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Master the art of induction cooktop maintenance in four easy steps.

You can’t beat a hot, bubbly spa bath for soothing sore muscles—or setting a romantic mood. Before your next hot tub sesh, soak up some fun facts and surprising history of the storied Jacuzzi.

Even the most conscientious DIYer is bound to strip the occasional screw. The next time you’re faced with removing a screw with a stripped head, try one of these tried-and-true methods.

Lowe’s has a great selection of gifts for almost anyone on your shopping list, from home and kitchen essentials to outdoor fun and must-have tools.

Hydro-jetting is a noninvasive solution for clearing out stubborn clogs in plumbing and sewer lines. This high-pressure cleaning method costs between $350 and $600, though the average hydro-jetting cost is $475.

A utility-shelf staple for squeaky hinges and rust prevention, WD-40 is handy in ways you’ve never imagined. Learn why you'll want to spray it on windows, interior walls, patio furniture, and other around-the-house areas.

One of the best ways a homeowner can protect their home and family is with an electrical inspection. Electrical inspection cost ranges from $100 to $400, with many homeowners spending $155 on average.

A Colonial invention that has timeless functionality for modern homes, find out how a keeping room might enhance your family life.

Whether you’re purchasing a new hot tub or just need to dispose of an old model that’s seen better days, here are your options.

Closets by Design has long been a household name for customized closet solutions and in-home design consultations. Typically, custom-designed closets cost between $150 and $400 per linear foot.

Hot tub costs can range from $2,000 to $11,000. The national average for an installed hot tub is $6,000, but the final cost depends on many factors.

When it gets cold, a furnace can heat air inside a home. Whether a furnace is old and inefficient or no longer working, replacing it can cost anywhere from $2,818 to $6,822, with a national average currently at $4,743.

Learn about recent regulatory changes that affect everyday household items and find out about sustainable alternatives for a healthier, greener lifestyle.

Many plants can flourish indoors. That is, unless you put them in the wrong spot.

Breathe new life into an old and hardened bottle of glue with these tips.

It cleans and degreases, repels pests, and can even save you the cost of a plumber's visit: These surprising uses for dish soap will convince you to keep a few extra bottles in the bathroom, garage, garden—and your first aid kit.

Here are the top products Bob Vila readers bought to kick off the new year.

A professional radon inspection can determine whether a home has elevated levels of harmful radon gas. Radon inspection costs from $146 to $716, with many homeowners spending $420 on average.

Investing in one of these tools guarantees quality and durability, and will often save you money too.

Have you broken a flower pot, or need to repair your shoe? Our adhesive experts explain which types of glue are best for fixing wood, glass, tile, and other materials—and which ones you should always have on hand.