While most people celebrate America’s birthday with fireworks and barbecues, smart shoppers seize this mid-summer moment to find incredible savings on a wide range of home and garden favorites, from patio furniture and grills to outdoor power equipment and a whole lot more.
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Our Favorite Drip Irrigation System Is Shockingly Easy to Set Up
Treat yourself and your garden to one of these low-maintenance watering solutions, which are sure to make your neighbors green with envy!
10 Things You Can Do Now to Get Rid of Ticks In Your Yard
What you have on your property—and what you don’t—can affect tick activity. Learn what’s encouraging disease-carrying pests to stick around.
The Hidden Challenge of Open Floor Plans (and the Cooling Fix You Haven’t Considered)
Gone are the days when homeowners had to choose between large living spaces and energy efficiency.
The Best Outdoor Shades of 2026, Picks by Our Editors
Create a relaxing outdoor retreat with the top outdoor shades that can help improve lighting, control temperature, and provide privacy.
MyQ 3-in-1 Review: Is Installing an All-in-One Smart Lock Worth It?
A smart lock, video doorbell, and security camera in one, this all-in-one system simplified my front door setup while adding impressive convenience.
Our Favorite Outdoor Cushions Are Made From Recycled Fishing Nets—and for Good Reason
Kick back and relax on cozy outdoor cushions in your backyard space.
We Put the Best Exterior Wood Stains Through 40 Hours of Testing to Find the Top Options
Add an attractive protective finish to the wood surfaces around your home with these top exterior wood stains.
Home Depot Is Clearing Out Ryobi Tools for Memorial Day—Up to 53% Off Combo Kits, Outdoor Tools, and More
The Home Depot’s Memorial Day Ryobi sale includes strong deals on DIY-friendly power tools and outdoor equipment, with price drops up to 40% off.
The Best Mulch Glues to Keep Your Yard Pristine, Tested
Can spraying an adhesive on mulch keep it from blowing or washing away? We tested and found out.
Rugs.com Memorial Day Sale Cuts Prices Up to 75% Off on Washable Indoor and Outdoor Rugs
Rugs.com is dropping prices on washable indoor and outdoor rugs ahead of Memorial Day, with designer-inspired styles, oversized area rugs, runners, and patio-ready picks marked down up to 75%.
Common Types of Screwdrivers and How to Use Them
Clever DIYers have a keep a few of the most common screwdrivers at the ready—you never know whether you’ll need a hex, Philips, or another type for the job.
The Best Weber Grills of 2026, Tested and Reviewed
Add a grill from one of the most well-regarded brands in the business to your outdoor kitchen.
The Best Lawn Edgers of 2026, Tested by Lawn-Care Experts
Whether gas, electric, or manual, a well-designed edge trimmer can help keep your yard looking its best without wearing you out.
Mosquitos Ruining Your Night? These Tested Traps Actually Work
Keep biting insects at bay by adding one of these mosquito-deterrent devices to your pest-control strategy.
Is the BoxBlayde Worth It? A Hands-On Review of This Cordless Box Cutter
This compact, rechargeable cutter promises safer, faster cardboard breakdown without the hassle of traditional blades. After hands-on testing, here’s how it performs in real-world cleanup tasks.
Ace Hardware Drops Outdoor Tools Up to 45% Off for Memorial Day—Save on Ego, Milwaukee, and Toro Outdoor Tools
From cordless lawn tools to yard-cleanup essentials, Ace Hardware’s Memorial Day deals include some of the best outdoor tool prices we’ve seen this spring. Save up to 43% off.
13 Time-Tested Tricks for a Bug-Free Backyard
Insects can suck the fun right out of summer, but these hacks and favorite buys can keep them at arm’s length.
Amazon and Gardyn Are Clearing Out Garden Systems for Memorial Day—Up to 33% Off AeroGarden, Click & Grow, and More
From compact countertop herb gardens to fully automated growing systems, these beginner-friendly gardens make it easier to grow fresh produce year-round – even without outdoor space.
The Best Gas Chainsaws of 2026, Tested by Experts
If you prioritize extended runtime, heavy-duty performance, and simplified controls, these saws make the cut.
The Best Tomato Cages to Support a Bigger, Healthier Harvest—Tested and Reviewed by Our Experts
The right tomato cage can make your tomato plants happier, healthier, and more prolific.
Home Depot Drops Air Conditioners Up to 72% Off for Memorial Day—Save on Portable, Window, and Mini-Split Models
The Home Depot is cutting prices to clearance level on air conditioners for Memorial Day with deep discounts on portable ACs, smart window units, and DIY mini-split systems.
Lowe’s Drops EGO to Clearance-Level Pricing for Memorial Day—Save on Mowers, Trimmers, and More
Lowe’s Memorial Day EGO deals are live now, with prices starting at $149 on cordless outdoor tools, mower bundles, blowers, and more.
4 Ways to Refresh Dried Glue in a Pinch
These tricks can help you get another use or two out of the glue, but there’s a disadvantage to doing so.
Vermiculite vs. Perlite: What’s the Difference?
These soil amendments can hold moisture, air, or nutrients to help give your plants just what they need.
The Best Lawn Fertilizers of 2026, Tested on Real Grass
Thin, patchy, or dull grass? The right fertilizer makes a bigger difference than you’d think.
The Best Hand Tools for Any DIYer’s Workshop, Tested and Reviewed
Power tools are front and center for many DIYers, but no workshop is truly complete without a basic hand tool collection. Check out the ones that scored big with us.
We Tested the Best Dust Mops of 2026 and Our Favorite Does More than Just Dust
Don’t leave a single dust mite behind the next time you clean your home with one of these high-end dust mops.
After Testing 20 Expandable Hoses, We Found 5 Worth the Money
Make lawn care a whole lot easier with the help of a lightweight, expandable hose that stretches far, shrinks quickly, and stores easily.
The Traeger Westwood XL Gives You Full-Size Performance Without the Premium Price
Traeger’s new Westwood pellet grill delivers optimal heat and no-fuss temperature control. Once it’s up and running, it’s one of the easiest Traegers to cook on.
Aiper Scuba V3 Review: AI Cleaning That Actually Feels Smart
The feature-packed robotic cleaner genuinely impressed me with its AI-driven navigation and noticeably smarter cleaning patterns. It didn’t just wander my pool—it actively targeted debris for faster, more efficient results.
Wayfair Is Cutting Up to 83% Off Grills, Fire Pits, and Outdoor Furniture for Memorial Day
Wayfair’s early Memorial Day sale is packed with patio furniture, grills, umbrellas, and fire pits at up to 83% off – just in time for backyard season.
4 Big Risks When Shopping Secondhand for the Home
Before you get too excited about a deal, learn how to check for these potential problems.
BBQ Must-Haves to Upgrade Your Grilling Game for Memorial Day
Whether you are a seasoned pitmaster or a backyard beginner, this list of grilling upgrades contains everything you could ever need to host a home run of a holiday cookout.
Gozney Arc Lite vs. Arc XL: Which Pizza Oven Is Right for You?
Gozney’s lineup isn’t cheap, so choosing the right model matters. After testing the Arc Lite, Arc XL, and Dome, here’s what you need to know before buying.
Ace Hardware Is Clearing Out Yeti for Memorial Day—Save Up to 30% Off Roadies, Hoppers, and Ramblers
Ace Hardware is discounting YETI coolers, tumblers, bottles, and drinkware ahead of Memorial Day weekend, including some of the brand’s most popular outdoor essentials.