Home repair guides and top local pros

Moving, painting, repairing a roof or battling pests? Get tips, expert reviews of local businesses and find top providers.

How to find the right roofing contractor for you

Finding the right roofer isn't just about seeing who has the best reviews. This simple guide explains how to find the best roofing contractor for your project — and your budget.

Dana Yewbank

5 key red flags to watch for before moving to a new neighborhood

Sarah Drolet

What are LEED-compliant, Green Seal and Greenguard labels for low-VOC paints?

Gabriel Morgan

Editors' picks

Curated by in-house experts

Editors' picks

Curated by in-house experts

AI is changing roofing — here's why you should care
Dana Yewbank
Is it safe to paint a home with kids in it? We asked the experts
Gabriel Morgan
Average emergency plumbing costs on holidays, weekends & off-hours
Rachel Murphy
Best moving truck rental companies 2025
Dan Thorp-Lancaster

AI is changing roofing — here's why you should care
Dana Yewbank
Is it safe to paint a home with kids in it? We asked the experts
Gabriel Morgan
Average emergency plumbing costs on holidays, weekends & off-hours
Rachel Murphy
Best moving truck rental companies 2025
Dan Thorp-Lancaster

Best movers in the U.S.

Best movers in York, Penn.
Sarah Drolet, Dan Thorp-Lancaster and Gabriel Kirellos
Best movers in Lafayette, La.
Dan Thorp-Lancaster, Rachel Murphy and Gabriel Kirellos
Best movers in The Woodlands, Texas
Dan Thorp-Lancaster, Rachel Murphy and Gabriel Kirellos
Best movers in Gainesville, Fla.
Dan Thorp-Lancaster, Al Sacco and Gabriel Kirellos
Best movers in Bradenton, Fla.
Sarah Drolet, Dan Thorp-Lancaster and Gabriel Kirellos
Best movers in Montgomery, Ala.
Sarah Drolet, Dan Thorp-Lancaster and Gabriel Kirellos

All moving and packing tips

Moving guides, tips and advice

Online moving quotes vs. in-person estimates: Pros and cons

Should you get an online moving quote or take the time to schedule an in-person one? Here's what to consider for each option.

Dan Thorp-Lancaster

9 things to know before moving to Florida
If you're planning a move to Florida, these are the key things to know before making the trek.
Dana Yewbank
How to move a flat screen TV the right (and wrong) way
TVs can get very pricey, especially the large ones. The last thing you want is to crack, break or shatter your TV during the moving process. To avoid having to replace your beloved TV, follow these seven tips to safely transport it to your new home.
Dan Thorp-Lancaster
Where to donate your belongings before you move
The perfect time to declutter is right before you move. But don't just toss everything in the trash. Some of your unwanted items could still have a long life ahead of them in another person's home. These are some places to consider donating your belongings before you move away.
Sarah Drolet
What is a full-service moving company?
Sometimes you need a mover that is ready to handle more than just the labor. A full-service mover can help you with moving, packing, storage and more. But they're also more expensive.
Nicole Cozma

Best roofers in the U.S.

Best roofers in West Palm Beach, Fla.
Rachel Murphy, Dan Thorp-Lancaster and Gabriel Kirellos
Best roofers in Fort Lauderdale, Fla.
Rachel Murphy, Dan Thorp-Lancaster and Gabriel Kirellos
Best roofers in Asheville, N.C.
Gabriel Morgan, Dan Thorp-Lancaster and Gabriel Kirellos
Best roofers in San Francisco, Calif.
Bryan Wolfe, Rachel Murphy and Gabriel Kirellos
Best roofers in Orlando, Fla.
Rachel Murphy, Dan Thorp-Lancaster and Gabriel Kirellos
Best roofers in Tallahassee, Fla.
Gabriel Morgan, Dan Thorp-Lancaster and Gabriel Kirellos

Your roofers will work to keep your yard clean during a roof replacement, but there are some steps you can take to help. Here's what you should do to ensure that nails stay out of your lawn and garden during a reroof.

Gabriel Morgan

7 common types of roof leaks and how to fix them
There's nothing worse than finding a new leak in your roof. If you're trying to figure out what went wrong, these are the seven most common roof leaks and what you can do to fix (or better yet, prevent) them.
Rob Webb
How to find the right roofing contractor for you
Finding the right roofer isn't just about seeing who has the best reviews. This simple guide explains how to find the best roofing contractor for your project — and your budget.
Dana Yewbank
Erie Home review: How to tell if this top national roofer is right for you
Erie Home is a national roofing company based in Ohio, earning a top spot as Yahoo Local's best national roofer in the Central U.S. It has more than 100 locations in more than 30 states and focuses on residential roofing.
Rachel Murphy
What are roof underlayments?
This brief introduction to underlayments looks at what they are, why they matter and the common types you'll encounter. Here's what to know about varieties of roof underlayment.
Gabriel Morgan

Plumbing tips and guides

Plumbers and shower repair guides

Everything you need to know about common plumbing codes, including UPC & IPC
Gabriel Morgan
Average emergency plumbing costs on holidays, weekends & off-hours
Rachel Murphy
The right way to install your own garbage disposal
Rob Webb
What is PEX piping, and should you use it in your home?
Gabriel Morgan
How inflation affects plumbing costs in your area
Rachel Murphy
Seasonal plumbing maintenance tips and tricks for homeowners
Jodi Ireland

Painters and painting tips

Interior and exterior painters and how-to guides

What are LEED-compliant, Green Seal and Greenguard labels for low-VOC paints?

Ready to choose healthier paints for your home? Here's what you need to know about low-VOC paints and common certifications from Greenguard, LEED and Green Seal.

Gabriel Morgan

Is it safe to paint a home with kids in it? We asked the experts
We spoke with two experts about house paint and children's safety. Here's what you need to know about how to safely paint a home with children.
Gabriel Morgan
Best paint brushes and rollers 2025
We rounded up the best paint brushes or rollers to use inside or out. Here are the ones to buy for your next painting project.
Rob Webb
Best deck stains 2025 (and how to pick the right one)
Looking to stain your deck? We've rounded up the best deck stains you can get today, along with tips on how to choose the right one and how to apply it.
Gabriel Morgan
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