The Best Solar Companies of 2024
To become more energy independent, many homeowners are opting to have one of the best solar companies install solar panels. See which ones are our top picks.
Author: Glenda Taylor
The Best Ceiling Fans to Keep Your Home Breezy Without Cranking the AC, Tested
Learn how to choose the best ceiling fan for any room in the house, and find out which models top the list in this buyer’s guide.
Thinking About Insulating Your Garage Door? Here’s What You Need to Know
Insulating the garage door will help keep your workshop comfortable year round. Here’s what to know about the best types of insulation for the job, and how to get the project started.
Bostitch Air Compressor: Tested Review of the Popular Pancake Model
Solved! What Is Water Hammer, and How Can I Fix It?
Can you hear water pipes banging in your walls? Don’t let water hammer lead to plumbing leaks and costly repairs—these DIY solutions can fix the problem.
The Best Gun Safes to Keep Your Firearms and Loved Ones Safe
The best gun safes keep your personal weapons secure and out of reach. See the best models for home and travel, plus buying tips.
The Minka-Aire Ceiling Fan Is Impressive, but Is It Worth It? A Tested Review
The best ceiling fans keep you comfortable while adding a design element to the space. See how the rustic Barn by Minka-Aire ceiling fan performed in our tests.
California Air Tools 8010: How Quiet and Powerful Is It?
How quiet is the “ultraquiet” California Air Tools 8010 air compressor? And does its quiet operation mean it lacks power? See how it fared in our tests.
Power Your Project: Our In-Depth Makita Air Compressor Test and Review
The Makita portable air compressor isn’t perfect, but it’s a best-selling model for reason. See how this compact compressor performed in our hands-on tests.
A $12 Purdy Paint Brush Made My Paint Job Look Professional
The Purdy 2-inch XL Glide paint brush exceeded our expectations for creating an ultrasmooth, professional look. See why it was the best brush we tested.