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Exterior

How to Protect Your Outdoor Security Cameras During Stormy Weather, According to Experts

Don’t let down your guard during a storm. Follow these important tips to protect your outdoor security cameras from the elements.

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Lawn, Garden & Pool

The Best Backpack Leaf Blowers to Keep Your Yard Looking Pristine, Tested

Put down your rake and pick up one of these powerful landscape helpers. A backpack leaf blower will make quick work of messy yard debris.

The Best Rakes for Pine Needles Options
Reviews

Keep Your Yard Tidy With The Best Rakes for Pine Needles

This type of specialized rake features tines that are designed to collect fine needles that would pass through the head of a lead rake.

How to Use a Multimeter
Tools

How to Use a Multimeter

No more scratching your head at malfunctioning appliances. With this guide, you'll learn the ins and outs of troubleshooting your home and household electronics using one of your toolkit's handiest instruments.

Fly perched on the edge of a drinking glass.
Pests

How to Get Rid of Flies in the House

More than merely pesky, houseflies can transmit disease. Use these simple tactics to banish the bugs and keep them out for good.

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Clothing & Gear

Vermont Gloves Review: Handcrafted Work Gloves that Set a High Standard

A small Vermont company has been making work gloves by hand for over a century—and they’re the best work gloves we’ve ever tested.

Pest Control Cost
Interior

How Much Does Pest Control Cost?

Pest infestations can do a lot of damage to the home. At a price of $200 to $600, pest control cost may be a worthwhile investment.

Signs of Carpenter Ants In The House
Pests

Don’t Ever Ignore These 6 Signs of Carpenter Ants in the House—Here’s Why

Signs of carpenter ants in the house can easily go unnoticed until it's too late—but if you suspect an infestation, it's best to get professional help right away. Your very home may be at stake.

Ants In Bathroom
Interior

Solved! Why Are There Ants in My Bathroom, and How Do I Get Rid of Them?

Ants in a bathroom can be an unsettling discovery for any homeowner or renter. Here’s what may be causing the infestation and when to call in a professional pest control service.

Bugs That Look Like Cockroaches
Pests

Solved! What Are These Bugs That Look Like Cockroaches in My Home?

There are plenty of bugs that look like roaches, but the following guide can help you narrow down which specific insect you’ve found and the best way to get rid of them—for good.

How to Get Rid of No-See-Ums
Lawn & Garden

How to Get Rid of No-See-Ums for Good in Just 8 Steps

No-see-ums are an irritating nuisance both indoors and out. But how does one deal with a barely visible pest? Here’s how to get rid of no- see-ums.

A mouse peeks out of a hole in a blue wall.
Pests

How to Get Rid of Mice for Good in 16 Steps

Scuttling in the walls keeping you up at night? Here are tips for getting rid of mice—without resorting to cruelty.

Early Signs of Bed Bugs
Interior

Solved! 6 Early Signs of Bed Bugs to Never Ignore

It’s never too soon to start treating a bed bug infestation. Knowing the early signs to look for can help you protect your home and family before the problem escalates.

The Best Outdoor Storage Bench Options
Furniture & Decor

The Best Outdoor Storage Benches for Multipurpose Seating

With comfortable seating and lots of space to store accessories, these outdoor storage benches are a useful addition to your patio, deck, or garden.

How to Get Rid of Hornets
Lawn & Garden

How To Get Rid of Hornets Safely and Effectively

While they aren’t as aggressive as some other stinging insects, hornets are still the bane of many a warm-weather picnic or barbecue. These steps will help homeowners remove these unwanted guests.

A close-up of a yellow jacket.
Exterior

How to Get Rid of Yellow Jackets for Good in 7 Simple Steps

Has your property been invaded by winged pests? It’s time to learn how to get rid of yellow jackets once and for all.

What to Do When You Hear Mice in the Walls
Pest Control

Here’s What to Do About Mice in the Walls

Heard scratching and skittering coming from the walls or ceiling? Evict any mice in the walls by following these key strategies.

long skinny black bug in house
Interior

Solved! What Are the Long, Skinny Black Bugs in My House?

Does the appearance of a long, skinny black bug in the house have you stumped? Learn about the most common offenders and what to do about them.

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Gardening

5 Smart Ways to Get Free Seeds for Your Home Garden

Plus, five more ways to fill next year's beds for zero dollars.

Small black bugs crawl along a baseboard and wall in a home.
Pests

9 Insects That May Be Those Little Black Bugs in The Kitchen—And How To Get Rid of Them

The little black bugs in your kitchen could be a number of different insects, and the guide below can help narrow down the list and identify how to get rid of them.