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Icicles in the basement, bats in the drain, and vines up the chimney—more wacky discoveries made by house inspectors, courtesy of the ASHI Reporter

The last thing you want to be thinking about when you're standing on a ladder is falling off it. Here, six ladder safety tips for staying steady

The house had no heat or running water. But this turreted Queen Anne caught the eye of a young couple with a gutsy plan to revive it.

Food storage and prep areas are paired with modern amenities in this renovation to create a space that streamlines cooking from scratch.

Looking for the best leaf blower? Gas, electric, backpack, or cordless? The pros at TOH offer their top leaf blower reviews to help you decide which is the best for you.

For a quick and easy upgrade in a house's most popular room, nothing makes a bigger impact with less sweat and expense than replacing an outdated faucet

Vintage treasures enjoy a second life in this charming eating and prep area. Here's how to approximate the look in your home

Get a sneak peek at the new book out from TOH host Kevin O'Connor, containing hundreds of never-before-seen photos of his favorite house projects

See how painted cabinets, stylish task lighting, vintage fixtures, and clever storage ideas can upgrade your kitchen for less.

It took the sharp eyes of Tom Silva—and a crack duo of architectural-history detectives—to uncover the clues that revealed the true heritage of the TOH TV Bedford project

A rag and a bit of primer can give plain wood the whitewashed look of driftwood. Our guide breaks down the steps to achieve a pickled finish.

A bold new approach to the garage and a clever trim treatment boost character

In our guide, we'll explain how you can create a rain garden to protect your waterways and the environment.

Create homework areas for your kids that'll encourage focus and organization, while helping improve grades

Steal ideas from these amazing home office spaces and watch the good grades roll in this semester.

Read our step-by-step guide on how to build a rain garden, an eco-friendly way to handle stormwater runoff while beautifying your yard.

Learn how to use stock materials and a cabinet to build a nifty desk with storage cubbies for your home office or den.

We consulted with closet-design pros from across the country to learn the secrets to creating the ultimate storage unit, no power tools required.

If you're hosting a yard sale, plan ahead and prepare for a long day of sales. Here are some tips and tricks to keep in mind.

Learn how to install your own faux-paneled accent wall for a simple, affordable upgrade to any room in your house.

TOH TV heads to Rhode Island to restore a forlorn beach house with oceanfront views

TOH TV heads to Barrington, Rhode Island, to restore a forlorn house with oceanfront views

Need to spruce up your home, but on a budget? We've got a list of low-cost, DIY hacks to breathe new life into your spaces.

Read our guide to learn how to make and use compost tea so that you can improve the look and health of your lawn.