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Dead and diseased trees are not only a hazard that could crash through your roof—they also steal water and light from the rest of your yard

Learn how to remove the most common types of carpet stains such as coffee stains with products you already have around your house.

Ready your home for fall with these tips on insulation, draft sealing, and gutter cleaning to create a warm, efficient, and protected space.

Sharpen your blades before you retire your mower this year, and save yourself some work come spring

A little maintenance before winter goes a long way to keep your lawnmower ready for the spring. Learn how to get it done, step by step.

Put an end to soggy soap with proper soap dish placement. This easy DIY project can be completed with a few simple tools and materials.

TOH readers Jack and Andrea Campbell saved on their remodel by buying a complete floor model from a showroom

Shoveling can be backbreaking labor. To avoid undue injury to yourself or the shovel, follow these helpful guidelines for digging.

In this guide, we walk you through the pros and cons of each driveway surface, from concrete, to crushed stone, to asphalt, to brick.

In this guide, you'll learn to properly square joists for your deck, from basic techniques and essential tools to troubleshooting.

Learn how to place piers for a sturdy deck. This guide covers layout, spacing, digging, and setting piers for your deck foundation.

Create ideal growing conditions and easy-on-the-back gardening

Have a piece of furniture that you love, but it's chipped or out of style? Learn how to strip its paint and give it new life.

See how one homeowner transformed her tiny backyard into a lush oasis for outdoor living.

Knowing how long your home's systems and appliances last can help you plan and budget for repairs or replacements. Read about the average lifespans of heating systems, outdoor siding, and much more.

You'd be amazed at some of the wacky house-related ordinances still on the books around the country

Tips for using online resources to get the best contractors for your projects

See 16 bizarre discoveries uncovered by the home inspectors of the ASHI Reporter

Get your media center organized with a custom-built storage unit

We show you 18 different post-mount mailbox designs to help you choose an upgrade that complements your home’s style.

Learn how to transform your home's front entrance with budget-conscious improvements that can boost curb appeal and property value.

If you're looking to give your modern home a vintage, historical aesthetic, we have you covered with these helpful tips and tricks.

The 1830s farmhouse with 1950s additions was a shoo-in for a teardown. Then a pair of old-house buffs decided to revive its antique core and build a gracious, vintage-look home around it

Transform your bath with budget-conscious improvements that'll boost your home's wow factor—and its value