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Seven Gardening Tasks You Should Do in November

It's the last dance in the garden for the year. Here's your "last chance" checklist.

Do’s and don’ts for buying used pickup trucks

Nine Tricks That Make Painting Any Room a Lot Easier

Painting a room can be a chore, but there are ways to make it a lot easier.

Do’s and don’ts for buying used pickup trucks

The Best Places to Install Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Keep yourself safe by placing your carbon monoxide detectors in these areas.

Do’s and don’ts for buying used pickup trucks

Eight DIY Outdoor Lighting Projects to Make the Shorter Days Less Dark

Give your home's exterior a cozy upgrade with these no-wiring lighting projects.

Do’s and don’ts for buying used pickup trucks

Eight Ways to Hang Pictures Without Making Holes in the Walls

Renters fear no more: These no-damage picture-hanging techniques have got you covered.

Do’s and don’ts for buying used pickup trucks

Six Easy and Cheap Ways to Upgrade Your Staircase

Let's make those old, weathered stairs look spectacular again.

Do’s and don’ts for buying used pickup trucks

Sow These Biennials Now for Beautiful Blooms Next Year

Now is the time to grow these from seed so you can get them into the ground before winter.

Do’s and don’ts for buying used pickup trucks

My 11 Favorite Tools for Fall Yard Clean-Up

Every fall I haul out the tools that make cleanup possible, from saws to giant dust pans.

Do’s and don’ts for buying used pickup trucks

You Can Use Nasturtiums to Make Jam, Sushi, and More

These citrus-colored flowers don't just easily fill a space, brighten up the joint and save your other plants from aphids. They're also delicious.

Do’s and don’ts for buying used pickup trucks

What to Do When the Post Office Refuses to Deliver Your Mail

Your local post office can decide to stop delivering mail to your address—or your entire neighborhood—for a whole list of reasons. Here’s what to do if it happens to you.

Do’s and don’ts for buying used pickup trucks

How to Choose an Extension Cord That Won’t Burn Down Your House

Extension cords come in a surprisingly large number of varieties for different applications.

Do’s and don’ts for buying used pickup trucks

Four Signs Thieves Are Casing Your House

Yes, burglars actually do case houses, studying them for patterns, security, and items to steal.

Do’s and don’ts for buying used pickup trucks

Why Getting Your Neighborhood Declared a Historic District Is a Bad Idea

It's often a stealthy way to impose HOA-like control over the whole block.

Do’s and don’ts for buying used pickup trucks

The Three Best Ways to Extend Your Growing Season Into Fall

Setting up a cold frame, greenhouse, or low tunnel can keep your vegetables 10-20 degrees warmer this winter.

Do’s and don’ts for buying used pickup trucks

Five Renter-Friendly Hardware Swaps to Upgrade Your Home

Switch out these decorative details that'll make a big difference.

Do’s and don’ts for buying used pickup trucks

It's Time to Plant Leeks and Onions

Because Soup Season is upon us.

Do’s and don’ts for buying used pickup trucks

These 20 Essential DIY Tools Are Less Than $20 Each

DIY and home improvement projects don't have to be expensive.

Do’s and don’ts for buying used pickup trucks

Why the Tips of Your Plant’s Leaves Turned Brown, and How to Fix It

If your plant looks like it has seen better days, don't despair.

Do’s and don’ts for buying used pickup trucks

The Five Tools Every Gardener Needs

There are all kinds of fancy tools that I love, and then there are the basic tools that I use just about every day.

Do’s and don’ts for buying used pickup trucks

How to Winterize Your Sprinklers, Drip Systems, and Hoses

How to get your sprinklers, drip system, and hoses ready for their long hibernation.

Do’s and don’ts for buying used pickup trucks

10 Ways to Quiet the Most Common Household Noises

Sometimes the that's noise bothering you is coming from inside the house.

Do’s and don’ts for buying used pickup trucks

How to Fill Your Planters With Year-Round Blooms

Create a "bulb lasagna" in your planter to enjoy flowers every season.

Do’s and don’ts for buying used pickup trucks

Everything I’m Seeding in August

It's your last chance to get fall crops started and save money by growing your own perennials.

Do’s and don’ts for buying used pickup trucks

All the Gardening Tasks You Should Do in August

In between eating your weight in tomatoes and blackberries, it's time to begin the long road to fall cleanup.

Do’s and don’ts for buying used pickup trucks

How to Prepare Your Yard for the First Frost

The first frost is right around the corner. Is your garden ready?

Do’s and don’ts for buying used pickup trucks

What to Do If You Receive Someone Else's Mail

Be a good citizen and help get the mail to the right place.

Do’s and don’ts for buying used pickup trucks

Protect Your Hardwood Floors From These Six Things

Keep your hardwood floors looking good as new for years to come.

Do’s and don’ts for buying used pickup trucks

Growing Your Own Garlic Is a Money Saver (and It’s Easy)

Garlic is one of the easiest crops to grow, with an absurdly high yield.

Do’s and don’ts for buying used pickup trucks

All the Home Maintenance Tasks You Should Do in August

Tackle these chores to keep everything in your house in good shape heading into fall.

Do’s and don’ts for buying used pickup trucks

The Safe (and Unsafe) Flowers to Buy Your Valentine If They Have Pets

Make sure that Valentine's Day bouquet doesn't cause an unexpected trip to the vet.