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Engineering a Retaining Wall: A Comprehensive Guide

Learn the basics of building a retaining wall—from common problems as well as the different types of materials to choose from, such as concrete, timber and stone.

How To Install a Natural Gas Barbecue Grill

In this guide, Ask This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey explains how to install a natural gas line for a new BBQ grill.

How To Install an Outdoor Television

This Old House master electrician Scott Caron teaches you how to install a weatherproof outdoor TV, select the right model, and proper mounting and connections.

How To Install an Outdoor Faucet

Learn how to add a new outdoor hose spigot with This Old House plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey.

How to Turn a Backyard into a Community Hub

Landscape contractor Jenn Nawada helps a homeowner transform his backyard into a space capable of entertaining the whole town—because that’s exactly what he does every Monday night.

How to Regrade a Yard

Landscape contractor Lee Gilliam helps a pair of homeowners level and seed their backyard so their daughter can stay dry and play safely.

How to Build a Garden Retaining Wall

A homeowner’s house had a garden that sloped away, being a sore spot. With the help of mason Mark McCullough and landscape contractor Jenn Nawada, the three built a retaining wall to fix the grade.

How to Identify and Treat Pine Tree Fungal Diseases

Tree fungal diseases are stubborn and tough to beat on your own. Landscape contractor Lee Gilliam helps a homeowner handle his diseased tree, with the help of a professional arborist.