Care & Repair
Answers to your lingering questions, helpful how-tos, and tips on how to maintain all areas around your home.
The Latest in Care & Repair
How to Fix Bad Gas in Your Lawn Mower
Old gas can keep your mower from starting or running right—but it’s usually easy to fix.
Protect Yourself Against These Air Duct Cleaning Scams
Be aware of predatory practices.
Filtrete's New Air Filter Costs Less, Wastes Less
This is the kind of air filter we like to see.
How to Treat Your Lawn for Grubs, Including Japanese Beetle Larvae
Learn more about natural and chemical solutions.
What Is a Green Roof System and How Does It Work?
A green roof can lower energy consumption, manage rainwater, and make your home feel more peaceful. Is it right for you? Only a pro can confirm.
How to Measure Your Home’s Water Pressure
Learn how to rule out major plumbing issues.
How to Clean and Organize Your Bathroom Medicine Cabinet
It’s a chore you should focus on at least one time each year.
Five Tips to Help You Avoid Backyard Ticks
Expert insights on how you can manage and reduce your backyard tick population this summer.
Soffit vs. Fascia: What to Know, When to Replace
Learn about what exterior soffit board and fascia are, and what happens when they start to fail.
Choosing the Right Wood for Your Construction Project, With Tips From the Pros
Different materials serve different purposes; picking the right one makes your job easier and your build stronger.
Too Good to Be True? These Are the Most Common Garage Door Scams
Tips to help homeowners avoid garage door scammers.
How to Prevent Bad Smells in Your Refrigerator
(AKA get better at storing your leftovers.)
Is My Lawnmower Blade Upside Down?
Whoops, that's an easy mistake.
Why Decluttering Makes Your Home Safer
Cleaning up isn’t just about looks—it could protect your home.
How to Improve Garage Ventilation
Proper ventilation in your garage keeps the space safer and more comfortable without needing major upgrades.
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How to Keep Mosquitoes Away From Your Deck and Patio
Learn how a few simple changes can make your outdoor space more enjoyable this mosquito season.
This Sustainable, Weather-Resistant Siding is Rising in Popularity
ACRE by Modern Mill offers homeowners an alternative to traditional wood siding, with fire resistance and sustainability at its core.
Mosquito Season 2025: What You Can Expect This Year
Get your insect repellent ready. The experts are telling us that there could be more mosquito activity and other bugs... and a longer season. Is there anything we can do to get ahead of it?
