Mel Childs

Decks are a charming addition to your house. Keeping them maintained will provide lasting beauty and functionality. However, improper care can lead to serious problems. Here are tips to keep your deck in tip-top shape.

These types of grasses can add beauty and grace to your lawn or garden, but it is critical to know how to care for them. Here are some factors to consider when selecting ornamental grass.

Freezing temperatures often bring snow, sleet, and ice. And removing that messy wintry mix from your walkways and driveways is no easy feat. Here is the best way to shovel snow to prevent injury and lessen your workload.

Turning your water on and off in your home is a process you probably take for granted until the water stops running. If there is little or no water from your faucet on a cold day, your pipes may be frozen. Watch as This Old House Plumbing and Heating expert, Richard Trethewey, shares some ways to keep your pipes from freezing this winter.