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You've probably neglected these places too long. During spring cleaning, remember these 20 spots in your home.

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20 perfect fruits and vegetables for first-time gardeners

New to gardening? No problem. These 20 pieces of produce will be easy to grow if you're a beginner.

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20 plants even first-time gardeners can grow easily

If you don't know whether you've got a green or a brown thumb, these 20 plants should help you learn. Gardening may not be your strong suit if you can't grow these.

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New lease on life: 20 home improvement projects for apartment dwellers

If your apartment needs some spicing up, these 20 projects can help.

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20 plants that grow best in the spring

Your garden will look fabulous this spring if you incorporate these beautiful plants.

How to Remove Winter Road Salt from Your Vehicle

During the winter months, many roads are covered in salt, and salt damage is rough on vehicles. Salt sticks to surfaces, seeps into cracks, and speeds up rust, especially on the undercarriage.

How to Fix a Broken Jeans Zipper

A faulty zipper can render your favorite pair of jeans unwearable. Whether the zipper is stuck, misaligned, or missing a pull tab, knowing how to fix a zipper on jeans or any piece of clothing can save you time and money.

When Should You Replace Drywall Instead of Patching It?

Drywall is a staple in most homes, offering smooth, clean walls that can last for years. But accidents happen—holes, cracks, and water damage are inevitable over time.

5 Ways to Get an Early Start on Your Garden

As winter slowly gives way to spring, we get really eager to start our garden. You may be wondering how early is too early (and how you can get a step ahead).

Dishwasher Not Cleaning Dishes? Try These DIY Fixes

Your dishwasher is supposed to make life easier, but when dishes come out dirty, streaked, or covered in spots, it feels like more work. Instead of replacing your appliance, a few simple fixes can help restore its performance.

The Truth About Tap Water: It’s Not as Bad as You Think

Think tap water is dirty, unsafe, or just plain gross? You’re not alone. A lot of people assume bottled water is the only way to get clean drinking water, but that’s not necessarily true.

Ferry-Morse’s New Seed Mixes Make Lawn Care and Gardening Easier Than Ever

Spring is coming, and for many homeowners, that means one thing—gardening season. If you’ve been wanting a more relaxed approach to planting, Ferry-Morse’s new seed mixes make it easy.

Will Liquid Aeration Fix My Lawn?

If your lawn struggles with compacted soil, patchy grass, or poor drainage, lawn care experts also point to aeration as the best solution. While traditional core aeration involves removing plugs of soil to improve airflow and water absorption, some pros tout a liquid aeration treatment as a no-mess alternative.

3 Things You Haven’t Considered If You Want an Irrigation System

Installing a residential irrigation system seems like a simple way to keep your lawn healthy without the hassle of manual watering, but there’s quite a bit to it, from understanding the flow of water to spray patterns.

Why Does My Basement Smell So Musty?

A musty basement isn’t just unpleasant—it can be a sign of bigger moisture problems that lead to mold and mildew growth. Whether your basement smells like an old book or a damp cave, eliminating the odor requires tackling the root cause.

We’re Using This Smart Home Sensor to Prevent Electrical Fires

Keeping our home safe is a priority, but we know that electrical fires can start without warning. As smart home technology continues to evolve, we've had our eye on products that enhance home safety. Ting is one of those products.

How to Remove Pet Stains Using Hydrogen Peroxide

When it comes to pet accidents, the tried and true cleaning products might not be up to the task. The fact is that not all carpet cleaners are formulated to tackle this kind of stubborn stains.

Why Does My Ceiling Have Yellow Stains on It?

If you've noticed yellow spots or water stains on your ceiling, you're not alone. These stains can show up in any room, but they’re especially common in bathrooms.

Drywall Screws vs. Other Screws: What’s the Difference?

If you're hanging drywall, you might wonder if you can just use any type of screw you have lying around. After all, a screw is a screw, right? Not exactly.

How Often Should You Aerate Your Lawn?

A healthy lawn needs more than regular mowing and watering. Over time, the soil beneath your grass can become compacted, making it harder for roots to get the oxygen and nutrients they need.

How to Fix Blistered and Bubbled Paint on Walls

Bubbling paint or paint blistering is a common issue for homeowners after a water-related problem like a burst pipe, roof leak, or ice dam. When water seeps into walls or ceilings, it weakens the bond between paint and the surface, causing the paint to lift and form unsightly bubbles.

How to Tell if Drywall Damage Is Caused by an Ice Dam

When winter months hit hard, ice dams can be a big problem for homeowners. These thick layers of ice form along the edges of roofs and trap melting snow.

Is Your Cordless Drill Losing Power? Try This

A cordless drill is one of the most useful tools in any toolbox, but it’s frustrating when it starts losing power too quickly. Maybe it won’t hold a charge, or it dies faster than it used to.

10 New Trends for Your Garage in 2025

As we move into the new year, garage spaces continues to evolve from a mere storage spaces into usable spaces that help enhances daily living. "At Garage Living, we’ve observed key trends shaping garage transformations," shared Aaron Cash, President & Co-Founder of Garage Living.

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