A kitchen island can add valuable countertop space, storage and seating to what is likely the busiest room in the house. Adding an island to your kitchen requires a little planning, a little measuring and as much imagination as you care to give the project. Here's a how-to guide.

Professional carpet installers can get the job done quickly and neatly. But if you’re up for doing the job yourself, here’s a how-to guide, plus some top tips for installing new carpet in your home.

New government data released shows drowning incidents among children under age 15 are on the rise. Because COVID-19 restrictions canceled swimming lessons last summer, the Consumer Product Safety Commission is reminding parents and caregivers to remain vigilant when their children are playing in and around pools and spas.

Water heaters are an essential home appliance. Most homeowners insurance policies won’t cover water heater repairs, but a home warranty may pick up the slack. So if you want to keep enjoying hot showers, you should know all about home warranty coverage for water heaters.

You might be surprised to learn that your homeowners insurance policy probably doesn’t cover sewer line repairs. If something were to happen to your sewer lines, you might have to pay out of pocket to repair or replace them.  To protect yourself from these kinds of financial mishaps, you might want to invest in sewer line insurance.