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You'd like to vacuum your pool but you don't know how to use a pool vacuum. Read this article to learn how to use a pool vacuum.

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Skunks are pesky, omnivorous animals that can be kept away from your property with natural repellents. Learn how to make your own natural skunk repellent in this article.

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You have to learn how to kill the fungus gnats that are attacking your plants. In this article we will discuss how to kill fungus gnats.

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Pool covers save energy and help cut pool maintenance costs. Learn how solar swimming pool covers work in this article.

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The most energy-efficient way to heat water for swimming pools is with solar panels. Learn more about how solar panels for swimming pool pumps work from this article.

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A swimming pool solar blanket captures solar energy, thereby naturally raising the pool’s water temperature. Learn more about how swimming pool solar blankets work from this article.

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You're moving to a new neighborhood and you have to figure out how to move your hot tub. Here's how to move a hot tub.

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You need to divert rain water, but you're not sure how to do it. Learn about how to divert rain water in this article.

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You want to install a chain link fence, but you’re not sure how to do it. Learn about how to install a chain link fence in this article.

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What's not to like about summertime? Well, there's that giant bug invasion taking over your home. How do you keep the little buggers away?

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Lag screws are durable screws used for all kinds of projects. Learn whether you can use lag screws to install decks in this article.

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Above-ground swimming pools are a pleasure on hot summer days. Learn whether you need a heater for your above-ground swimming pool in this article.

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Nothing is better than chilling in a cool pool on a hot summer day. But how long does your pool pump need to run to keep the water sparkling clean?

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You're trying to figure out how to install a snow fence before the onset of winter. Learn about how to install a snow fence in this article.

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Though they may be cute, if chipmunks get into your garden you'll have to get rid of them before they cause damage. Learn about how to get rid of chipmunks in this article.

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You've noticed deep furrows in your backyard, and are wondering how to get rid of the armadillo in your backyard. Read this article and find out how to get rid of armadillos.

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One of the hardest things about owning an above-ground pool is learning how to draining it at the end of the season — or is it? Read this article to learn how to drain your above-ground pool.

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You just bought a cord of wood for your fireplace, and you need to figure out how to stack it so that it will dry properly. Learn here how to stack a cord of wood.

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To make a bonfire in your backyard, build a teepee with logs as a base and tinder in the center. Learn how to make a bonfire in your backyard in this article.

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Make your backyard into an event site by putting up a party tent. Learn about how to put up a party tent in this article.

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Would you like to get rid of a woodpecker that's disturbing your peace and quiet and destroying your house? Read this article to learn how to get rid of a woodpecker.

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In the United States alone, consumers throw away millions of pounds of trash every day -- much of it kitchen and yard waste. But, if you know what you're doing, that waste can be turned into fertilizer for vegetable plants and flowerpots … even if you live in the city.

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Is your dog destroying your yard or garden? You can make an easy and safe repellent to help stop his antics. We'll tell you how.

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If you have bushy-tailed rodents wreaking havoc on your property or inside your home, you're probably wondering how to catch a squirrel. In this article, you'll find live trap instructions and preventative methods that can help you get rid of squirrels without harming them!

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A variety of bug zappers are available for indoor and outdoor use. Learn whether bug zappers can be used indoors from this article.

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