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    Flash Flood Safety: What To Do When the Water Starts Risin

    Flash floods are dangerous and can hit out of nowhere. Are you prepared for a flash flood?


    Winterize Your Irrigation System With This Handy $15 Device

    Winterizing your irrigation system each fall can set you back some serious money if you pay a service to...


    4 Best Cat Fences for Your Home

    If you're thinking about buying a cat fence, consider one of these options.


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    Pergola vs. Gazebo: What’s the Difference?

    Pergola versus gazebo—both add charm to your space, just in different ways


    Best Places to Find Moving Boxes for Cheap (or Free)

    Need some moving boxes? Here are some places you can get them for little or no money at all.


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    How to Get the Pet Urine Smell Out of the Carpet

    We love our furry friends but not the messes they make. Here's how to get rid of stains and odors...


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    How To Protect Your Home From Lightning Strikes

    Installing preventative measures that provide lightning protection will save you money in the long run.


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    These Tricks Will Save You When Your Key Fob Dies

    Don't panic if your key fob dies and you don't have a replacement battery. These little-known methods will get you...

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    Mite Bites: What To Know

    Break out the magnifying glass to get a better look at the microscopic mite, a parasitic organism that can make...


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    Everything You Should Know About Ant Bites

    Ant bites and stings are more common than you think. Learn which ants are relatively harmless and which you should...


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    How to Budget Landscaping Costs for a New Home

    It's easy to underestimate landscaping costs for your new home or cabin. It's a major expense that requires a well-planned,...


    What Is Wind Buffeting and How to Stop It

    You know that helicopter sound that happens when you’re on the freeway with a window down? It’s called wind buffeting...


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    How to Get Started With Solar Energy Panels in 2024

    From initial cost to maintenance concerns, here's a primer on solar panels to help you decide if they're right for...


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    9 Brilliant Ways to Use Vinegar in Laundry

    You probably have a gallon of white vinegar on your shelf, so here's how to put it to work and...


    6 Best Dog Gates for the Outdoors

    Before you buy an outdoor gate for your dog, read this!


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    New Homeowner’s Guide To Solar Power

    Is solar technology a good fit for the 21st century homeowner? Here's an overview of traditional and DIY solar options.


    7 Best Compost Bins

    These quality products make home composting easier than ever.

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    The Best Laptops for College Students of 2024

    The wrong laptop can be detrimental to online quizzes, assignments and classes. These choices are well-suited for a college student’s...


    14 IKEA Add-Ons You’ve Never Heard Of

    Everyone loves IKEA for their streamlined design, price point and functionality—but it can be difficult to customize these pieces in...


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    50 Cleaning Tips and Tricks to Make Your Home Shine

    Tackle the messes around your house with these simple, time-saving cleaning tips to make your rooms shine.



    The 25 Craziest Cleaning Tips That Work

    These crazy cleaning tips won't seem so crazy after you try them.


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    23 Home Improvements You Should Never Pay For

    These are easier to do yourself than to hire out.

    49 Extremely Remote Castles

    If you've ever felt like getting away for a while we've got a list of places where you'll feel like...


    The 50 Biggest Regrets First-Time Home Buyers Have

    It's easy to overlook some of these small yet very important things when you're excited about buying a house—but you'll...


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    100 Uncommon Uses for Common Household Items

    Brace yourself for several aha! moments. These unique uses for everyday items are downright genius.


    20 Things No One Tells You About Owning a Home

    Now that you've got a house, the responsibility of maintaining it kicks in.


    17 Home Storage Solutions You’ll Thank Us For Later

    These space-saving, clutter-busting home storage projects will inspire you to organize every space in your home. Trust us, you'll thank...


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    Safe Lawn Weed Control Around Lakes and Rivers

    Balance a beautiful lawn and yard with clean water best practices by following this advice from pros in the know.