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Does your chainsaw need new parts, but you have no idea how long a chainsaw bar or chain your tool requires? Here's how to measure them.

A viral TikTok video shows how a couple transformed a shed into a beautiful home. We did the research and reached out to an expert to see just how much a project like that costs.

Affordable, relatively easy to install, and able to reduce hot-water costs substantially, an electric tankless water heater provides numerous benefits. This in-depth guide can help shoppers find the best one.

No matter what you consider “small,” this list has you covered.

Pick up an effective mole repellent to prevent these pests from spreading their tunnels under your yard and wrecking the lawn.

Enjoy fresh air and cool breezes while keeping insects out with the best magnetic screen door for your home, lifestyle, and budget.

I never expected this dovetail jig to be the missing piece between me and my next woodworking project.

We tested lawn and garden sprinklers, and our findings can help you keep the greenest grass on your side of the fence.

Some invasive plants can spread quickly and threaten your landscape. Learn how to keep them under control.

Protect your eyes from flying debris while reducing glare, fog, and UV damage with the right safety glasses for the job. We tested various top picks to find the absolute best.

While today’s quality is a far cry from the peel-and-stick vinyl of yesteryear, installing vinyl plank flooring is just as simple. Here’s how to get the job done.

For those who’ve always wanted to build their own tiny home or garden room, the prospect may now be more realistic than ever! Find the perfect kit that suits your style, your property, and your budget.

What causes mold to build in your home's HVAC ducts, and how is it most easily

Prolific woodworkers may scoff at these compact models, but this one found a welcome home in my little workshop.

Make quick work of those tree stumps in your yard with a quality stump grinder. After researching various products, these are our six favorite models.

Today’s garden hoses are made from innovative new materials, but how well do they perform in real-life watering situations? Find out which top hoses on the market survived our hands-on testing.

Instead of reaching for a chemical herbicide, some gardeners opt for this cupboard staple to destroy weeds in their garden. Is using salt to kill weeds a good idea?

Ace Hardware is making yard work easier this spring–grab a free bonus battery with a qualified purchase.

Experts share their tips for keeping your bedroom sleek and clutter-free, from lighting to storage to color choices.

Think a post-storm lawn trim is no big deal? Often, it can do more harm than good.