"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Moisture meters may not be familiar to the average homeowner, but they provide tremendous value for ...

One of the most valuable and least expensive tools for desert gardeners is a moisture meter. At a cost of around $5, these battery-powered devices are great for determining the moisture level of any ...

If your house has flooded, once your local police or fire department says you can return, you’re in a race against mold growth to clear out debris from your home. If you have flood insurance, the very ...

A room that smells stale in every season is rarely just a housekeeping problem. Persistent mustiness almost always traces ...

Plant stylist and “Living Wild” author Hilton Carter joins TODAY to show his best practices when moving your indoor plants outside for the summer, including using a moisture meter, avoiding direct ...

If your precious plants keep mysteriously dying no matter what you try, it might be time to invest in a soil moisture meter. These handy devices tell you when your plant needs more water, so you won't ...