More from Paul Rankin (Page 2)

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Clothing & Gear

These Work Boots Survived the Toughest Jobs We Could Throw at Them

By Glenda Taylor, By Beth Cranston, By Paul Rankin, By Mark Wolfe

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HVAC

This Portable Air Conditioner is Worth Every Penny

By Paul Rankin, By Savannah Sher

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Reviews

This Smart Appliance Makes My Home More Comfortable Regardless of the Weather

By Paul Rankin

Mold on the Ceiling
Mold & Mildew

How to Get Rid of Mold on the Ceiling

By Katie Flannery, Updated by Paul Rankin

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DIY

Why Is My Washing Machine Not Filling With Water?

By Melissa Graham, Updated by Paul Rankin

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Reviews

This Security Camera Requires Zero Maintenance and Keeps My Home Monitored Without Added Costs

By Paul Rankin

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Gardening

How to Replace a Sprinkler Head on an In-Ground Sprinkler System

By Theresa Clement, By Bob Vila, By Timothy Dale, Updated by Paul Rankin

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Reviews

This Easy Upgrade Can Transform Your Outdoor Space

By Paul Rankin, By Kat Hodgins

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Cooling

What to Do if There’s Mold in Your HVAC Air Ducts

By Melissa Graham, Updated by Paul Rankin

The Best Peel and Stick Floor Tiles FloorPops Medina 03
Reviews

Yes, Peel-and-Stick Floor Tiles Really Work—And These Are the Best

By Paul Rankin, By Glenda Taylor

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Cleaning & Organizing

How to Remove Duct Tape Residue

By Bob Vila, Updated by Paul Rankin

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Landscaping

How to Edge a Lawn

By Steffani Cameron, By Bob Vila, Updated by Paul Rankin

Dreo Countertop RO System
Reviews

This Countertop RO Filter Requires No Plumbing and No Installation

By Paul Rankin

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Painting & Finishing

Can You Paint Over Mold?

By Katie Flannery, By Evelyn Auer, Updated by Paul Rankin

The Best Drain Cleaners
Plumbing Supplies

This $7 Product Can Clear Even the Most Stubborn Drain Clog

By Paul Rankin, By Manasa Reddigari, By Timothy Dale

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Pests

What Are the Tiny Black Bugs in My House Near the Window?

By Nicole Fallon-Peek, Updated by Paul Rankin

The Best Shower Heads for Low Water Pressure
Bath Fixtures & Fittings

Give Your Bathroom a Spa-Like Feel Thanks to This Simple and Affordable Upgrade

By Paul Rankin, By Tony Carrick

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Cleaning & Organizing

How to Get Gum Out of Carpet

By Manasa Reddigari, Updated by Paul Rankin

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Reviews

This Simple Kitchen Upgrade Helps Keep Germs From Spreading

By Glenda Taylor, By Stephanie Cronk, By Paul Rankin, By Debbie Wolfe

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Reviews

 I Had This Simple Kitchen Upgrade For Only 6 Months—And It’s Worth Every Penny

By Paul Rankin

TV media basement living room with leather sofa.
Basements

15 Basement Ceiling Ideas to Inspire Your Space

By Ayn Monique Klahre, By Theresa Clement, Updated by Paul Rankin

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Interior

Why Is My Carbon Monoxide Detector Beeping?

By Tony Carrick, Updated by Paul Rankin

A man carrying a toddler whose hand is on the open refrigerator door.
Appliances

How Long Do Refrigerators Last?

By Theresa Clement, By Bob Vila, By Manasa Reddigari, Updated by Paul Rankin

A blue portable generator is in front of a house.
Generators

What Size Generator Do I Need?

By Katie Flannery, By Evelyn Auer, Updated by Paul Rankin

The Best Wireless Doorbell Options
Safety & Security

Our Favorite Wireless Doorbell Is a Breeze to Set Up and Offers the Best Resolution Based On Our Testing

By Paul Rankin, By Amy Lynch, By Timothy Dale

The Best Under-Sink Water Filter Options
Plumbing Supplies

After Testing Multiple Under-Sink Water Filter Systems, See Why This Apec Model Was Hands-Down Our Favorite

By Glenda Taylor, By Kristen Mosier, By Corey Foster, By Paul Rankin

New copper gutters collect small icicles where a downspout will be installed in snowy weather.
Gutters

Types of Gutters and Materials to Consider for Your Home

By Michelle Ullman, By Bob Vila, Updated by Paul Rankin

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Safety & Security

Our Favorite Video Doorbell Offers Crisp Clarity and Increased Security Features

By Paul Rankin, By Jasmine Harding

Sunseeker Robotic Lawn Mower Review
Lawn, Garden & Pool

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

By Paul Rankin

A red car is parked outside of a concrete two-car garage with wooden doors.
Driveways & Walkways

Cement vs. Concrete: What’s the Difference?

By Bob Vila, Updated by Paul Rankin

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Entryways

How to Install a Storm Door

By Donna Boyle Schwartz, Updated by Paul Rankin

Rusted screws on address numbers in a brick wall.
Skills & Techniques

How to Remove Rusted Screws

By Rick Muscoplat, By Bob Vila, Updated by Paul Rankin

The Best Water Cooler
Appliances & Cookware

We Tested 2025’s Best Water Coolers, See Our Favorite Picks

By Jasmine Harding, By Paul Rankin

A woman is walking towards the washer and dryer with a basket of clothes.
Flooring

5 Great Options for Laundry Room Flooring (and 3 Options to Skip)

By Manasa Reddigari, By Bob Vila, Updated by Paul Rankin

Hand shaking toilet flusher.
Repair & Maintenance

Why Is My Toilet Hissing?

By Glenda Taylor, By Bob Vila, Updated by Paul Rankin

A professional technician is working on a home generator.
Generators

Home Generator Maintenance Tips to Keep Your Backup Power Shipshape

By Glenda Taylor, Updated by Paul Rankin

The Best Outdoor Security Camera Options
Safety & Security

The Best Outdoor Security Cameras for Surveillance and Safety, Tested

By Tony Carrick, By Paul Rankin, By Glenda Taylor

Swarm of flying ants on piece of wood in home.
Pest Control

How to Get Rid of Flying Ants

By Bob Vila, Updated by Paul Rankin

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Outdoor Furniture

The Best Zero-Gravity Chairs for Ultimate Relaxation, Tested

By Glenda Taylor, By Beth Cranston, By Stephanie Cronk, By Michelle Larson, By Paul Rankin, By Carol Benton

All the pieces of the Holikme 30-Foot 11-Piece Dryer Vent Cleaner Kit laid out before testing.
Cleaning Supplies

The Best Dryer Vent Cleaning Kits, Tested

By Paul Rankin, By Becky Helzer, By Michelle Larson, By Kathleen Corlett, By Kara Illig, Additional research provided by Stacey L. Nash

A collection of Sunday products.
DIY

We Asked 5 BobVila.com Editors to Try Sunday Lawn—and the Results Shocked Every Single One 

By Sophie Kaemmerlé, By Becky Helzer, By Catherine Hiles, By Paul Rankin, By Jenny Stanley, By Daryna Tobey

The Best Air Mattresses Options
Mattresses & Bedding

The Best Air Mattresses for Guests, Camping, and Travel

By Glenda Taylor, By Beth Cranston, By Paul Rankin, By Alexandra Mantella, By Michelle Larson

The Festool SYS 4 Sortainer Tool Chest stocked with tools on a workbench during testing.
Storage & Organizing

The Best Tool Chests for Organizing Your Workshop, Tested

By Glenda Taylor, By Paul Rankin, By Kara Illig, By Michelle Larson, Additional research provided by Timothy Dale, By Bob Beacham