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Swimming pools are the highlight of any summer. Learn more about building swimming pools in this HowStuffWorks video.

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How Pools Work (1:17)

Swimming pools are the highlight of any summer, and should be built to match the climate and soil. Learn more about building swimming pools in this HowStuffWorks video.

How Safe Is Your Town Pool? (1:40)

Watch this video that answers the question, how safe is your town pool on HowStuffWorks. An increasing number of pools result in swimmers getting sick with respiratory illness, eye infections, ear-nose-throat infections and skin infections. Learn... More »

How Chain Saws Work (1:12)

Chain saws can be very handy when it comes to dealing with tree problems. Watch this video from HowStuffWorks to learn more about chain saws.

How It's Made: Chain Saw (3:21)

Chain saws are pretty useful and easy to build -- you can even make one at home. Learn how to make a chain saw from scratch in this video.

Mow Your Lawn and Save the Earth (0:51)

Watch this MultiVu video to learn how regularly mowing your lawn can actually reduce your carbon footprint, slow global warming and save the world. Studies have shown that keeping your lawn neat and cut is better for the environment.

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If you are planning on installing your own fence, then you won't want to miss this clip from Discovery Channel's "Gimme Shelter," when Lynne Holmes explains how to get started.

Gimme Shelter: DIY Fence Installation (1:49)

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Gimme Shelter: Landscaping on a Budget (2:35)

In this clip from Discovery Channel's "Gimme Shelter," expert landscaper Shawn Styles and host Brian Tracey provide valuable tips for maintaining a budget friendly yard.

Gimme Shelter: Setting Up a Sprinkler System (2:18)

In this clip from Discovery Channel's "Gimme Shelter," host Brian Tracey learns how sprinkler systems are installed.

Gimme Shelter: Installing a Sprinkler System (2:15)

Did you ever wonder how sprinkler systems are installed without destroying the yard in the process? Find out in this clip from Discovery Channel's "Gimme Shelter."

Gimme Shelter: PVC Pipe Installation (1:59)

In this clip from Discovery Channel's "Gimme Shelter," learn how to layout PVC piping for your backyard pool.

Gimme Shelter: Pool Excavation (2:46)

On Discovery Channel's "Gimme Shelter," learn about the first steps that need to be taken to build your own pool.