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How to Build a Ramp
Building & Installing

So, You Want to… Build a Ramp

Find out what you need to know to offer easy access to folks who use a wheelchair or mobility scooter.

13 Kitchen Leftovers That are Good for Your Plants
Gardening

13 Kitchen Leftovers That are Good for Your Plants

Cut down on waste by putting kitchen scraps to good use in your garden. Here are 13 ways to give kitchen leftovers new life.

yellow leaves on houseplant
House Plants

Solved! What Your Plants’ Yellow Leaves Mean, and How to Fix Them

You can learn a lot about a plant’s health just by looking at its leaves.

biennial plants
Gardening

Solved! What are Biennial Plants?

Perennials and annuals make sense, but what’s the deal with biennial plants?

when to prune roses
Gardening

Solved! When to Prune Roses

Keeping roses properly pruned will help them look their best year after year. No matter the variety you have—shrubs or climbers—these pruning tips will help you keep your roses in top shape.

french drain cleaning
Lawn & Garden

The Dos and Don’ts of French Drain Cleaning

A French drain is a great solution for a wet basement or below-grade space. Be sure to keep yours effective and flowing with these tips on French drain cleaning.

bird hit window left mark
Wildlife

Solved! What to Do When a Bird Hits Your Window

Most homeowners have experienced the telltale thud of a bird hitting a window, but few know what to do when it happens. 

11 Ways You’re Accidentally Ruining Your Lawn
Curb Appeal

11 Ways You’re Accidentally Ruining Your Lawn

A beautiful lawn is a reflection of the care you put into it. But sometimes, a particular maintenance routine can do more harm than good. Here are 11 common care mistakes that could be transforming your lush green lawn into a brown, weed-covered mess.

10 In-Season Gardening Chores You Should Be Doing Every Week
Lawn & Garden

10 In-Season Gardening Chores You Should Be Doing Every Week

These essential tasks will keep your garden growing strong and healthy all season.

Sick Tree
Landscaping

7 Common Tree Diseases and How to Treat Them Before it’s Too Late

With the proper knowledge, it’s possible to rescue ailing trees.

Happy couple buying a couch at a home improvement store and talking to a saleswoman - business concepts
Furniture & Decor

Solved! This Is the Best Time to Buy Furniture

Get great deals on both indoor and outdoor furniture by strategically planning your purchases around a few key dates.

Gardening tools,lavender, rosmary, strawberry plants and seedlings on soil.
Lawn, Garden & Pool

The Dos and Don’ts of DIY Potting Soil

It’s easy to make your own DIY potting soil. Follow these tips to save money, avoid problems, use safe ingredients and be more sustainable.

8 Things Every Home Inspection Checklist Should Include
Buying

8 Things Every Home Inspection Checklist Should Include

Buying a new property? Get a head start on your home inspection by reviewing the typical checklist.

roof sheathing
Roofing

What All Homeowners Should Know About Roof Sheathing

The sheathing on older homes may have been attached with nails that are too small or the sheathing may simply need shoring up due to routine wear and tear. Learn how to weather any storm by strengthening the roof sheathing in your home.

How to Build a Faux Fireplace
Fireplaces & Chimneys

How To: Build a Faux Fireplace

Just the addition of a faux fireplace—no flame required—can make a space cozier.

The Best Toilet Flapper Options
Bath Fixtures & Fittings

The Best Toilet Flapper Replacements for Running Toilets

Stop jiggling the handle and replace that worn-out toilet flapper.

A bird sitting on the bird buddy smart feeder
Wildlife

This Techie Bird Feeder is the Backyard Addition You Never Knew You Needed

Birding in the backyard is about to get a major upgrade.

carpenter bee vs bumblebee
Garden Pests

What’s the Difference? Carpenter Bee vs. Bumblebee

The beneficial pollinators look similar, but there are important differences between carpenter bees and bumblebees. Here’s what you should know about these two types of bees.

How to Stack Firewood
Fireplaces & Chimneys

How To: Stack Firewood

Proper stacking is paramount when it comes to storing firewood.

Bob Vila’s 75 Best Tips for Homeowners
DIY

Bob Vila’s 75 Best Tips for Homeowners

Whether you’re looking to learn about lawn care or tool maintenance, DIY fixes or safety reminders, we know a guy who knows a few things about home care and repair. Here are some of our favorite tips, tricks, and nuggets of advice from the man himself.