Every spring, as the snowpack retreats and the trails start to dry, a less-visible process is underway beneath yards and hillsides. April's thaw brings more than mud season. It's one of the most ...

Dear James: We have a septic system at our small farmhouse. It would be convenient to add a garbage disposal in the kitchen. Can we use a garbage disposal with a septic system? — Joyce D. Dear Joyce: ...

Want to turn your home into a genuinely eco-friendly space? LOTS of eco-friendly checklists start off with solar panels, compost bins or low-energy appliances. Good stuff. But there's ONE area of ...