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Do those cracks mean that your sidewalk's a goner, or can you fix them up in a weekend? Take out the guesswork by reviewing these indications that your concrete walkway may need to be replaced.

Can't remember your last HVAC tune-up? Mark your calendars now, and read on for why skipping this piece of routine maintenance is risky business.

Stop! Put down the hammer. Before taking your basement-finishing project any further, consider that its comfort, efficiency, and longevity all depend on a suitable subfloor. Read on to learn why that's true, and why more and more homeowners are choosing AmDry, a one-of-a-kind solution from industry leader Amvic Building System.

PEX revolutionized plumbing in more ways than one, including making it easier for pros and DIYers alike. Still, if you're new to PEX tubing, there's one tricky aspect to navigate at the outset—that is, choosing a method of connecting one tube to another, and arming yourself with the tools required for your chosen installation technique. Read on for all the details!

Say goodbye to flaking, peeling paint and hello to a fresh, like-new fence when you follow these three steps for a professional-grade makeover.

If you're stuck with a chain-link fence, you can DIY your way to better backyard privacy in a day. Here's what you'll need to upgrade your space—and create a peaceful hangout spot for friends and family.

Cleaning floors doesn't have to be a tedious chore. Once we hook you up with the right DIY solution for your flooring type, the rest will be easy.

What's cooler than having an apple tree in your backyard? Building your own DIY apple press, naturally.

This DIY table comes together with a custom wood base and concrete top.

Find out what items are better off left on the counter than in the fridge.

Nature’s supreme source of sour is capable of far more than adding a delightful tartness to your favorite foods. Slice up a few lemons and give these practical household solutions a go.

Keep your cuts neat and your lines straight with a handy carpenter pencil designed for the workshop.

First-time home ownership ushers in an era of new responsibilities. Here’s how to make wise decisions and avoid common structural, financial, and legal mistakes.

It’s a law of nature and of home-owning: whatever can go wrong, eventually will. With a bit of preparedness and forethought, though, damage from household mishaps needn’t be disastrous. Here are 10 crises that commonly arise, and a few thoughts on how to handle them.

Has an “oops” moment with a can of gasoline left you—and your garage floor, car interior, or clothes—fuming? Banish the odor with one or more of these fast-acting fixes!

Buff out blemishes from clear plastic surfaces with these tried-and-true methods.

One out-of-the-shell nut is all it takes to fill in and erase light scratches on your wooden furniture or hardwood floors. Read on to learn how to try this easy trick at home!

Create wow-worthy walls with cool cover-ups you might never have considered.