At Home with Bob Vila

Installing a kitchen island doesn't just enhance the look of your kitchen. It can also make meal prep a lot more enjo...

This winter, before you shut your storm windows, make sure that at the bottom of each one, the weep hole is clear.  A...

Ever wonder exactly what the difference is between conventional asphalt shingles and architectural shingles? Here's t...

When it comes to using reciprocating saws, choosing the right blade can make your jobs a lot easier. Among the many r...

On chilly mornings, do you get impatient waiting for water from the faucet to get hot? If so, maybe you should think ...

If you enjoy cozying up to the fireplace in your home, why not consider adding a fire pit in your backyard? Fire pits...

Maybe your cat has been using your sliding screen door for climbing practice. Or maybe, as we approach winter, you're...

If you're aiming to reduce the risk of accidents in your home, one good place to start is your basement stairs. Here ...

These days, a lot of folks are feeling the chill in the air and are beginning to button up their homes for the winter...

Tired of lugging laundry down the basement stairs? Maybe you should consider installing a laundry chute. Kits are ava...

This time of year, the intrusive sound of leaf blowers is a constant presence in nearly every neighborhood. But blowe...

Steam-heat radiators may be good at keeping you warm, but their banging and clanking can also sometimes keep you up a...

Beautiful trees enhance the look and value of residential properties, so no wonder people spend so much time trying t...

Demolition is one part of the remodeling process that most homeowners can lend a hand with. But there are some import...

Vaulted ceilings, also called cathedral ceilings, have some great attributes, but others you may not be so fond of. O...