Yards
Build It | How to Build a Beehive
In this Build It video, This Old House general contractor Tom Silva and host Kevin O’Connor craft a bee-friendly backyard feature from basic building materials.
The 5 Best Chicken Coops (2023 Review)
Chicken coops provide a safe, comfortable place for your chickens to live. In this review, the This Old House Reviews Team researched the five best chicken coops on Amazon to help you find the product that’s right for you and your home. The products included in this article are available at various home improvement stores, local home centers, and online retailers like Amazon.
Spring Checklist: Prep Your Home for Warm Weather
Get your home, lawn, and garden ready for the milder, wetter days on the way
How to Install a Shipping Container Pool
House One editor and DIY expert Jenn Largesse takes her backyard project to new heights with a container pool installation.
Get Your Home Spring-Ready With These Latest Products
With longer, brighter days at hand, here are some product innovations that can help with your to-do list.
How to Build a Cedar Garden Hose Holder
Watch as House One editor and DIY expert Jenn Largesse shares how to build a convenient hose hideaway with a built-in reel.
How to Get Rid of Birds on Your Property
Harming or trapping most wild birds is illegal, so we’ll show you how to get rid of birds on your property by using harmless, non-chemical deterrents and repellents.
How Shrubs are Harvested
Landscape contractor Jenn Nawada visits a fourth-generation nursery to learn how shrubs are planted, how they grow, and how they end up at a garden center near you.
The 4 Best Fire Pits (2023 Review)
Fire pits add atmosphere and warmth to your backyard. In this review, the This Old House Reviews Team researched the four best fire pits on Amazon to help you find the product that’s right for you and your home. The products included in this article are available at various home improvement stores, local home centers, and online retailers like Amazon.
The 4 Best Wood Pellets (2023 Review)
Wood pellets are made from hardwoods, such as maple and hickory, to enhance the flavor of lamb, brisket, or other meat. In this review, the This Old House Reviews Team researched the four best wood pellets on Amazon to help you find the product that’s right for you and your home. The products included in this article are available at various home improvement stores, local home centers, and online retailers like Amazon.
Build It | Birdhouse
General contractor Tom Silva helps a pair of woodworking siblings build a DIY birdhouse in their new workshop.
How to Frame a Shed
General contractor Tom Silva shows host Kevin O’Connor and mason Mark McCullough how to frame walls while rebuilding Mark’s chicken coop shed.
How to Wire a Shed for Electricity
Master electrician Heath Eastman helps Mason Mark McCullough wire his chicken barn for lights and power.
How to Build a Backyard Ice Rink
In this video, Ask This Old House landscape contractor Jenn Nawada and carpenter Nathan Gilbert help a homeowner build a backyard ice rink for her kids that they can use year after year.
How to Design a High Traffic Landscape
Landscape contractor Jenn Nawada works with a homeowner who lives on a corner lot to create an attractive, durable landscape that can withstand heavy pedestrian traffic.
The 5 Best Trampolines (2023 Review)
Trampolines can be a fun addition to your yard. In this review, the This Old House Reviews Team researched the five best trampolines on Amazon to help you find the product that’s right for you and your home. The products included in this article are available at various home improvement stores, local home centers, and online retailers like Amazon.
5 Best Cordless Leaf Blowers (2023 Review)
When the fall season rolls around and your lawn is covered with leaves, a powerful leaf blower is a must-have tool. In this review, the This Old House Reviews Team researched the five best cordless leaf blowers on Amazon to help you find the product that’s right for you and your home.
The 5 Best Grills (2023 Review)
Grills can elevate your burgers, hot dogs, pineapple rings, and other foods. In this review, the This Old House Reviews Team researched the five best grills on Amazon to help you find the product that’s right for you and your home. The products included in this article are available at various home improvement stores, local home centers, and online retailers like Amazon.
16 Pergola Ideas to Enhance Your Backyard
Add dynamic definition to your landscape with a stylish structure sure to enhance how you enjoy your outdoor space.
End-of-Summer Yard and Garden Cleanup Tips
Give your lawn and garden the care they need by removing debris, dividing crowded perennials, and adding mulch—so plants can come back stronger.
Summer Checklist: Small Projects that Pay Off
Warm weather has finally arrived! It’s time to head outside and give your house and landscape some TLC.
Smart Home: A Brainier Backyard
As smart tech aimed at outdoor living evolves, the range of tasks it can handle—from lighting the patio to freeing you from the grill to robo-mowing the grass—is more impressive than ever.
Ingenious Hot Tub Deck Ideas
Give your hot tub the extra special touch it needs with these great deck ideas for your hot tub.
6 Fun Outdoor Bar Ideas
Entertain and impress your guests at your next backyard party with these great outdoor bar ideas.
Outdoor Rooms Roundup
Looking to eke a little more living out of your backyard patch of green? As the past year has made clear, outdoor spaces are vital to our well-being—and they can double our dining, entertaining, and hangout space. Here’s how three couples created a bit of paradise in their own backyards.
How to Create a Dog-Friendly Yard
Your yard is your happy place, and you want it to be your pet’s, too. Here’s how to protect your landscaping while giving her an ideal romping ground.
Pro Tips to Get Your House Ready for Warmer Weather
Spring is here, so it’s time to prime the house and garden for the warm-weather months ahead. Read on for tips on how to get everything ready for the summer.
3 Simple Tools to Pick Up Fall Leaves
From leaf blowers to vacuums, we’ve used all kinds of products and technology to tackle this annual chore. Sometimes the best approach is well-designed, simple tools.
All About Burning Leaves
Leaf burning can be an effective way to tackle your fall cleanup. Here are a few tips for burning leaves safely.
How To Find Property Lines
The legal boundaries of a plot of land are one of the most important things for a homeowner to know, but they’re often overlooked—until those property lines come into question, that is. Read this guide to figure out how to easily find your property lines.
The 5 Best Smokers (2023 Review)
The flavorful and tender meat that a smoker produces has created an increased interest in this outdoor cooking method. In this review, the This Old House Reviews Team researched the five best smokers on Amazon to help you find the one that’s right for you. The products included in this article are available at various retail stores, local home centers, and online retailers like Amazon.
How to Clean a Grill
Cooking over open flames may be a chef’s delight, but now it’s time to clean your grill. Read on to learn how to properly clean and maintain your gas or charcoal grill.