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A welder at work.
DIY

How to Become a Welder and Build Your Career in 6 Steps

From building bridges and skyscrapers to manufacturing and repairing pipelines, and even in areas like film and TV, skilled welders are in high demand. If you’ve ever wondered how to become a welder, this guide can help.

Person dips a paintbrush into a can of deck stain, with some stained and unstained boards underneath.
Exterior

How to Stain a Wood Deck

Staining a deck can make it look new again, and is a project a novice DIYer can undertake. See how easy it is to give your deck a new look this weekend!

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Interior

The Basics of Good Bathroom Design: Measurements to Know

Young woman sneezing into a tissue.
Lawn & Garden

Forget Ragweed. This Shrub Is Bringing Misery to Allergy Sufferers Throughout the Country

Marsh elder is a common allergen in the southern United States, but it may affect allergy sufferers in other areas, too.

Garden Hose Storage
Lawn & Garden

Garden Hose Storage: 16 Stylish Solutions

Looking for a way to remedy kinks and knots in your garden hose? Consider one of these 11 decorative hose management solutions.

A close up of a green iguana.
Lawn & Garden

8 Humane Methods for Keeping Iguanas Out of Your Yard

Iguanas make interesting pets in captivity, but in the wild they may be destructive and dangerous. Iguana-proofing your yard can keep you and your property safe.

Two workers repair a pool.
Exterior

Pool Repair Cost Guide: What to Know and How Much You’ll Pay

If the pool springs a leak or the pump malfunctions, then pool repair costs can range from $238 to $1,134, with a national average of $680.

Tall yellow sunflowers growing in a home garden.
Gardening

How to Grow Picture-Perfect Sunflowers at Home

Van Gogh loved to paint them. Birds love to eat their seeds. Pollinators love to visit them, and many gardeners love to grow these soaring, cheerful flowers. Here’s how to do it right.

Gardener planting lettuce seedlings in the garden.
Lawn & Garden

The 16 Easiest-to-Grow Vegetables for Novice Gardeners

Want to grow your own vegetables, but don't know how to get started? Our advice: Plant the easiest, no-fuss plants this first season.

A photo of a cute muskrat in water.
Lawn & Garden

The 7 Most Effective Muskrat Removal Methods—And When to Call a Pro

Muskrat damage is unsightly at best, and at worst, outright dangerous. Fortunately, there are ways to stop these pests in their tracks without resorting to harming them.

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Real Estate

8 Ways to Pay for Foundation Repair—And Even Reduce the Cost

Foundation issues can require expensive repairs. Knowing how to pay for foundation repair can help homeowners cover the cost without breaking the bank.

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Reviews

The 8 Best Small Chainsaws, Tested and Reviewed

For cutting firewood and maintaining a property, these small chainsaws made the cut in our real-life tests.

A collection of brown bugs.
DIY

Mystery Brown Stains on the Walls? One of These 5 Pests May Be to Blame

Brown stains on the walls can be a valuable clue toward discovering which pest is infesting your home—and some of the culprits are much worse than others.

A small section of a residential xeriscape landscape.
Lawn & Garden

Here’s Why You Should Consider Xeriscape Landscaping—and How to Do It—No Matter Where You Live

Battling drought year after year? It might be time to explore some xeriscaping ideas to protect and enhance your yard.

A close up of a power tool.
DIY

Tools and Equipment You Should Actually Rent, Not Buy (Plus, How to Get Started)

Ownership isn’t always all it’s cracked up to be—here’s when to rent vs. buy equipment, and a few essential tips for a seamless rental experience.

A glass table with a model house sitting atop, and people signing paperwork in the background.
Reviews

7 of the Best Homeowners Insurance Companies Today, Vetted

The best homeowners insurance companies offer reliability, flexibility, and multiple coverage options to appeal to a wide range of homeowners.

A collection of Sunday products.
DIY

We Asked 5 BobVila.com Editors to Try Sunday Lawn—and the Results Shocked Every Single One 

We put Sunday lawn care products to the test in New York, Florida, Minnesota, Ohio, and Colorado for three months—and the results speak for themselves.

A photo of a tornado.
Home Insurance

Tornado Alley Is Shifting East—and Homeowners May Not Be Adequately Prepared

A warming climate and extended drought in the West are creating the ideal conditions for tornadic activity in the Southeast or Midwest, essentially shifting Tornado Alley eastward. But with proper preparation, homeowners in these states have a better chance of riding out the storm safely.

Black zip ties on a pink table.
DIY

Yes, It’s Possible to Undo a Zip Tie—Here’s How

Contrary to popular belief, zip ties can be undone and reused.

A large black walnut tree with yellow leaves growing in a field.
Lawn & Garden

Why All Homeowners Should Know How to Identify Black Walnut Trees

While black walnut trees offer many benefits, they can also be problematic if not fully understood.