Water & Waste

Water bills, food waste and the things you throw away. Low-flow fixtures and leak repairs pay back within a year in most homes; composting and better meal planning cut what you buy as much as what you bin. These guides stick to jobs you can finish in a weekend and tell you what they cost, what they save and which ones aren't worth the effort.
Clogged Gutters: What They Cost You and How to Keep Them Clear

Clogged Gutters: What They Cost You and How to Keep Them Clear

Clogged gutters send roof water where it does the most damage, and the repairs run into thousands. Here is how often to clean them, how to do it safely, what a pro charges and which gutter guards are worth the money.
Where Your Household Water Goes, and How to Cut the Bill

Where Your Household Water Goes, and How to Cut the Bill

The average family uses about 300 gallons of water a day at home. This guide shows where it goes, how to read your meter for hidden leaks, and which fixes cut a combined water and sewer bill the most.