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Woman wearing purple rubber gloves wipes leak from garbage disposal under the kitchen sink.
DIY

What to Do About a Leaking Garbage Disposal

Suspect a leak in one of your kitchen's hardest-working appliances? This guide will help you isolate and repair the issue before it gets worse.

The girl saws off a piece of drywall with a special saw
Reviews

This Tool is a Must-Have for DIY Renovation Projects

A quality drywall saw is a useful tool for various home renovations and drywall repair. Our top pick offers a comfortable handle and a tooth pattern that increases efficiency.

A woman in the background as water leaks in the kitchen ceiling. Buckets and pots are on the floor to catch the flowing water, water puddling on the floor.
Exterior

How to Find a Roof Leak

You can't fix a leaky roof until you find the source of the leak. Learn how to isolate the problem area so it can be repaired.

The best freestanding tub option installed in a beautiful white-tiled bathroom
Reviews

Soak Off a Stressful Day in One of The Best Freestanding Tubs of 2025

Give your bathroom a stunning, spacious upgrade with a freestanding tub that suits your style, space, and budget.

Wiping down a wooden surface to remove wood stain.
DIY

How to Remove Stain From Wood

Stripping stain from wood is a key step in most refinishing projects. This task is one for which you'll need protective gear, but is one that novice DIYers can easily accomplish.

A group of the best shower squeegees grouped together on a towel before testing.
Reviews

Keep Shower Stains at Bay With the 5 Best Shower Squeegees Tested

Prevent unsightly mold, spots, stains, and other woes with one of these top-notch squeegees that excelled during our hands-on tests.

A person using a thermal camera to identify leaks under a sink.
DIY

7 Brilliant Uses for a Thermal Camera Around the Home and Garden

It’s not quite X-ray vision, but…

The Best Bench Sander Options
Reviews

We’ve Researched Over 20 Bench Sanders, But We Like These 7 the Best

A quality bench sander allows you to sand and finish a range of projects with ease. After hours of researching, we tested our 5 top picks to see how they perform in the workshop.

The Best Wood Stove Fans
Reviews

This Simple Product Can Increase Your Wood Stove’s Efficiency

Adding a wood stove fan to your stove can help distribute warm air throughout your home. We tested various fans over a 3-week period to find the best option.

Lowes Rewards Days One-Off Deal on Project Source Air Compressor
Reviews

This Product Is a Game Changer for DIY Projects, and It’s On Sale for $40

Power your DIY projects without draining your wallet. From now until February 5th, this highly-rated air compressor is 50% off!

The Best Organization Products Under $50 Option
Reviews

The 23 Best Organization Products Under $50

You don’t have to spend a lot to keep your home organized.

The Best Garage Door Insulation Kits Option
Reviews

This Simple DIY Upgrade Keeps Your Garage Comfortable and Warm

Make use of your garage year-round by installing a garage door insulation kit. After testing 5 options, our top pick was efficient and incredibly easy to install.

A group of the best laser measures, still in their packages, grouped together on a table before testing.
Reviews

After Testing These 9 Laser Measures, Our Top Pick is a Must-Have

A laser measurer can help you take more accurate measurements at longer distances. Our favorite model has a handy feature that makes it ideal for use anywhere.

A selection of the best indoor thermometers
Reviews

We Researched 30 Indoor Thermometers, But We Like These 10 the Best

We tested the top-selling indoor thermometers for accuracy and ease of use.

The Best Locking Mailbox Mail Boss 7506 before front
Reviews

Our Favorite Locking Box Is Nearly Indestructible

A locking mailbox can help keep your mail safe from the elements and prying fingers. After testing various models, here are our top 9.

A homeowner and a designer discussing a renovation project.
DIY

The One Tool Every Homeowner Needs During a Big Reno

No, it’s not a sledgehammer.

Bondo all-purpose putty on a workbench.
DIY

9 Household Repairs You Can Make With All-Purpose Putty

This versatile two-part compound isn’t just for repairing dents in your car.

The Best Handheld Shower Head Options close-up
Reviews

We Researched Over 40 Handheld Shower Heads and Tested the Best Ones

The best handheld shower heads add versatility to your shower and can help with a variety of tasks, like bathing pets and children. See our hands-on reviews of the top models.

Lumberjack makes notch cuts in trunk to fell a tree.
Lawn & Garden

How to Fell a Tree

Before swinging an axe or starting up the chainsaw, familiarize yourself with key safety practices for felling.

A woman wearing casual clothing and a headband is painting her wood panelled wall with blue paint while standing on a ladder.
DIY

How to Paint Wood Wall Paneling

Give your dated, dingy wood-paneled walls a refresh by painting them. A thorough cleaning with TSP before painting is key to a great finish.