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    What Drains a Car Battery?

    If your car battery keeps losing its charge, don't ignore it. Here's why it happens and what you should do...


    How To Test a Car Battery

    Learn how to safely test and diagnose your car battery.


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    10 Common Molds Found in the Home

    If you've got mold, determine what type of mold it is and then you can make a plan to get...


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    How to Keep Dogs Out of Flower Beds

    You can prevent dogs from rooting around in your flower beds by employing one of the following methods.


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    Will a Car Wash Hurt Your Car’s Finish?

    Will taking your car through and automatic car wash damage the finish?


    9 Worst Garden Pests and How to Get Rid of Them

    As if weeds and weird weather weren't bad enough, gardeners also have to face insect pests. Here's how to deal...


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    Why Does My Tire Keep Going Flat?

    One of your tires is deflated again and you can't find visible damage. What's going on? Read on to learn...


    Why Should You Go to a Touchless Car Wash?

    A touchless car wash may sound like the ideal way to clean your car. But as with everything, there are...

    Best Metal, Bricks & Electric Backyard Fire Pit Ideas for a Stylish Outdoor Space

    Our backyard fire pit ideas will have you making s'mores every night this season.


    Best Car Wipes for Cleaning Your Car’s Interior

    On top of being convenient, these car wipes clean, condition and protect every surface and material inside your car.


    Do Mosquito Bracelets, Clip-Ons and Patches Actually Work?

    Consumers looking to avoid DEET-based repellents constantly search for alternative products. But the effectiveness of some of these products is...


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    16 Best Ways to Get Rid of Mosquitoes

    Take back your summer nights and family get-togethers!


    How to Make Natural Mosquito Repellent

    From sweet grass and lemon eucalyptus to garlic and bracelets, here's which DIY mosquito repellents actually work— and which definitely...


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    How to Wire an Outlet and Add an Electrical Outlet Yourself

    Use this easy method to install a new electrical outlet without a lot of wire pulling.


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    Why Won’t My Battery Jump?

    Your car is dead. You try to jump-start the battery, but nothing happens. Is it the battery or something else...


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    How to Clean Car Carpet

    Learn how to clean car carpet and eliminate old stains and smells for good.


    How to Wash Car Windows

    Learn how to clean car windows for sparkling clean glass that gives you the best visual clarity, particularly on...

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    What to Know About Chaetomium Mold

    Mold is important in nature, but shouldn't be tolerated indoors. Molds like Chaetomium can cause serious health problems. Here's how...


    How to Clean Vinyl Siding

    Vinyl siding is so easy to clean; it's practically maintenance-free. Here's how, according to siding pros.


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    What to Know About Acremonium Mold

    Got mold in your house? It may be the species Acremonium. Read on to learn what this mold is, where...


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    What to Know About Cladosporium Mold

    Household mold is a common problem, and Cladosporium mold is one of the most widespread varieties. Learn about Cladosporium and...


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    What to Know About Fusarium Mold

    Got mold growing in your house? It could be Fusarium, but don't panic. Learn more about the kind of mold...


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    What to Know About Rhizopus Stolonifer (Black Bread) Mold

    Black bread mold doesn't just grow on bread. Learn all about this widespread type of mold and how to get...

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    What to Know About Trichoderma Mold

    Molds provide a valuable service in the natural world, but things change indoors. Learn about Trichoderma mold and how to...


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    What to Know About Penicillium Mold

    Some molds are beneficial, others are dangerous, and some are both. Learn about Penicillium mold, its many helpful abilities plus...


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    What to Know About Alternaria Mold

    Got mold in your home? It might be Alternaria, which can cause serious respiratory issues. Learn about Alternaria mold and...


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    What to Know About Aspergillus Mold

    Indoor mold is a sign of too much moisture in your home. Learn about a dangerous mold genus called Aspergillus...


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    The Experts’ Guide to Preventing Mold In Basements

    Basement mold is a common problem that can cost thousands to remove. Avoid getting mold in the first place with...