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Think you know what it takes to keep your home safe and secure? Then test your knowledge with this comprehensive home security quiz.

An oscillating tool can be invaluable for making precision cuts through wood, metal, and drywall or grinding out grout—but only when fitted with the right blade.

Canada geese can be aggressive and disruptive, and leave messes in their wake. You can't remove the protected birds, but there's a lot you can do to keep them from settling on your property.

Get your floors squeaky clean with the right mop for the job.

No matter what you do, you can't get that less-than-fresh odor out of your basement. Here's what causes it, and a few solutions that will solve the problem.

Need a boost for overhead projects? We tested the best step ladders on the market today. Find out which ones offer sturdiness, quality, and ease of use.

Reach the top shelf with a lift from one of these sturdy, safe, and dependable step stools.

Keep your power tool sharp and make easier (and safer) cuts using these workshop essentials.

Don’t get caught off guard. Try these strategies to keep your heating bills manageable.

Elevate the visual appeal of your home with these streamlined design ideas.

This is one of the best tool deals I’ve seen all year. Buy a pro-grade DeWalt tool and automatically score a high-capacity 5Ah battery for absolutely free. You need to act now.

Experts share the most common ways insects and rodents make their way inside, such as foundation cracks, gaps under the garage door, vents, and ducts.

Add an attractive protective finish to the wood surfaces around your home with these top exterior wood stains.

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Add accent lighting, TV backlighting, or custom room lighting by learning how to install LED light strips in your home.

If squirrels are wreaking havoc on your home or property, one of these top traps can take care of the problem.

These convenient lighting devices brighten up wherever you look and keep your hands free while you work.

Improve your home’s curb appeal with a luscious and resilient Bermuda grass lawn.

The punch list might be long, but the bill doesn’t have to be. See how one DIY editor is stretching the dollar on home improvements this season.

Deep-clean your home quickly with the best carpet cleaners for floors besieged by dirt, stains, pet hair, and odors.