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Young boy in grassy backyard with play set in background
Rachel Hoffman
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Feb 18, 2025
Feb 18, 2025
Leveling your yard can help with drainage and prevent damage to your home. Learn the cost to level a yard and what factors can affect the price.
Modern suburban home
Em Norton
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Mar 4, 2025
Mar 4, 2025
Whether you’re updating your yard or moving into a new home, these tips will help you make sure your landscaping tactics around your house prevent water.
A riprap on a shoreline
Paige Bennett
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Feb 25, 2025
Feb 25, 2025
Looking to build flood and erosion resilience on your land? Review this guide for riprap costs that will stabilize your shorefront property.
Stone path and stone steps
Jenna Jonaitis
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Mar 5, 2025
Mar 5, 2025
A landscaper can install a block wall that’s structurally sound and looks beautiful. Learn all about hiring a landscaping contractor for this project.
Natural stone steps and retaining wall
Christopher Murray
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Mar 4, 2025
Mar 4, 2025
While it’s possible to DIY build a retaining wall, several pros have advanced knowledge of hardscaping and building. Learn who to hire to build a retaining wall.
Group of lake houses with a rip rap structure
Jenna Jonaitis
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Mar 4, 2025
Mar 4, 2025
Riprap prevents erosion and protects your shoreline when done right. Learn who to hire for riprap and how to find a licensed professional.
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Details of lighting fixtures of a house’s landscape
Amy Freeman  •  Mar 3, 2025
6 Questions to Ask About Installing Outdoor Lighting Questions
If there's one thing your outdoor parties and barbecues need, it's a bit of light. These outdoor lighting questions will help you light up the night.
Sprinklers watering the lawn
Jamie Cattanach  •  Mar 3, 2025
How to Repair a Sprinkler Line in 8 Easy Steps
Wondering how to repair a sprinkler line? Whether it’s been cut, punctured, or broken, this project is absolutely DIY-able. Learn how with this guide.
A sprinkler watering the lawn
Jamie Cattanach  •  Mar 3, 2025
5 Reasons Your Irrigation Controller Isn’t Working—and How to Get It Going Again
Irrigation controller on the fritz? Here’s how to tell whether your sprinkler controller is bad—and some steps to take to mitigate the problem.
A toddler playing with sprinklers on a lawn
Lauren Wellbank  •  Mar 3, 2025
What to Know About a Low Flow Irrigation System—And Why You May Need One
Low flow irrigation systems are a great way to make sure you’re keeping your lawn watered while being conscious of how much water you’re using.
Big yard with automatic sprinkler system
Alison Kasch  •  Mar 3, 2025
How Much Does a Lawn Sprinkler System Cost? [2025 Data]
A lawn sprinkler can make light work of watering your yard. Find out how much a sprinkler system installation costs based on lawn size, system type, and other factors.
Tree removal specialist
Allie Ogletree  •  Mar 2, 2025
5 Questions to Ask a Tree Removal Company​
If you need to remove a tree or two, here are the questions you should ask a tree removal company about the project.
A professional examining a house’s foundation
Mitchell Grant  •  Feb 27, 2025
5 Questions to Ask About Installing or Replacing Foundation Drainage
Do you notice any signs of drainage problems? Here are some foundation drainage questions you can expect to discuss with a pro before they work on this project.
sprinkler watering garden near home
Stephanie Mickelson  •  Feb 27, 2025
5 Sprinkler System Questions to Ask Your Sprinkler Installation and Repair Pro
If you need to install or repair a sprinkler system, ask your contractor these five important sprinkler system questions.
Close-up of a sprinkler head watering the grass
Jenna Jonaitis  •  Feb 26, 2025
How to Find Sprinkler Heads Covered by Grass: 7 Easy Methods
Sprinkler heads can go missing in your lawn or landscaping, leaving you with uneven watering. Learn how to find sprinkler heads covered by grass and plants.
sprinklers watering front law
Paige Bennett  •  Feb 26, 2025
How to Move Sprinkler Lines to Make Your Irrigation System More Effective
You may need to relocate a sprinkler line to get water to hard-to-reach spots on the lawn. Learn how to move sprinkler lines with this guide.
A garden’s lawn with brown spots
Kat Brancato  •  Feb 26, 2025
Brown Patches on Your Lawn? 8 Causes and Solutions
Brown patches on your lawn may occur for several reasons, including lack of sunlight and overfertilization. Learn how to treat and prevent patches.
large house with fresh cut lawn
Kat Brancato  •  Feb 26, 2025
How to Hire the Best Lawn Service
When it comes to regular lawn care service—mowing, trimming, weed killing, and other landscaping—don’t settle for anything but the best; here’s how to find it.