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11 Ways to Winterize Your Home on a Budget
Interior

11 Ways to Winterize Your Home on a Budget

Keep the cold out, the heat in, and your energy bill down with these free and cost-effective tips for winterizing your home.

Small dial thermometer set on a refrigerator shelf.
DIY

What to Do When Your Refrigerator Is Not Cooling

There’s no need to toss—or eat—all of your refrigerated food before it goes bad. These solutions can get your fridge cooling again.

The Best Ratcheting Screwdriver Options
Reviews

We Tested the Top Ratcheting Screwdrivers, See Our Favorite

Don’t get twisted up over buying the best ratcheting screwdriver. We put the top models through their paces—find out which ones took top honors in our hands-on tests!

3M Work Tunes Connect + Solar Review
Clothing & Gear

I Barely Heard My Wood Chipper While Using This Solar-Powered Headset

Featuring Bluetooth connectivity and solar charging, this cleverly designed headset can protect your hearing while also providing entertainment.

DeWalt 60V Chainsaw Review
Reviews

This DeWalt Chainsaw Proved To Be a Cordless Beast When Cutting Firewood

Battery-powered chainsaws are a relatively new addition to the cordless power tool industry, but after testing one popular model, I was actually impressed.

Fairbanks North Star Borough in Alaska, shining green exterior lights for Operation Green Light a Veteran.
Exterior

What Does a Green Porch Light Mean?

Learn the reason your neighbors have illuminated a green porch light this month—and no, it doesn’t have anything to do with Christmas.

An upstairs spare bedroom furnished with a neatly made bed, two nightstands, dresser, and an extra chair.
Interior

17 Guest Bedroom Ideas Sure to Make Visitors Feel Right at Home

Give your guests the five-star treatment so that they can unwind in comfortable privacy while you focus on entertaining.

Unrecognizable woman sweeping the parquet floor, window light reflection.
Cleaning & Organizing

Spring Cleaning in the Fall? Experts Say You Should Get on Board

Now is the time to kick germs to the curb and prepare your house for cold and flu season.

Weather Guard Tool Box Review
Reviews

After Testing a Weather Guard Truck Tool Box, I’m Convinced It’s Worth Every Penny

When it comes to storing and transporting pricey power tools, a well-crafted truck saddle box can be your best friend.

set of the best shop stools close-up
Reviews

Our Favorite Shop Stool Proves DeWalt’s Quality and Durability Goes Beyond Tools

Bending at an awkward height can put undue strain on your back, neck, and shoulders. Work more comfortably with the best shop stool.

The Best Home Energy Monitor
Reviews

Our Top Home Energy Monitor Gives You Real-Time Notifications and Is Recommended by Experts

Use a home energy monitor to identify and correct energy inefficiencies and save money on your electric bill.

The Best Whole House Humidifiers Option installed and working is what appears to be a utility room.
Reviews

Ensure Your Home is Comfortable By Combating Dry Air With the Best Whole-House Humidifiers

Combat uncomfortable dry air with an affordable whole-house humidifier that can restore the proper moisture balance throughout your home.

A Kohler standby home generator installed outside of a residence.

With Up to 150 Percent ROI, This Home Amenity Practically Pays for Itself

A whole-house generator can provide you with peace of mind. It can also increase the value of your home by more than the expense of having it installed.

A person pushes a small green lawn spreader around on a freshly mowed lawn
Lawn & Garden

Here’s When to Apply Grub Control—and Why You Might Be Able to Skip It Entirely

Does your lawn have bare patches in late summer and autumn? If so, grub worms may be grubbing down on your grass’s roots.

Sunseeker Robotic Lawn Mower Review
Reviews

This Robotic Lawn Mower Is a Smarter Mower Without a Boundary Wire

Robot mowers can take a painfully long time to set up, but not the Sunseeker X7.

The Best Whole-House Surge Protector Options
Reviews

These Are Our Favorite Whole-House Surge Protectors Based on Our Research and Expertise

A whole-house surge protector can prevent external power surges from damaging your electronics.

Wooden floating shelves with plants and calendar on a light-colored wall.
Interior

How to Install Floating Shelves

Floating shelves are perfect additions to a modern, minimalist living space, but how do they attach to the wall? We'll show you how to secure floating shelves to drywall, plaster, or wall studs.

Grime, dirt, and peeling paint are visible on the surface of a vintage wrought iron fence detailed with fleur de lis designs.
DIY

How to Clean Wrought Iron and Keep It Rust-Free

Keep your outdoor furniture and decor looking pristine with these expert tips on cleaning wrought iron.

Woman hangs a beige coat on a closet rod.
Interior

Solved! This Is the Perfect Height for a Closet Rod

How high should you hang your clothes for optimal closet access? Grab your tape measure—we'll help you find the ideal closet rod height.

Kids Gift Guide Options
Reviews

The Ultimate Gift Guide for Little Bob Vila Enthusiasts 

This gift guide can help you choose the best gift for the little ones in your life.