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How to Turn on a Sprinkler System in the Spring

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How To Find Property Lines

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S23 E6: Jenn Nawada installs a downspout extension
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How to Control Gutter Runoff

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Remembering Roger Cook, 1954-2024

S22 E22: Tom Silva and Kevin O'Connor build a bat house
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How To Build a Bat House

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The 4 Best Fire Pits (2024 Review)

Piedmont Fire Pit by Hampton Bay - The Home Depot SKU 302563838 Portable, metal, two-in-one design is ideal for outdoor heating or grilling.
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E1: Autumn Checklist for Your Home

Friends watching a movie on the video projector in their backyard movie theater.

How To Create a Backyard Movie Theater

Yard Installation

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S23 E6: Jenn Nawada installs a downspout extension
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How to Control Gutter Runoff

S22 E17: Nathan Gilbert builds a shade sail
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How to Install a Shade Sail

Yard Maintenance

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Home Maintenance Tips to Tackle This Summer

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Spring Home and Lawn Maintenance: Tips for a Beautiful Property

A cozy home prepared for cool fall weather.

Fall Yard and Home Maintenance Checklist

Yard Planning

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Types of Landscaping Rocks and How To Use Them

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How Much Does Mulch Cost?

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Planning for a Pergola: What to Know Before You Install One

Yard Tools & Materials

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Our 6 Best Leaf Vacuum Picks (2024 Guide)

Lee Gilliam using a string trimmer to clean up a walkway

All About Attachment Capable String Trimmers