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Harbor Freight vs. The Home Depot
Reviews

Harbor Freight vs. The Home Depot: 3 Big Differences Between 2 Beloved Tool Stores

Harbor Freight and The Home Depot are two of the nation’s leading suppliers of tools and gardening equipment, but how do they stack up against each other?

Person carrying tray of seedlings in shade.
Lawn & Garden

How to Harden Off Plants and Seedlings

Your pampered seedlings need to toughen up a bit before you send them out into the big, bad world. Expose them to life’s realities gradually!

Rake used on lawn fungus.
DIY

Solved! What to Do About Lawn Fungus

Patchy, brown grass is one of many signs that can point to a lawn fungus. Get to know what else to look for—and how to treat each—with this guide.

The Tertill Weeding Robot on a patch of weedless soil during testing.
Reviews

Can a Robot Weed Your Garden? I Tested the Tertill Weeding Robot to Find Out

I tested the Tertill robotic weeder in my vegetable garden alongside an identical control garden, and this is what happened.

The Best Home Repair Services Options
Reviews

5 of the Best Home Repair Services in America, Vetted

Appliances break and accidents happen. This guide will help homeowners find the best home repair services to fix their home’s problems.

The Hunter Malden Ceiling Fan ReviewThe Hunter Malden Ceiling Fan Review
Reviews

We Tried an HGTV Star’s Ceiling Fan—Here’s What We Thought

A celebrated interior designer teamed up with a well-known fan maker. Find out how their stylish, modern, and super-efficient overhead fan fared in real life.

Visual 1 - HomeAdvisor - Knob and Tube Wiring Replacement Cost - Cost Range + Average - March 2024
Interior

How Much Does Knob and Tube Wiring Replacement Cost?

Homeowners who live in older homes may find themselves upgrading knob and tube wiring for safety and efficiency, with costs ranging from $12,000 to $36,600, or a national average of $24,300.

How To Get Rid of Sugar Ants
Interior

How to Get Rid of Sugar Ants: 5 Steps to Banish These Sugar-Loving Pests From Your Home

Sugar ants don’t make sweet house guests, and they aren’t likely to leave on their own. Find out how to get rid of sugar ants once and for all.

The Milwaukee 15-Gauge Finish Nailer next to its magazine before testing.
Reviews

Milwaukee 15-Gauge Finish Nailer: A Hands-On Review

If you’ve been searching for a dependable cordless nailer with the power and speed of a pneumatic, look no further.

The Westinghouse iGen4500 portable inverter generator on mulch during testing.
Reviews

Westinghouse iGen4500 Peak Watt Portable Generator: A Hands-On Review

This portable yet powerful generator can energize everything from the campsite to the jobsite and more. Discover how it fared in hands-on testing.

Person using a watering can to water vegetables in a raised garden bed.
DIY

12 Raised Garden Bed Plans for Building Your Ideal Plot

Get your garden off the ground with these attractive, easy-to-build raised garden bed ideas.

The cleaning heads of Dyson vs Shark on a rug before head-to-head testing.
Reviews

Dyson vs Shark: The Ultimate Cordless Vacuum Showdown

Cordless vacuums are taking the cleaning industry by storm. I put 2 top contenders to the test—find out which one sucked up top honors.

Several unopened packages of Tru Earth laundry sheets on a table before testing.
Reviews

The Future of Laundry: A Review of Tru Earth’s Eco-Friendly Strips

Say goodbye to bulky plastic jugs of traditional detergents. Tru Earth's eco-strips offer a convenient, plastic-free, and eco-conscious alternative to doing laundry.

A person standing at a table documenting remodeling expenses for tax credits and deductions.
DIY

How to Organize Your Remodeling Expenses for Easy Tax Filing Next Year

Good record-keeping and knowing what forms to include when you file is key to getting the most tax savings.

The Most Indestructible Dishes You Can Buy Option Mason Modern Melamine Plates
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The 14 Most Indestructible Dishes You Can Buy

From sturdy glasses to rugged plates, these pieces are built to last.

Benjamin Moore vs. Sherwin-Williams
Reviews

Benjamin Moore vs. Sherwin-Williams: Finding the Right Paint for Every Type of Home Decorator

We looked at two leading paint brands to help you make the best choice.

Valspar vs Sherwin Williams
Reviews

Valspar vs. Sherwin-Williams: Finding the Right Paint for Every Type of DIYer

Looking to paint your home? We put Valspar and Sherwin-Williams paints head to head.

My Lowe's Rewards Launch
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PSA—Lowe’s Just Launched Its Own Rewards Program, Plus Other Incredible Deals to Shop

Sign up today and start earning points with every purchase.

The Engpow Fireproof File Organizer Bag With Lock on a bench before testing.
Reviews

We Tested This Fireproof Document Bag to See if It Can Take the Heat

Hopefully, you’ll never need to put this simple product to the test, but in the event of a fire, your most important documents and small personal items will be safe.

Old red gasoline container with lawnmower in background.
Interior

How to Dispose of Old Gasoline the Right Way

Gasoline degrades as it ages, but you can’t just dump it in the trash or down the drain. Here’s how to get rid of old gas safely.