties can help you keep your home cleaner and healthier.

You can find a plethora of gorgeous picture frames at these popular retailers.

Are your vegetable plants having personality conflicts with each other? Use our companion planting guide to determine which species get along well and which would just as soon never see each other again!