What To Know About Soil Testing
Soil testing tells a story. It reveals a lot about the health of your soil and what's in it. Or,...
Best Home Gym Paint Colors for 2024
Home gyms are hotter than ever for ripping reps to mastering meditation. Here are our best paint color picks for...
The 10 Best Vacuum Cleaners for Every Kind of Floor and Mess
Whether you're making a brand-new purchase or upgrading an old model, the best vacuum cleaner keeps your entire home tidy.
16 Hydrogen Peroxide Uses You Never Knew About
Keep a bottle of hydrogen peroxide in every room of your house to whiten teeth, clean mirrors, prevent stains and...
New Homeowner’s Guide to Pruning Your Garden
Spring pruning is like spring cleaning: A little effort now pays big dividends when you're done. Here's what to know...
Coffin Cut-Outs and Other Urban Legends You Probably Believe
Have you heard the one about the staircase built specifically to trip up burglars? Let's bust six myths about the...
How to Make Solar-Powered House Numbers
Your dinner guests will never miss your house again once you install these solar-powered house numbers.
How to Stop Mole Crickets From Damaging Your Lawn
Mole crickets are one of the most destructive turf grass pests in the southeastern U.S. Here's how to send them...
New Homeowner’s Guide
From making an offer on your dream home to navigating your first year of DIY home repairs, the experts at...
The Most Essential Products for New Homeowners
From cleaning supplies to tools, here's a list of everything you'll need for your new home.
Best Off-Grid Water System Options for Your Cabin
Interested in an off-grid cabin, but not sure how to tackle the water problem? These are your options for water...
What to Do After You Close on a Home
After you close on your home, there are a number of home security, utility, inspection and cleaning considerations to tackle....
14 Expenses New Homeowners Waste Money On
It's easy for new homeowners to spend money on things they shouldn't. Make sure you steer clear of these unnecessary...
How To Install a Hard Wired Smoke Detector
Follow these steps for easy and safe installation.
What Are the Most Common Home Insurance Claims?
Break-ins and theft account for six percent of insurance claims for Travelers Insurance. Find out the most common homeowners insurance...
How to Fix a Doorbell
Finding the culprit takes some detective work.
Best Household Cleaning Supplies and Products
Use these products and make household cleaning chores less of a chore.
A First-Time Buyer’s Guide to Home Maintenance
Take care of these tasks to avoid major home hassles, inefficiencies or unsightliness down the road.
Should You Buy or Rent a Garden Tiller?
Tillers are tremendously useful tools for home gardeners. But tilling is not an everyday task. So is it better to...
How to Re-key a Door Lock
Change your locks yourself by removing the lock cylinder and changing the pins.
How to Set Up a DIY Home Alarm System
Install a reliable security system in just one day. DIY home security systems will help to protect your home and...
How to Upgrade and Replace Lightbulbs
Replacing outdated lightbulbs in your new home can create the atmosphere you want and lower your electric bill. Here are...
When is the Best Time to Start Growing a Garden?
Planting vegetables in spring is a delicate business. Here, experts explain how to know when to start a garden.
4 Ways to Get Internet at Your Off-Grid Cabin
Like the idea of living off the grid, but don't want to give up the internet? Learn about the options...
Risks of Skipping a Home Inspection
Thinking of skipping a home inspection? You may have a better chance of sealing the deal, but there are significant...
How to Paint Concrete Floors
Transform your concrete basement or garage floor with a fresh coat of paint.
What to Do if Your Catalytic Converter Is Stolen
Catalytic converters are an increasingly popular target for thieves looking to make a quick chunk of change. Here's what you...
How to Get Rid of Stink Bugs in Your Garden
Stink bugs not only stink but are also tough to kill in your garden and your house. We talked to...
Why Are White Caterpillars So Bad For Your Garden?
Tiny holes in your cabbage leaves were likely made by cabbage white caterpillars. Here's how to get rid of them...