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A plant-sitter may balk at caring for a whole yard. But don’t worry; there are simple irrigation tricks and ways to protect your plants from sun damage.

6/12/2025

15 Summer Decor Ideas to Cool Down and Freshen Up Your Home

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15 Summer Decor Ideas to Cool Down and Freshen Up Your Home

Fall in love with your home all over again when you freshen it up for summer.

6/10/2025

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What Pesticides Are Safe for Home Use?

Before reaching for a spray bottle, know how to choose the right pesticide—and when to skip it altogether.

6/10/2025

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Systems Make Home Maintenance Easy

Forgotten filters and clogged gutters are a thing of the past when you keep a simple maintenance log.

6/5/2025

Hungry Neighbors: How to Critter-Proof the Garden

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Hungry Neighbors: How to Critter-Proof the Garden

These tips will help protect all of your hard work from the squirrels and other wildlife.

6/5/2025

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Cactus Diseases

Cactus disease control is pretty much the same no matter what the disease is.

6/18/2025

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The Mystery of Hair Conditioners Solved

Using the wrong product for the specific condition of your hair will produce disappointing results.

6/18/2025

5 Bathroom Organizing Hacks That Will Maximize Every Inch of Space

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5 Bathroom Organizing Hacks That Will Maximize Every Inch of Space

Here are five bathroom organizing hacks from a professional organizer that you probably haven’t heard of and should totally try ASAP.

6/17/2025

A Simple Guide to Saving Money on Streaming Without a Household Uprising

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Mary Hunt

A Simple Guide to Saving Money on Streaming Without a Household Uprising

If your household is juggling subscriptions like hot potatoes and your credit card is begging for mercy, it may be time to trim things down.

6/16/2025

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Paint a Chain Link Fence

Even a DIY wannabe can get this job right because the tools and paint are inexpensive, and you can learn the skills on the job.

6/16/2025

9 Items to Remove When Selling Your Home

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9 Items to Remove When Selling Your Home

From forgotten mail to political decor, these small details could cost you a sale.

6/14/2025

How to Price Your Home for a Perfect Sale

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How to Price Your Home for a Perfect Sale

If the price is right, you won’t scare away potential buyers.

6/13/2025

Ask the Builder: Gutter Guard Facts You Need to Know

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Ask the Builder: Gutter Guard Facts You Need to Know

Living near trees means you'll likely need a good gutter guard.

6/13/2025

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Prepping the Garden for Vacation

A plant-sitter may balk at caring for a whole yard. But don’t worry; there are simple irrigation tricks and ways to protect your plants from sun damage.

6/12/2025

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Replace Damaged Exterior Door

Replacing an old exterior door is a weekend project most DIYers can handle.

6/12/2025