More from Tom Scalisi (Page 2)

The best air purifier for pet sitting on a dark surface in a room with dark walls and running as a cat sits next to it.
Heating & Cooling

The Best Air Purifiers for Pets, Vetted

By Ana Chevalier, Glenda Taylor, Tom Scalisi

A green door to a brick home with a pair of keys hanging from a lock.
Building & Installing

How to Change a Door Lock in 7 Steps 

By Glenda Taylor, Tom Scalisi, Reviewed by Bob Vila

Seven of the best wood routers on unstained wood platform
DIY

The 7 Best Wood Routers Tested for DIYers and Hobbyists

By Glenda Taylor, Tom Scalisi

Best gifts for woodworkers on wood background
DIY

The 40 Best Gifts for Woodworkers

By Tom Scalisi, Will Briskin

A group of the best snow shovel options leaning against a trailer in the snow before testing.
Driveways & Walkways

We Tested the Best Snow Shovels, and Our Favorite Makes Lifting Heavy Snow Easier on Everyone

By Zach Lazzari, Andreana Lefton, Tom Scalisi

The best ultrasonic pest repeller in a garden next to undisturbed growing onions.
Garden Pests

Our Favorite Ultrasonic Pest Repeller Features a Plug-and-Play Setup and Works Indoors and Out

By Tom Scalisi

A selection of the best cordless ratchets
DIY

We Tested Cordless Ratchets, Our Favorite Is a Makita That Has the Highest RPM We’ve Seen

By Timothy Dale, Tom Scalisi

A group of the best infrared heaters on a garage floor before hands-on testing.
Heating

After Testing, Our Favorite Infrared Heater Features a Built-in Humidifier for Increased Comfort

By James Fitzgerald, Tom Scalisi

The Best Water Heater Blanket US energy Products 2
Interior

During Testing of Water Heater Blankets, Our Top Pick Offered Superior Insulation and Was Easy to Install

By Tom Scalisi, Jodi Webb

The Best Garage Door Insulation Kits Option
Exterior

We Tested the Top Garage Door Insulation Kits to Retain Warmth, See Our Top Pick

By Tom Scalisi, Timothy Dale

The Best Ratcheting Screwdriver Options
Hand Tools

We Tested the Top Ratcheting Screwdrivers, See Our Favorite

By Glenda Taylor, Tom Scalisi

The Best Heated Jacket Options
Clothing & Gear

These Are The Best Heated Jackets to Keep You Warm All Season Long

By Tom Scalisi

selection of best roof cleaners packages laid out on the floor
Cleaning & Organizing

After Extensive Testing, This Roof Cleaner is Our Go-To Pick For Cleaning and Restoration

By Mike Larson, Tom Scalisi

man working on a benchtop jointer
DIY

Improve Your Woodworking Projects With 2024’s Best Benchtop Jointers

By Tom Scalisi

Orange and black Generac iQ3500 portable inverter generator on grass
Backup Generators

The Best Inverter Generators of 2024 for Backup Power Almost Anywhere, Tested

By Glenda Taylor, Tom Scalisi, Mark Wolfe

The AlorAir Basement/Crawl Space Dehumidifier on a cement pad before installation and testing.
Heating & Cooling

The Best Crawl Space Dehumidifiers of 2024, Tested

By Tom Scalisi

A group of the best electric pressure washers sitting on a recently cleaned driveway
DIY

The Best Electric Pressure Washers of 2024, Tested

By Tom Scalisi, Mark Wolfe

A man and woman measure a kitchen for remodels.
Interior

11 Ways to Reduce Construction Costs for Your Kitchen Renovation

By Tom Scalisi, Updated by Teresa Odle

The Best Gutter Guard option installed on a gutter.
Cleaning & Organizing

We Tested the Best Gutter Guards—These Are Our Favorites

By Glenda Taylor, Timothy Dale, Tom Scalisi, Tony Carrick

The Best Tile Cutters
DIY

This is Our Favorite Tile Cutter From Testing, Plus Others We Recommend

By Tony Carrick, Tom Scalisi, Glenda Taylor

The Best Angle Grinder Options
Power Tools

After Testing the Best Angle Grinders, Our Favorite Automatically Adjusts Speed and Torque

By Glenda Taylor, Timothy Dale, Tom Scalisi

The Best Cordless Caulk Guns
DIY

The Best Cordless Caulking Gun for A Fast, Professional Finish

By Bob Beacham, Tom Scalisi

The Best Cordless Screwdriver Options
DIY

We Tested The Best Cordless Screwdrivers of 2024, See Our Favorite

By Tom Scalisi, Glenda Taylor

Cutting a PVC pipe with a pipe cutter.
DIY

The 3 Best Ways to Cut PVC Pipe

By Tom Scalisi, Bob Vila

Overhead view of a man setting a wax ring around the toilet pipe opening on a tile floor.
Bathrooms

How to Replace the Wax Ring on a Toilet

By Tom Scalisi

The Best Staple Gun Options
Power Tools

See Our Test Results from 2024’s Best Staple Guns for Various Projects

By Tom Scalisi

A water heater from the best water heater brands mounted on a laundry room wall
Interior

The Best Water Heater Brands

By Timothy Dale, Tom Scalisi

The Best Caulk Removal Tool Options
DIY

We Tested The Best Caulk Removal Tools: These Are The Must-Haves For Your Tool Kit

By Tom Scalisi, Jodi Webb

The Best Framing Nailer Options
Power Tools

The Best Framing Nailers, Tested and Reviewed

By Tom Scalisi, Tony Carrick

The Best PEX Crimp Tools
Hand Tools

2024’s Best PEX Crimp Tools for Plumbing Projects, Tested

By Glenda Taylor, Tom Scalisi

The Best Mold Remover Options
Cleaning

The Best Mold Removers of 2024 for Showers and Tubs

By Tom Scalisi

The Best Concrete Patch Options
DIY

The Best Concrete Patches for Repairing Holes and Cracks

By Tom Scalisi

The best firewood rack option filled with firewood next to a wood-burning stove backed by a brick surround
Fireplaces & Chimneys

The Best Firewood Racks of 2024 for a Stylish and Cozy Home 

By Tom Scalisi

The Best Work Lights
DIY

The Best Work Lights for the Workshop or Jobsite in 2024, Tested

By Tom Scalisi, Mark Wolfe

The Best Lawn Aerator Options
DIY

The Best Lawn Aerators for Healthier Grass

By Mark Wolfe, Tom Scalisi, Heather Blackmore

Woman wearing safety glasses attaches a smoke detector to the wall above a door.
Building & Installing

How to Install a Smoke Detector

By Tom Scalisi, Bob Vila

The 9 best exterior caulk options together on an outdoor workbench.
DIY

Testing the 9 Best Exterior Caulks That Will Keep Your Home Dry

By Timothy Dale, Tom Scalisi

The Best Pitchfork Options
Gardening

The Best Pitchforks for Gardening or Yard Work in 2024, Tested

By Mark Wolfe, Tom Scalisi

Testing the Vornado 660 fan in a bedroom
Interior

Our 10 Best Fans for Cooling the Home, Tested and Reviewed

By Katie Barton, Tom Scalisi

The Best Wire Stripper Options
Hand Tools

The Best Wire Strippers for Professional and DIY Projects, Tested 

By Tom Scalisi, Glenda Taylor

The Best Solar Gutter Lights Options
Energy & Power

The Best Solar Gutter Lights to Illuminate Your Yard in 2024, Tested

By Amber Guetebier, Tom Scalisi

A group of the best portable power station options
Interior

2024’s Best Portable Power Stations for Electricity Anywhere, Tested

By Tom Scalisi, Beth Cranston, Stephanie Cronk, Timothy Dale, Mark Wolfe

The Best Tool Box Options
DIY

The Best Tool Boxes of 2024 for Weekend DIYers, Tested

By Bob Vila, Tom Scalisi, Glenda Taylor

A group of single-stage snow blowers lined up on a snow blown driveway after a storm
DIY

The Best Single-Stage Snow Blowers for Clearing Snow, Tested

By Tony Carrick, Tom Scalisi, Zach Lazzari

A group of the best wood fillers placed together on a wood table before testing.
DIY

The Best Wood Fillers for DIY Fixes to Wooden Surfaces, Tested

By Manasa Reddigari, Tom Scalisi

A group of the best water leak detector options together on a shelf
Home Technology

The Best Water-Leak Detectors, Tested and Reviewed

By Tom Scalisi

The Best Wood Glue Options
Building & Installing

Testing the Best Wood Glues for DIY Projects

By Andreana Lefton, Tom Scalisi

The Best Garage Heater Options grouped together on a garage floor
Exterior

The Best Garage Heaters For Workshop Comfort, Tested

By Glenda Taylor, Timothy Dale, Tom Scalisi

A group of the best window insulation kits still in their packages together on a table before testing.
Energy & Power

The Best Window Insulation Kits to Keep Your Home More Comfortable, Tested

By Tom Scalisi

A group of the best portable workbenches grouped together by an RV before testing.
DIY

The Best Portable Workbenches Tested in 2024

By Tony Carrick, Tom Scalisi

A group of the best drywall sander options together in front of a large section of drywall
Interior

The Best Drywall Sanders in 2024, Tested

By Bob Beacham, Tom Scalisi

A selection of the best circular saws
Power Tools

The Best Circular Saws for the Workshop

By Tom Scalisi, Glenda Taylor

The Best Random Orbital Sander Options
Power Tools

The Best Random Orbital Sanders, Tested and Reviewed

By Glenda Taylor, Tom Scalisi

Several electrician tool belts in the back of a black truck
DIY

The Best Electrician Tool Belts, According to Our Testing

By Timothy Dale, Tom Scalisi

A group of the best rotary laser levels in front of a garage before testing.
Building & Installing

The Best Rotary Laser Levels of 2024, Tested and Reviewed

By Glenda Taylor, Additional research provided by Tom Scalisi

The Best Hammers
Hand Tools

The Best Hammers, Tested and Reviewed

By Michelle Ullman, Tom Scalisi

The Best Miter Saw Stands Options
Power Tools

The Best Miter Saw Stands for Your Workshop

By Timothy Dale, Tom Scalisi

A group of the best tile saw options grouped together in on a driveway
Power Tools

The Best Tile Saws, According to Testing

By Tom Scalisi, Glenda Taylor

The Best Cordless Reciprocating Saws Options
Power Tools

The Best Cordless Reciprocating Saws, Tested

By Tom Scalisi, Glenda Taylor

A group of the best cordless framing nailer options grouped together on wood risers
Power Tools

The Best Cordless Framing Nailers in 2024, Tested

By Tom Scalisi, Glenda Taylor

The Best Benchtop Planer Options
DIY

The Best Benchtop Planers for DIY and Professional Projects, Tested

By Tom Scalisi, Glenda Taylor

Several of the best tool bags on a workbench outdoors before testing.
DIY

The Best Tool Bags for Organizing and Protecting Your Gear, Tested

By Glenda Taylor, Tom Scalisi

A selection of the best brad nailers
DIY

The 7 Best Brad Nailers Tested for Your Trim, Molding, or Cabinet Project

By Tom Scalisi, Glenda Taylor

A group of the best electric screwdriver options grouped together on a small wooden riser prior to testing.
DIY

The Best Electric Screwdrivers, Tested

By Timothy Dale, Tom Scalisi