Posts

First Things First: What is a Sub-Compact Tractor? Designed with a smaller frame and less ground clearance to accommodate a mowing deck, a sub-compact tractor provides the strength and versatility of a compact utility tractor, with the agile handling of a 4WD vehicle and the feel of a garden tractor. Sub-compact tractors fall in the lower horsepower range, but the ability to customize them with a variety of performance-matched attachments for various applications makes them powerhouses in their own right....

Top 5 Air Fryer Toaster Ovens Most Cooking Functions: Breville Air Convection and Air Fry Countertop Oven Best Controls: Instant Pot Air Fryer Toaster Oven Combo Most Color Options: Cuisinart TOA-60BKS Convection Toaster Oven Air Fryer Most Compact: Emeril Lagasse Power Air Fryer Best Entry-Level: NuWave XL Smart Convection Oven Most Cooking Functions: Breville Air Convection and Air Fry Countertop Oven Pros and Cons ✔ Has a large capacity that fits up to nine slices of bread or a 14-pound turkey✔ Includes an interior oven light that automatically turns on when you check your food✔ Features the Element IQ System, which eliminates cold spots ✘ Has the highest price tag out of the models in this review✘ Heavy to move at close to 40 pounds...

Top 5 Artificial Christmas Trees Best Flocked Design: Best Choice Products Pre-Lit Snow-Flocked Christmas Pine Tree Most Height Options: National Tree Company Carolina Pine Tree With Clear Lights Best Small Tree: National Tree Company Hickory Cedar Tree Best Basic Tree: Prextex Artificial Spruce Hinged Christmas Tree Best Light Customization: Mr. Christmas Vermont Spruce Christmas Tree Best Flocked Design: Best Choice Products Pre-Lit Snow-Flocked Christmas Pine Tree Pros and Cons ✔ Made with durable metal hinges and flame-retardant branches✔ Can be put together in three steps✔ Created with strong branches to hold garlands and ornaments ✘ Has arrived with missing bulbs for some customers✘ Made with flocking material that can fall off and create a mess...

It’s a great idea to parse the internet for the best mattress deals before finalizing your purchase at checkout, and Helix is an online mattress brand that regularly offers deals on its huge portfolio of mattresses. We’ve rounded up five Helix beds that we recommend and what you can expect to pay for them during sales events. The 5 Best Helix Mattress Sales You can easily spiral out trying to keep up with the internet’s myriad mattress deals, especially when a holiday is approaching....

Best For Leaf Cleanup: Poolmaster Big Sucker Swimming Pool Leaf Vacuum If your pool seems to be overrun with leaves, this vacuum may be the perfect helper. It uses four multidirectional wheels to navigate your pool’s floor and eight water nozzles to collect loose leaves. All of the leaves go into a mesh bag that you can empty and reuse. Key Features Has a manual design Weighs 1.82 pounds Works in above-ground and in-ground pools...

Top 5 Work Boots Best For Outdoor Use: Timberland Ankle Boots Most Customizable: Thorogood Work Boots Best Steel-Toe Boot: Caterpillar Steel-Toe Boots Most Comfortable: Irish Setter Work Boots Best Multipurpose Boot: Carhartt Work Boots Best For Outdoor Use: Timberland Ankle Boots These boots feature compression-molded midsoles that cushion the shock your feet feel while you’re on the job. They have a waterproof construction and rust-resistant lace hardware, so they can be used as rain boots and hiking boots as well as work boots....

There are many options for pest management services in the Steel City, so the This Old House Reviews Team has researched some of the best pest control companies to help you make the right decision. Keep reading to learn which pest control company in Pittsburgh can help you and your family. Pittsburgh’s Top Pest Control Companies Best Overall: Terminix Best for Urgent Service: Orkin Most Customizable: Aptive Witt Pest Management Budget Pest Control Pittsburgh Premier Pest Control Pittsburgh...

Every episode of This Old House (41 seasons) and Ask This Old House (18 seasons) are available in the app. The current and last three seasons of each show are available for free. With Insider membership, viewers get access to all seasons, as well as an additional ad-free Insider live channel. Monthly and annual Insider membership plans are available natively on all platforms. The app also features This Old House’s extensive library of short-form how to videos across 25 Home Improvement A-Z topics –– from Appliances to Windows & Doors and a lot in between....

The current housing market in Atlanta is ideal, and many sellers, buyers, and investors alike are taking advantage of it. In fact, according to the Georgia Multiple Listing Service (GAMLS), there were 6,761 homes sold in February 2021 out of only 7,767 listings. And, the sales are going fast with only 28 days on the market, as opposed to the 71 days from the same month of last year. Working with a top real estate professional is the best way to get the competitive edge in this cutthroat market....

Heath tells us that, in many cases, these phantom switches are intended to control an outlet, but that renovation and repairs along the way could be the cause of the missing functionality. Switches to Nowhere Many folks have a switch on the wall somewhere in their house that appears to go nowhere. It doesn’t seem to activate a light, and nothing seems to turn on or off with a flip....

Here are a few places to clean that should be added to your weekly, monthly, or seasonal rotation, along with tips on how to tackle these awkward spaces in your home. Things to Clean in Your House Baseboards and molding The number one overlooked parts of the house to clean are the baseboards and molding that run along the perimeter of just about every room. Because they’re close to the floor or ceiling—and not near eye level—you don’t realize that dirt is building up there....

Types of Ground Cover Plants Dry Shade Bishop’s hat (shown): Heart-shaped leaves form dense mounds 6 to 9 inches high, with delicate sprays of small flowers in spring. Zones 4–8. How to Choose and Plant Ground Cover Lily turf: Grass-like foliage 8 to 18 inches high sports spikes of purple flowers in late summer. Zones 4–10. Sweet woodruff: Whorled foliage grows 8 to 12 inches tall; fragrant white flowers in spring....

1. Clean the filter in the air conditioner When the filter is clogged, it has an effect on how efficiently your air conditioner runs, not to mention on the quality of air you’re breathing. It’s not just a beginning-of-the-summer task. Keeping the filter clean on a regular basis is important. A little vacuuming and sanitizing can go a long way. 2. Install window film If you’re not someone who wants to shut the blinds and close the curtains during the summer, installing insulating window films can allow you to enjoy the beautiful sunshine and view while still conserving energy....

Despite Houston’s environment appearing mild, Texas experiences the most foundation problems in the entire United States. The city’s humid subtropical climate and clay soils are especially damaging to concrete slab foundations, causing them to crack and crawl spaces to develop mold and mildew. If you’re a homeowner in the greater Houston area noticing these issues, it’s time to have your foundation repaired. A damaged foundation can be costly and complicated to repair....

Minneapolis homes mainly feature basement and crawl space foundations. When these foundations are paired with the Twin Cities’ loamy soil and continental climate, they might experience leaks or mold development. These issues can lead to uneven floors or complete foundation settlement. If you’re noticing cracks in your basement walls, an inspection by a foundation repair expert can bring you peace of mind. There are many foundation repair companies in the Twin Cities area....