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Landscape designer Stephanie Hubbard picks the proper plants for Billerica's tough New England climate.

With the right fastener, you can hang anything on your walls. Find out the best fasteners to use for different walls and projects.

Lawn man Robert Sparkes gives you the low down on the newest way to grow grass.

Interior design experts help the Silvas tackle the daunting "blank sheet" challenge of replacing all they lost in the fire

Landscape contractor Roger Cook explains how to build a wall that will stand up to almost anything thrown at it.

Learn more about window technology that claims to combine the best of both wood and vinyl.

Our guide walks you through your options for refinishing hardwood floors, including how to screen and sand.

The right blinds, shades or shutters will provide privacy, control light and spiff up a room.

Discover inspiring screening room ideas and expert tips for creating your ultimate indoor-outdoor living space.

Looking to update your carpet? Read our guide for selecting the best quality carpet, including the right padding, fibers, and installation.

In Billerica, media systems expert Mitch Klein explores electronics package possibilities.

Learn how to use a caulk gun, which type of caulk to use for different projects, and the best tools to assist application and removal.

Designing a detached garage can be a challenge.

These easy fixes will help you silence squeaky hardwood and carpeted floors.

One of the Billerica project's winners is a synthetic slate roof shingle. It looks real but is lighter, easier to install and less expensive.

A new generation of fiber-cement shingles and siding is changing our idea of home.

Read up on the basics of homeowners insurance to find out whether you have the coverage you need before you need it.

Tom Silva explains how good building practices not only make your house's structure sound but help everything last longer and work better.

Dr. Geoffrey Brown determines the extent of the soil contamination around the Billerica house and gives tips on how leaks can be prevented.

Learn the steps to fix water-damaged siding. Discover how to identify issues, replace boards, and prevent future damage.

Linoleum makes a comeback and proves its not what you think. This article explains everything you need to know about linoleum floors.

Keep your family safe with these safety tips for escaping a fire.

The show kicked off its 20th anniversary with the renovation of a sprawling 1886 Queen Anne-style Victorian in the Boston suburb of Watertown, Massachusetts.

Replacing snaggletoothed spindles restores a staircase's dignity.

From knowing how to prep to finding the best paint for cabinets, here’s some helpful advice on bringing your kitchen back to life without breaking your budget.