Stink Bugs Are About To Crawl Into Your Homes: What To Do

Brown marmorated stink bugs, which threaten fruit crops in 46 U.S. states, are about to start invading your homes as temperatures cool.

How To Buy Food Safely And Keep It From Going To Waste At Home

Making food at home last as long as possible has become even more crucial during the coronavirus crisis.

How To Prepare For A Power Outage

From extra batteries to emergency supplies, here's everything you need to have on hand when the lights go out.

How Your Neighbors Make Their Homes Unappealing To Burglars

See how three different people stopped potential intruders in their tracks.

Clean Water Protection: Mayflies Are Canaries Of Streams, Rivers

The role of mayflies and stoneflies in the food chain is fundamental. They are the clean water equivalents of canaries in a coal mine.

How WW (Formerly Weight Watchers) Helped A Local Lose 72 Pounds‡

"My cousin had success losing weight with WW and encouraged me to attend a workshop with her … I was hooked almost immediately."

Family Finds Missing Teen With Help From Neighbors App By Ring

"If we hadn't posted [that my son was missing], I really don't know what would've happened," says the boy's mom.

Home 101: Preparing Your Doors And Windows For Winter

Following these steps to make your windows and doors more energy-efficient can keep you warm and significantly reduce your heating bills.

How To Get Your Home Ready For The Holidays

From basic cleanup to HVAC maintenance, here's what you need to do now to make sure your house is shipshape before the guests arrive.

Home 101: Why Your House Needs Outdoor Lighting

Illuminating the exterior of a house not only makes it safer and more secure, but it also majorly increases curb appeal.

Here's What Frozen Pipes Can Cost You

Taking a few preventative steps now could save you the hassle and expense of dealing with frozen pipes later this winter.

Your Complete Guide To Home Inspections

Finding out if your house has underlying problems now could save you significant time and money in the long run.

How To Make Your House The Prettiest On The Block

A few small improvements to your home's exterior can make a huge difference in its curb appeal.

Stink Bugs Crawling Into Your House Right Now: What To Do

Here’s what to do as brown marmorated stink bugs, detected in 44 states, crawl into your house to hole up for the winter.

Here's How Much It Really Costs To Update Your Floors

Replacing dated carpets and mismatched linoleum makes a world of difference in any home.

How To Transition Your Yard From Summer To Fall

Doing these five things can help extend the season now and promote better growth in the future.

6 Projects To Make Your Home More Environmentally Friendly

From installing solar panels to fine-tuning your HVAC system, here's how you can go green and save some cash.

6 Small Changes That Will Give Your Home A Big Facelift

From painting to replacing the front door, these budget-friendly changes can make a huge difference for your house.

5 Tips For Decluttering Your Home This Summer

Enlist these helpful tips and tricks to make decluttering your home a bit more achievable this summer.

X-Treem Clean Laconia Will Make Your Space Spotless This Spring

From carpet-cleaning to residential and commercial cleaning, Craig Devlin of X-Treem Clean Laconia tells Patch about the quality service.

The States Where You'll Pay Most For Car Insurance

Car insurance rates increased in 41 states over the past year. Here's where it costs the most.

Remodeling Your Bathroom? Read This First

Bathroom remodels can snag high returns when you sell, but there are important factors to consider.

Winter Safety 101: How To Keep Your Home Safe

Taking a few simple steps now can prevent chimney fires, carbon monoxide poisoning and other potential hazards.

Snow Removal 101: How Much Storm Cleanup Really Costs

Freshly fallen snow is beautiful – until it becomes a hassle.

How To Prepare Your Home For A Winter Storm

Stock up on supplies and weatherproof those windows before the snow starts to fall.

5 Home Improvement Projects To Tackle This Winter

From finishing the basement to insulating the attic, these are great renovation ideas for the cooler months of the year.

This Might Be The Best Cyber Monday Deal Of 2018

Save up to $104 on the dreamy sale item everyone's talking about.

Best Amazon Cyber Monday 2018 Vacuum Cleaner Deals

Save big on Roombas and multiple models by Dyson, BISSELL, Hoover, Black + Decker and more.

Best Amazon Black Friday 2018 Home And Kitchen Deals

Robotic vacuums, Instant Pots, Casper Sleep memory foam mattresses and more can't-miss sales.

Installing A Fireplace? Read This First

The best fireplace for you depends on your home type, energy needs and design preferences.

6 Tips To Protect Your Home From Fire

Taking a few safety precautions now could you save you from experiencing immeasurable losses later.

How To Reduce Your Heating Bills (And Still Stay Warm)

From adjusting the thermostat to servicing your HVAC system, here are some easy ways to save money this season.

Gutter Cleaning 101: Why Hiring A Professional Is Worth The Money

Paying a licensed, experienced cleaner now could save you from more expensive repairs later.

5 Home Improvement Projects To Do This Fall

These upgrades can save you money and make your house more comfortable in the months ahead.

How To Remove Skunk Smell: It’s Fall And They Stink Up Everything

Pee-yew, that smell: Tell us your skunk versus dog/human stories. How did you get rid of the smell? And did you just burn your clothes?

What Kind Of Fence Is Best For Your Yard?

Find out the pros, cons and costs of wood, vinyl, wrought iron and other fencing materials.

Stink Bugs, 6 More Fall Invaders Crawling In Your House Right Now

Brown marmorated stink bugs are among the most notorious of insects invading your home, but they’re also among the least harmful.

Home Security 101: Protecting Your House (And What It'll Cost)

Installing an alarm system won't just give you peace of mind — it could also lower your homeowner's insurance rate.

Home 101: When To Replace Your Windows (And How Much It'll Cost)

If your windows aren’t properly fitted or energy efficient, you’re essentially throwing money out of them.

How To Keep Pests Out Of Your Home This Summer

Here's who to call to keep pests from bugging you all season long.