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A homeowner standing in front of an overgrown garden bed with tangled shrubs and vines.

Outdoors

How to Tame an Overgrown Garden

An overgrown garden can feel overwhelming, but reclaiming your outdoor space is manageable. Learn to inspect, prune, and mulch your way to a healthier, tidier garden.

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A paver patio with dark mold stains in a shaded corner.

Outdoors

How to Clean Mold and Mildew from Your Patio

Tired of ugly mold stains and musty smells ruining your patio? This comprehensive guide walks you through everything you need to know to safely and effectively remove mold from any patio surface, whether it's a small spot or a large-scale problem.

A large backyard tree with a dead lower branch that needs to be removed.

Outdoors

How To Safely Remove Dead or Diseased Tree Limbs

Noticing dead branches on your tree? This guide will walk you through how to identify the problem, safely prune smaller limbs yourself, and recognize the critical signs that mean it's time to call a professional arborist.

A swimming pool with green water due to an algae bloom

Outdoors

How to Get Rid of Pool and Spa Algae Fast

Discovering algae in your pool or spa is frustrating. This comprehensive guide walks you through identifying the severity of the bloom, treating it effectively with step-by-step instructions for both light and heavy infestations, and preventing it from ever coming back.

Weeds growing in the cracks of a backyard patio.

Outdoors

How to Get Rid of Weeds on Your Patio for Good

Tired of stubborn weeds taking over your patio? This guide provides step-by-step instructions for manual, non-chemical, and herbicide-based removal methods to help you reclaim your outdoor space and keep it weed-free.

Close-up of mold growing on a weathered wooden deck

Outdoors

How to Remove Mold and Mildew from Your Deck

Discover how to safely and effectively remove mold and mildew from your wood or composite deck. Our step-by-step guide covers everything from identifying the material to cleaning light stains and treating heavy growth, restoring your deck's beauty and safety.

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 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.