Not all guards are created equal — some can even make clogs worse if poorly installed or cheaply made — so it's important to ...
Even if you love seeing birds in your yard, there are places where you don't want them nesting. Here's how to keep them out ...
Little maintenance tasks, like sealing gaps and insulating, can keep your home warmer. Add one more maintenance task this ...
Knowing how a rain chain works is key to getting the most from this practical yet decorative alternative to a downspout. They are attached to gutters and eaves, and work by channelling rainwater into ...
Ryobi’s Home Depot exclusive lineup has plenty of hits, but some tools miss the mark. Here are the products users ...
Are newly proposed fire protection regulations for a “Zone 0” around homes too strict? Or needed to prevent destruction from ...
Let’s be honest, roofs aren’t the most glamorous part of our homes. Most of us barely think about them until, suddenly, there’s a leak to deal with or a stain slowly creeping across the ceiling. Yet, ...
For those removing docks and boats, it’s important to check for aquatic hitchhikers. Invasive plants like variable milfoil can cling to anchors, ladders, and trailers. A quick clean, drain, and dry ...
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Our existing patio was built over a sand and compacted gravel base, so we removed only the stones necessary to dig the 12-in. diameter holes to secure the posts. You’ll most likely have a different ...
While fall is not generally the busiest homebuying season, sellers can improve their chances by enhancing curb appeal.
A major heritage project has helped revitalise three buildings in the Market Place Conservation Area in Mansfield.