More from Tony Carrick (Page 3)

few contour gauges on the floor
DIY

We Tested The Best Contour Gauges of 2025 for Woodworking and Home Repair, See Our Top Pick

By Tony Carrick, Mike Larson

The Best Hammer Drills
Power Tools

We Tested 7 Hammer Drills, See Our Favorite and Our Other Recommendations

By Tony Carrick, Timothy Dale, Glenda Taylor

A drain at the bottom of a shower with beige tiles.
Bathrooms

How to Unclog a Shower Drain

By Tony Carrick, Bob Vila, Jennifer Noonan

Black and orange Wen propane generator outside on deck
Backup Generators

The Best Propane Generators for Emergencies and Home Use, Tested

By Glenda Taylor, Tony Carrick

The Best Gutter Guard option installed on a gutter.
Cleaning & Organizing

We Tested the Best Gutter Guards—These Are Our Favorites

By Glenda Taylor, Timothy Dale, Tom Scalisi, Tony Carrick

After Testing, See Our Favorite Micro Mesh Gutter Guards To Prevent Debris Buildup
DIY

After Testing, See Our Favorite Micro Mesh Gutter Guards To Prevent Debris Buildup

By Tony Carrick

The Best Tile Cutters
DIY

This is Our Favorite Tile Cutter From Testing, Plus Others We Recommend

By Tony Carrick, Tom Scalisi, Glenda Taylor

Several paint strippers lined up on a garage shelf
DIY

We Tested 8 Best Paint Strippers, See Our Top Picks and Why We Stand Behind Them

By Manasa Reddigari, Mark Wolfe, Tony Carrick

A man is using a tablet to dim the lights in the kitchen.
Interior

3 Lighting Dilemmas You Can Solve Without Any Electrical Experience

By Tony Carrick

The Best Utility Sinks Options
Interior

We Researched the Best Utility Sinks, See Our Top Picks and Expert Recommendations

By Tony Carrick

This is Our Favorite Generator Cover for Rain, Snow, and Dust Protection
Backup Generators

This is Our Favorite Generator Cover for Rain, Snow, and Dust Protection

By Mark Wolfe, Tony Carrick

The Best Putty Knives
DIY

The Best Putty Knives for Spackling, Scraping, and Mudding Tested

By Tony Carrick

The Best Screw Extractor Options
DIY

We Tested The Best Screw Extractors to Remove Stripped Fasteners, See Our Top Picks

By Tony Carrick

The Best Framing Nailer Options
Power Tools

The Best Framing Nailers, Tested and Reviewed

By Tom Scalisi, Tony Carrick

The Best Ryobi Drill Options
DIY

The Best Ryobi Drills for Your Budget and Needs, Tested

By Tony Carrick

The Best Outdoor Security Camera Options
Exterior

The Best Outdoor Security Cameras for Surveillance and Safety, Tested

By Tony Carrick, Paul Rankin, Glenda Taylor

Master Lock Compact Door Stopper Folding Security Bar
Exterior

Master Lock’s Folding Door Security Bar Offers Cheap and Effective Home Security

By Tony Carrick

The Best Nut Driver Set Options
DIY

The Best Nut Driver Sets for Working on Appliances and Cars, Tested and Reviewed

By Tony Carrick

The Best Rakes for Pine Needles Options
DIY

Keep Your Yard Tidy With The Best Rakes for Pine Needles

By Tony Carrick

The Best Bolt Cutters Option
DIY

The Best Bolt Cutters for Your At-Home Needs, Tested

By Tony Carrick, Glenda Taylor

Person cooking fajita veggies on a Cuisinart outdoor griddle
Appliances & Cookware

The Best Outdoor Griddles for All Types of Tasty Meals

By Tony Carrick

The Best Downspout Extension Options
DIY

Our Tests Reveal The Best Downspout Extensions for Directing Water Away From Your Home

By Tony Carrick

A pile of autumn leaves that's burning, with smoke billowing out of the pile.
Lawn & Garden

Burning Leaves in Your Yard: Why It’s a Bad Idea

By Manasa Reddigari, Updated by Tony Carrick

Pebble rock covering the french drain installed around the home's perimeter.
Lawn & Garden

French Drains 101: How Well-Placed Trenches and Pipes Can Keep Your Property Dry

By Tony Carrick, Bob Vila

A group of the best home thermostats together on a counter before testing.
Heating & Cooling

The Best Home Thermostats for Efficient Heating and Cooling, Tested

By Glenda Taylor, Tony Carrick

7 floodlight cameras lined up on a table
Exterior

The 7 Best Floodlight Cameras, Tested

By Tony Carrick, Glenda Taylor

Handheld shower head spraying thick streams of water
Bath Fixtures & Fittings

From Rainfall to High Pressure: The 10 Best Shower Heads, Tested

By Tony Carrick, Amy Lynch, Tiffany Lewis

A group of the best portable workbenches grouped together by an RV before testing.
DIY

The Best Portable Workbenches, Tested and Reviewed

By Tony Carrick, Tom Scalisi

A group of 11 finish nailers together before testing.
Building & Installing

The Best Finish Nailers for All Your Projects, Tested and Approved

By Mark Wolfe, Tony Carrick

A group of the Best Cordless Drills Under $100 on a workbench before testing.
Building & Installing

The Best Cordless Drills Under $100 for Your DIY Projects

By Tony Carrick

The 6 best solid deck stains next to a stained board during testing.
Deck, Patio & Porch

The Best Solid Deck Stains to Protect and Revitalize, Tested

By Tony Carrick, Tom Scalisi

A group of the Best Battery-Powered Lawn Mower Options together on a green lawn.
DIY

The Best Battery-Powered Lawn Mowers to Keep Your Yard Looking Beautiful, Tested

By Mark Wolfe, Additional research by Tony Carrick

A group of the best oscillating sprinklers on a green lawn before testing.
Lawn & Garden

The Best Oscillating Sprinklers for Lawns of All Sizes, Tested

By Katie Barton, Tony Carrick

The Best Junk Removal Services Options
Interior

The Best Junk Removal Services

By Tony Carrick

A pest control specialist sprays a solution on a lawn.
DIY

The 3 Best DIY Pest Control Subscription Services in America

By Tony Carrick, Evelyn Auer

Six of the Best Dethatching Rake Options laying on a grass lawn
DIY

The Best Dethatching Rakes for a Healthy Lawn, Tested

By Tony Carrick

Person using remote for one of the Best Energy Efficient Air Conditioners
Cooling

The Best Energy-Efficient Air Conditioners

By Tony Carrick

Six of the best dethatchers lined up on backyard grass
Lawn & Garden

The Best Lawn Dethatchers for Healthy, Vibrant Grass Growth, Tested

By Tony Carrick, Tom Scalisi

The Best Window Fan Options
HVAC

The Best Window Fans for Affordable Home Cooling, Tested and Reviewed

By Manasa Reddigari, Stacey L. Nash, Tony Carrick

The best wood stove option installed and burning wood in a cozy living room
Heating

The 8 Best Wood Stoves for Warmth, Efficiency, and Ambiance

By Tony Carrick

The best garage door openers option installed in a clean garage that's set up for watching sports
Exterior

The 9 Best Garage Door Openers, Vetted

By Tony Carrick

Best Pellet Stove Options
Interior

The Best Pellet Stoves

By Tony Carrick

A group of the best table saw blades laid together on a large piece of wood
DIY

The Best Table Saw Blades

By Tony Carrick, Mark Clement

Overhead view of various antique vintage dishes on black table.
DIY

How to Clean Pewter

By Tony Carrick

Hand using scrape to spread grout on beige tiles.
Building & Installing

Sanded vs. Unsanded Grout: Which Should I Use?

By Tony Carrick, Bob Vila, Katelin Hill, Updated by Teresa Odle

Best Squirrel Traps
Lawn & Garden

The Best Squirrel Traps for Keeping Pests at Bay

By Tony Carrick

A yellow jacket wasp is resting on a yellow flower with its wings raised.
DIY

How to Get Rid of Wasps and Prevent Future Nests

By Tony Carrick, Bob Vila

A group of the best bug zappers options sitting together on a green lawn
DIY

The Best Bug Zappers, Tested and Reviewed

By Tony Carrick, Jasmine Harding, Glenda Taylor

The Best Outdoor Faucet Options
Lawn & Garden

The Best Outdoor Faucets for Watering and Backyard Maintenance

By Tony Carrick

A group of the best small window air conditioners placed together in the back of a truck
Cooling

The Best Small Window Air Conditioners, Tested

By Tony Carrick, Tom Scalisi

The best through the wall air conditioner installed under a window in a living room
Heating & Cooling

The Best Through-the-Wall Air Conditioners

By Tony Carrick

A group of the 8 best neck fans and their boxes on an outdoor table before testing.
Cooling

The Best Neck Fans for Keeping Cool

By Stephanie Cronk, Additional research provided by Tony Carrick

A woman on a couch enjoying the cool comfort of the best ductless air conditioner option
Heating & Cooling

The Best Ductless Mini-Split Air Conditioners

By Tony Carrick, Bob Beacham

Thermacell Mosquito Repellent on a patio
Reviews

It Doesn’t Spray or Zap, But Does It Work? A Thermacell Mosquito Repellent Review 

By Tony Carrick

Small window ac unit installed in window of modern living room
Cooling

The Best Window Air Conditioners to Cool You Down

By Tony Carrick

Blackstone griddle at a campsite in front of orange tent
Appliances & Cookware

The Best Blackstone Grills for Sizzling Good Food

By Tony Carrick

A built-in grill outside next to some plant pots
Grills

The Best Built-In Grills for Backyard Barbecuing

By Tony Carrick

Eight of the Best Reciprocating Saws resting on a 2 by 4 on a concrete driveway
DIY

The Best Reciprocating Saws for Demolition and Pruning, Tested

By Tony Carrick, Glenda Taylor

Outdoor table set with dishes, iced tea, corn, and rolls
Grills

The Best Grill Tool Sets for the Best BBQs

By Tony Carrick

The Best Grout Removal Tool Options
DIY

The Best Grout Removal Tools for DIY Renovations, Tested

By Timothy Dale, Tony Carrick

The Best Smart Ceiling Fans Option mounted on a white ceiling with large windows in the background
Interior

The Best Smart Ceiling Fans for Offices and Living Spaces

By Tony Carrick

A lineup of the best outdoor wood sealers next to test boards.
Deck, Patio & Porch

The Best Outdoor Wood Sealers for Fences, Decks, and Furniture

By Tony Carrick, Additional research provided by Timothy Dale

A group of the Best Portable Grills on a lawn before testing.
Deck, Patio & Porch

The Best Portable Grills, Tested

By Tony Carrick, Additional research provided by Tom Scalisi, Andreana Lefton

The best electric range option with its door open to show a baked casserole
Appliances

The Best Electric Ranges for the Kitchen

By Tony Carrick