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Close-up of a corroded and rusty metal fence

Outdoors

How to Fix a Rusty Fence A Step by Step Guide

A rusty fence is more than an eyesore—it can compromise your home's security and curb appeal. Learn how to assess the damage, treat small rust spots, or complete a full refinish to restore your metal fence and protect it for years to come.

A patio surface made of pavers showing various stains including oil, rust, and mildew.

Outdoors

How to Remove Stains From Any Patio Surface

Patio stains from oil, rust, or mildew can be an eyesore. Our guide walks you through identifying your patio's material—concrete, stone, or tile—and provides step-by-step instructions to remove any stain and restore your outdoor space.

A sidewalk cracked and lifted by invasive tree roots

Outdoors

How to Fix a Sidewalk Cracked by Tree Roots A DIY Guide

Discovering tree roots cracking your sidewalk can be frustrating, but it's a fixable problem. This comprehensive guide walks you through assessing the damage, repairing minor cracks, and tackling major repairs with root barriers or tree removal to restore your walkway's safety and appearance.

Pool return jets with weak water flow and bubbles coming out.

Outdoors

How To Fix Pool Or Spa Jets That Arent Working

Weak or non-existent jet flow can ruin your pool or spa experience. This guide walks you through the common causes, from clogged baskets to dirty filters, and provides step-by-step instructions to restore powerful circulation and get you back to relaxing.

A wooden privacy fence with a single broken picket, creating a noticeable gap.

Outdoors

How to Fix a Broken or Missing Fence Picket

A broken or missing fence picket can hurt your home's curb appeal and security. This comprehensive DIY guide walks you through inspecting the damage, identifying your fence material, and replacing both wood and vinyl pickets like a pro.

A homeowner standing in their yard after successfully removing a small unwanted tree

Outdoors

How to Remove Unwanted Trees and Weeds From Your Yard

Reclaim your outdoor space by learning how to identify and remove pesky volunteer saplings and stubborn weeds. This guide covers safe DIY methods for small jobs and tells you when it's time to call in the pros.

A person testing a wobbly wooden deck railing for looseness.

Outdoors

How to Fix a Loose Deck Railing A Step by Step Guide

A wobbly deck railing is a serious safety hazard. Learn how to diagnose and fix a loose railing, whether it's wood, metal, cable, or glass, with our comprehensive DIY guide. We'll walk you through tightening hardware, replacing rotten wood, and reinforcing posts to make your deck safe again.

A sprinkler timer with a blank display screen

Outdoors

How to Fix a Sprinkler Timer That Isnt Working

Is your sprinkler timer's display blank or unresponsive? Don't panic. This guide will walk you through the simple steps to diagnose and fix the most common issues, from dead batteries to tripped circuit breakers, so you can get your lawn watering schedule back on track.

A broken sprinkler head leaking water onto a lawn

Outdoors

How to Replace a Sprinkler Head a Step by Step DIY Guide

A broken sprinkler head can lead to a swampy yard, dry patches, and a high water bill. Learn how to replace any type of sprinkler head—pop-up, fixed, or rotor—with our easy-to-follow DIY guide and save money.