Ginny Bartolone began writing DIY and home improvement guides nearly 10 years ago, covering everything from energy-efficient appliances to cracked foundations. Whether she's compiling cost information ...

Composting has gone mainstream. If you're ready to pile on, we've outlined everything you need to know to start a compost system at home.

Many gardeners want to learn how to make a compost bin, and for good reason. Not only is composting a low-cost way to nourish your plants with the most nutritious soil improver, but it also recycles ...

The first question most people have when considering home composting is critters—won’t a pile of food scraps in your yard attract rodents and raccoons? Unfortunately, the answer is yes, but there are ...

Which compost starter is best? Globally, food waste contributes 8%-10% of all greenhouse gas emissions. One way to mitigate food waste in your home is to start a home compost bin, which not only keeps ...

“I would like to do some composting at home and am wondering if there is an easy way to get started. Some of the research I have done makes recommendations that I do not have the time to implement.” — ...

Q. How do I start and maintain a compost pile/bin? Is there a certain type of composter you recommend? I love composting because it’s a way you can take something that would normally be waste and turn ...