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Less water, little maintenance, and visual appeal—alternatives to the conventional grass lawn come with many benefits, but there’s still some upkeep involved.

Uncover the top secrets professional painters use to achieve impeccable results, including color selection, wall preparation, painting techniques, cleanup, and more.

These WiFi-connected controllers monitor local weather data to conserve water while ensuring a healthy lawn.

An estimated 3.7 million burglaries occur every year in the United States, each resulting in an average loss of more than $2,000. You can minimize your loss, should you become the victim of a break-in, by learning which household items are most likely to be stolen. You already know that burglars target valuables such as electronics, cash and jewelry, but you probably didn’t know that they are also interested in the contents of your fridge or bathroom storage unit. Click through to discover some very surprising items that burglars want to steal from you.

It’s OK to dream big when going small, and the best tiny-home builders know how to make those dreams come true. Home buyers can check out this guide on top-notch tiny-home builders across the country.

A fresh coat of stain can freshen up a discolored, faded, or worn deck. The cost to stain a deck ranges from $540 to $1,250, with many homeowners spending an average of $775.

If a home has a garage door with a broken spring or worn-out cables, it’s time for a repair. Garage door repair costs range from $150 to $356, with the national average at $253.

Say “so long” to water bugs in the pool for good by following a few key steps.

Small bathroom remodels can have a big impact, but how much do they cost? The average small bathroom remodel cost is $6,500, or between $1,500 and $15,000.

Are gardenias really difficult divas or just pretty and particular? This gardenia care guide will help you anticipate and deal with their tantrums.

It’s time to disprove once and for all some of the most commonly held misconceptions about dealing with bugs, rodents, and other unwanted critters.

Follow these sump pump maintenance tips to ensure your unit is ready and working properly to move water away from your basement.

Leaving your house sitter with the key information they’ll need will make their job easier, and keep your stress to a minimum when you’re away from home.

Eliminate your wasp problem by luring those winged invaders into one of these top traps.

The typical cost to install pullout shelves in kitchen cabinets ranges from $140 to $350—a small investment to make for the convenience and functionality they provide when homeowners are enhancing their kitchen.

Can one grill really sear, roast, smoke, and bake? Yes, and the results are tasty.

Is your washing machine due for a deep cleaning? Affresh Washing Machine Cleaner can help get your washing machine spotless and smelling fresh.

A shower niche keeps your shampoos and soaps off the floor and right at hand where you need them. Best of all, you can install them yourself.

With a few simple, "Why didn't I think of that?" projects, you can turn your kitchen into an oasis of order where everything is at your fingertips.

Make your canvas artwork look brand new with this step-by-step cleaning technique.