Homeownership Articles
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Guide to Buying and Installing a Sprinkler System
An underground irrigation system delivers water to your landscaping at the right time, and in just the right amount, so you don’t water too much or too little. It’s relatively easy to install and makes a good DIY project.
7 Smart Strategies for Kitchen Remodeling
Homeowners spend more money on kitchen remodeling than on any other home improvement project. And with good reason: Kitchens are the hub of home life and a source of pride.
Insulation Types and Tips
We know that insulating your home isn’t the sexiest home project. But if you’re planning a remodel that includes opening up walls, ceilings, and floors, it’s a great time to upgrade your insulation to get energy savings of up to $300 per year.
How to Keep Your Dog Out of Your Garden
Is your pooch pawing your petunias? Here’s how to keep your dog out of your garden and away from your precious plants.
How to Divide Plants
Make the most of your plants by dividing and transplanting favorites that have outgrown their homes. Follow these dividing and transplanting tips for lush and healthy garden.
Season-by-Season Lawn Maintenance Calendar
Follow our season-by-season lawn maintenance calendar to get a barefoot-worthy lawn and ensure great curb appeal.
Take Back Your Energy Bills — Energy-Efficiency Measures that Work for You
Eighty-nine percent of us think we’re not using as much energy as we did five years ago, and almost one-half of us think our homes are energy efficient. But 59% also say our energy bills have gone up, according to consumer research by the Shelton Group, a marketing and advertising agency that specializes in energy-efficiency issues.
Why Fake Grass is Gaining Popularity
Want a picture-perfect lawn? Maybe fake grass is the answer. It solves watering, weeding, and fertilizing woes. But is it perfect?
Tips on Pool Fence Safety to Reduce Your Liability
There’s nothing more inviting on a hot summer day than a cool dip in the pool . And that can lead to trouble if your pool lacks a child-proof fence.
Does a Pool Add Value to a Home?
In general, building a pool is not the best way to add value to your home. You’re better off making physical improvements to your actual house instead of adding a pool to your yard.
How to Properly Care for Trees
When trees fail to thrive, they (and you) have a problem. Here are tips on how to care for your trees to prevent troubles.
How to Prevent Wood Rot
If water gets into cracks and under painted surfaces and doesn’t dry out, it can cause wood rot. Once wood rot takes hold, your only options are big-buck repairs and replacement of the rotted parts.
How to Win the Energy-Savings Argument in 3 Easy Steps
Trying to convince someone to save energy requires a bit of due diligence, we’ll show you how to win that argument every time.
What Is Saint Patrick’s Day?
Saint Patrick’s Day has come to be associated with everything Irish: anything green and gold, shamrocks and luck. Most importantly, to those who celebrate its intended meaning, St. Patrick’s Day is a traditional day for spiritual renewal and offering prayers for missionaries worldwide.
Should You Refinish Hardwood Floors Yourself?
DIYers should think twice. Experience definitely counts when it comes to a good floor refinishing job. Mistakes show up big time on wood flooring, and you may end up devaluing your home’s appearance rather than improving it.