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    How to Get Rid of Snakes

    Does the thought of a snake slithering around your home send shivers down your spine? Then check out our top...


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    These Plants Will Keep Bugs Out of Your Garden

    Not everyone is comfortable spraying or sprinkling pest repellents in their yard. If you're in this camp, try these plants...


    What to Do When Your Engine Is Knocking

    Take action to stop engine knocking before your engine becomes seriously damaged.


    What Is a Brake Caliper (And How To Tell if Mine is Bad)?

    Disc brake calipers are crucial components within modern disc brake systems and are critical to safely and effectively slowing and...


    How to Fix a Seized Engine

    Sitting idle can cause an engine to seize. Learn how to free it and get your vehicle running again.


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    4 Household Products That Kill Coronavirus, According to Consumer Reports

    Is your store out of cleaning products? Don't worry, you might already have everything you need at home.


    96 Household Vinegar Uses You Never Knew About

    With so many different uses around the house, this trusted item—in its white vinegar as well as its apple cider...


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    105 Easy DIY Car Repairs You Don’t Need to Go To The Shop For

    Vehicle repairs and maintenance tasks don't always have to be done in the shop. You can easily do these...

    Here’s Why Clorox Is So Good at Killing Germs

    Hint: It has to do with the smell, too.


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    How To Attract Owls for Rodent Control in Your Yard

    Owls are not only fascinating creatures, they can be one of your best friends when it comes to eliminating an...


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    Google Nest Thermostats: Learning vs. Thermostat E

    Trying to figure out which smart thermostat is right for you? This Google Nest Thermostat review outlines the differences in...


    What to Know About Hand Sanitizer

    Keep your family clean and healthy on the go and learn more about using hand sanitizers — what types to...


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    10 Ways to Insulate Your Home Without Opening Up Walls

    Don't live in an under-insulted home just because you don't want to destroy your walls.


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    10 Things Menards Employees Won’t Tell You

    Menards is famous for their low prices, but there are tricks to make the most of your trips. Here are...


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    10 Best Websites for Selling Your Unwanted Stuff

    The best way to sell your stuff on the internet.


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    How to Test Your Internet Speed (and Why It’s Important)

    Nothing slows down your life like slow internet. Learn how to test internet speeds in your home here.


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    8 Ideas for Painting a Boy’s Bedroom

    Traditional to modern, action-packed to Zen. Check out these 10 boy's bedroom paint ideas and choose the one that best...

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    10 Vehicles That Maintain Their Value Over Time

    The average new vehicle will lose 50 percent of its value after five years. If you're planning to buy or...


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    10 Tricks Sellers Use to Pass Home Inspections

    Here's how to outsmart sellers who use sneaky tricks to pass home inspections.


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    How to Identify and Get Rid of House Centipedes

    Fast and agile, the "hundred-legged" centipede is a beneficial and terrifying household pest.


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    10 Super-Cool Ideas for Painting a Girl’s Bedroom

    Color, pattern, details and more. Check out these easy girl's room paint ideas to make your child's room as unique...


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    Two Ways to Clean Shoelaces

    Are your shoelaces looking a little worse for wear? If so, learn how to clean shoelaces to get them looking...


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    How to Install a Nest Thermostat

    We can help you install this popular smart thermostat.

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    Does Vinegar Kill Mold? What to Know

    Learn why white vinegar removes mold better than bleach.


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    Are Remote Car Starters Bad for Your Vehicle?

    Are remote starters a harmless convenience, or are they an unnecessary gimmick doing real damage to your vehicle?


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    How to Clean a Humidifier

    Here's our expert guide for how to clean your humidifier, the common household cleaning supplies to do so and why...


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    How to Clean Tile Grout With Household Cleaning Products

    You don't have to buy anything fancy or expensive to get your grout clean.


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    10 Most Common Causes of Bad Smells at Home

    If you notice bad smells in your house, you'll have to sniff out the source in order to get rid...


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    Here’s How Far You Can Actually Drive on Empty

    How far can you actually drive on those last few gallons of gas?