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A window frame with mold on it frames a window with condensation.
Interior

5 Ways Humidity Can Wreak Havoc on Your Home—And 5 Ways to Fight Back

Excess moisture could be the silent destroyer lurking in your home. Learn how to spot the signs of high humidity and put a stop to it.

A long keyhole garden bed with two concave sections is mostly full of leafy green vegetables.
Lawn & Garden

Keyhole Gardening: What You Need to Know to Get Started

Even with less-than-optimal soil, you can grow a bumper crop of healthy fruits and vegetables with this unique garden design.

Collage of grills on green background
Reviews

Save up to $300 on Traeger, Blackstone, and Weber Grills During Labor Day 2024 Sales

Some of our favorite editor-approved grill brands are on deep discount this Labor Day. Take advantage of these deals while they last!

Swimming pool at night lit with in-water blue lights and warm light fixtures surrounding a fountain.
Exterior

Pool Lighting Ideas and Tips to Illuminate Your Outdoor Space

Pools need more illumination than usual when the evening hours kick in. Add some inspired lighting for extra ambiance and safety around your pool.

A variety of Hyde Tool scrapers for different tasks
DIY

How to Choose the Right Scraper for the Job

Whether you're shopping for a tool to complete a specific project or simply stocking your toolbox, follow these pointers to pick out strong scrapers that will make short work of your next DIY job.

A view of the clouds and forest from inside the home through the skylight.
Exterior

Skylight Installation: Benefits, How-to, and Maintenance

A skylight can add ventilation and natural light to your home. But is this a project you should take on yourself?

How to Make an LED Marquee Letter
DIY

How to Make an LED Marquee Letter

Really personalize the lighting in your home when you make a lit-up marquee letter in your own monogram.

A gardener harvesting cold-hardy crops from a fall vegetable garden with companion planting.
Garden Pests

Fall Companion Planting: 7 Keys to Success, According to Experts

Choose the best plants and planting strategy to help your garden thrive as chilly weather arrives.

A person using a remote to adjust the best heat pump option mounted on a wall above a window
Reviews

The Best Heat Pumps for Cold Climates

Heat pumps are increasingly popular because of the energy-saving way they can heat or cool a home.

Our favorite leaf blowers are on sale for Labor Day
DIY

Our Favorite Leaf Blowers Are as Low as $150 in Labor Day Sales

Leaves are coming, so stock up on these outdoor tools for summer and fall lawn care while you can get them on sale.

A rustic modern kitchen.
Design

12 Rustic Kitchen Ideas That Bring Your Space Back to Basics

Rustic design is right at home practically anywhere, whether in the mountains, countryside, beach, or city.

A person wearing rubber gloves is staining a wooden fence.
Exterior

How to Stain a Fence

Staining a fence can give a drab or dingy wooden fence a fresh face and a lustrous, protective finish.

The Best Wire Stripper Options
Reviews

The Best Wire Strippers for Professional and DIY Projects, Tested 

We tested today’s best-selling wire strippers. Now, we strip back the details so buyers can choose the best one for their needs.

The Best Downspout Extension Options
Reviews

Our Tests Reveal The Best Downspout Extensions for Directing Water Away From Your Home

These simple and affordable gutter accessories are crucial for protecting your home’s foundation from water damage.

Toro Leaf Vacuum
Reviews

The Best Leaf Vacuums for Yard Cleanup, Tested

To help folks tidy up the yard without picking up a rake, we put some of the best leaf vacuums through their paces. Read our performance reviews here.

A homeowner shoveling snow away from the front door, porch, and walkway.
Interior

The Farmer’s Almanac Predicts Much Different Winter Weather This Year Compared to Last

Will the exceptionally hot summer affect winter temps and snowfall?

The Best Pump for Flooded Yard Options
Reviews

The Best Pumps for Flooded Yards and Storm Season

Water that doesn’t drain quickly isn’t just inconvenient; the damage it causes can be expensive to fix. Find out effective ways to pump away floodwater before it causes problems.

Labor Day Power Tool Deals
Reviews

Labor Day 2024 Power Tool Deals: Unbeatable Discounts on Top Brands

Check out this Labor Day deals on our favorite power tool brands.

A foundation professional inspecting a large crack in a home foundation and walls.
Exterior

Never DIY These Foundation Repairs—and Who to Call Instead

Foundation issues are a serious concern that could threaten the stability and structure of your home. Don’t hesitate to contact the professional foundation repair specialists if you spot any problems with your home’s foundation.

The best pool timers option installed next to several other pool appliances
Reviews

The Best Pool Timers to Make Pool Upkeep Easier

Save time and energy by managing your pool filter and pump with one of these top timers.