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Yes, rats really can come out of your toilet ... here's how to avoid that nightmare

Yes, rats can swim up your toilet and into your toilet bowl. We talked to plumbers about what to do if rats do enter your toilet.

Gabriel Morgan

Moving in freezing weather? Here’s how to protect electronics and other fragile items

Rob Webb

How a sewer camera inspection can protect your pipes — and your home

Gabriel Morgan

Editors' picks

Curated by in-house experts

Editors' picks

Curated by in-house experts

These affordable, DIY tips will help your radiator function better in winter
Gabriel Morgan
Why Fortified roofs are the new standard for coastal living
Jodi Ireland
Septic tank installation costs: How much to expect to pay
Dan Thorp-Lancaster
All the top solar roof installation kits
Rob Webb and Dana Yewbank

These affordable, DIY tips will help your radiator function better in winter
Gabriel Morgan
Why Fortified roofs are the new standard for coastal living
Jodi Ireland
Septic tank installation costs: How much to expect to pay
Dan Thorp-Lancaster
All the top solar roof installation kits
Rob Webb and Dana Yewbank

Best movers in the U.S.

Best movers in the Bronx, N.Y
Jodi Ireland, Al Sacco, Gabriel Kirellos and Dan Thorp-Lancaster
Best movers in Birmingham, Ala.
Rachel Murphy, Dan Thorp-Lancaster and Gabriel Kirellos
Best movers in Greenville, S.C.
Rachel Murphy, Dan Thorp-Lancaster and Gabriel Kirellos
Best movers in Buffalo, N.Y.
Jodi Ireland, Al Sacco, Gabriel Kirellos and Gabriel Morgan
Best movers in Naples, Fla.
Cale Hunt, Al Sacco and Rachel Murphy
Best movers in Denver, Colo.
Christina Cush, Rachel Murphy and Gabriel Kirellos

All moving and packing tips

Moving guides, tips and advice

Moving in freezing weather? Here’s how to protect electronics and other fragile items

Learn how to protect electronics, musical instruments and fragile household items when moving in freezing temperatures. This guide explains proper packing methods, moisture prevention and when to consider professional or climate-controlled moving services.

Rob Webb

How to use floor plans to tell if furniture fits in your new home before a move
The key to organizing and decorating your home lies in its floor plan. Here's how to use your new home's floor plan to make sure everything fits the way it should.
PJ Gach
What to do if a moving company damages your belongings
Moving is already stressful enough without having to worry about damage to your belongings. But in the event that something does break, you'll want to know how to get compensation.
Jodi Ireland
Hourly vs. flat rate moving estimates, and which is right for your move?
Should you pay for movers by the hour? Or is better to go through the hassle of getting a flat rate estimate? It really depends on the size of your home and how far you're moving.
Sarah Drolet
Tips to ease your move in the snow, ice or sub-freezing temperatures
Moving during the winter months requires extra preparation to prevent injuries, property damage and delays. This guide explains how to clear icy surfaces, protect floors from slush, handle temperature-sensitive items and coordinate safely with professional movers during snow and sub-freezing conditions.
Rob Webb

Best roofers in the U.S.

Best roofers in Plano, Texas
Christina Montoya Fiedler, Rachel Murphy and Gabriel Kirellos
Best roofers in Vancouver, Wash.
Jodi Ireland, Dan Thorp-Lancaster and Gabriel Kirellos
Best roofers in Spring, Texas
Jodi Ireland, Dan Thorp-Lancaster and Gabriel Kirellos
Best roofers in Durham, N.C.
Faith Foushee, Dan Thorp-Lancaster and Gabriel Kirellos
Best roofers in Anaheim, Calif.
Kastle Waserman, Dan Thorp-Lancaster and Gabriel Kirellos
Best roofers in Denton, Texas
Bryan Wolfe, Rachel Murphy and Gabriel Kirellos

Roofers and roofing guides

All roofing and shingle repair tips

What are roof dormers, gables and valleys? Common roofing terms explained

Roof dormers, gables and valleys can impact the look and performance of your roof. Here's how, along with everything else you need to know about these common roofing features.

Rob Webb and Dana Yewbank

Best nail guns for DIY roof repair 2026
Whether you're installing shingles yourself or are a professional roofer, these top-rated nail guns are built to handle a wide range of roofing jobs.
Rob Webb
Why Fortified roofs are the new standard for coastal living
Learn how the Fortified building standard protects the roofs of homes in coastal states from severe weather — and potentially lowers insurance premiums.
Jodi Ireland
TPO vs. EPDM vs. modified bitumen: What’s the best material for my flat roof?
Choose the best material for your flat roof by comparing the energy efficiency of TPO, the durability of EPDM and the puncture-resistance of modified bitumen.
Jodi Ireland
The pros and cons of copper gutters
Copper gutters are attractive and durable finishing touches for a home, but they have downsides as well as benefits. Here's what to know about copper gutters
Gabriel Morgan

Plumbing tips and guides

Plumbers and shower repair guides

"It looked at me." Yes, rats can come out of your toilet. Here's what to do
Gabriel Morgan
Fixing these sneaky plumbing issues could help you save hundreds on your monthly water bill
Dana Yewbank
How a sewer camera inspection can protect your pipes — and your home
Gabriel Morgan
5 easy, affordable ways to make your radiator function better in winter
Gabriel Morgan
Average septic tank installation costs in 2026
Dan Thorp-Lancaster
10 essential steps to winterize your home's plumbing (and when to do it)
Gabriel Morgan

Painters and painting tips

Interior and exterior painters and how-to guides

Pros share winter painting tips for inside and outside your home

Whether you're doing the job yourself or hiring a painter, house painting in winter can be challenging. We talked to a professional painter about what you need to know to paint your house in winter.

Gabriel Morgan

All the top (and trendiest) paint colors for 2026
Painters share the colors they’re seeing most often in homes heading into 2026 and the shades people are starting to move away from. We also reviewed insights from Better Homes and Gardens, which explain the paint colors that homebuyers are looking for.
Rachel Murphy
Best eco-friendly paint for a greener home in 2026
Eco-friendly paint reduces indoor air pollution by cutting VOCs and using natural ingredients. This guide highlights top sustainable interior paints in 2026 with strong eco credentials and practical performance.
Rob Webb
How inflation affects painters, painting companies and the cost of painting a home
Yahoo Local talked with painters from around the U.S. to find out why home painting still costs more than it used to and what homeowners can do about it. Paint prices may have stopped climbing, but labor and material costs remain high. The experts share practical advice on budgeting, timing, and how to get the most out of your next painting project.
Rachel Murphy
How to avoid and fix common painting mistakes
We talked to a professional painter to inform this list of tips and tricks on how to paint without making mistakes, and perhaps more importantly, clean up any mistakes you make.
Gabriel Morgan

Best of the U.S. Awards 2026

Best in the U.S. Awards 2026: Top movers in the Great Lakes, Midwest, Northeast & Northwest
Sarah Drolet and Al Sacco
Best in the U.S. Awards 2026: Top movers in the Rockies, Southwest & West
Sarah Drolet and Al Sacco
Best in the U.S. Awards 2026: Top movers in the South
Dan Thorp-Lancaster and Al Sacco
Best in the U.S. Awards 2026: Top roofers in the Great Lakes, Midwest, Northeast & Northwest
Dana Yewbank, Al Sacco and Rachel Murphy
Best in the U.S. Awards 2026: Top roofers in the Rockies, Southwest & West
Rachel Murphy and Al Sacco
Best in the U.S. Awards 2026: Top roofers in the South
Gabriel Morgan, Rachel Murphy and Al Sacco

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