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Walmart Is Clearing Out Milwaukee Power Tools Ahead of Spring: Save Up to 66% on Batteries, Drills, Saws, Grinders, and More

Walmart Is Clearing Out Milwaukee Power Tools Ahead of Spring: Save Up to 66% on Batteries, Drills, Saws, Grinders, and More

By Stephanie Cronk

Young woman in winter clothes and knitted white hat with scarf in the winter garden with snow-covered plants.

Lawn Care & Gardening

3 Crucial Gardening Tasks to Do in February, No Matter Where You Live

By Sandi Schwartz

Dyson Slashes the WashG1 Floor Cleaner to Its Lowest Price Ever Ahead of Spring Cleaning: Save Up to 48% Off Vacuums, Air Purifiers, and More

Cleaning & Organizing

Dyson Drops the WashG1 Floor Cleaner to Its Lowest Price Ever Ahead of Spring Cleaning: Save Up to 48% Off Vacuums, Air Purifiers, and More

By Stephanie Cronk

A welder in protective gear works on a large piece of sheet metal.

Skills & Techniques

MIG vs. TIG Welding: What’s the Difference?

By Bob Beacham, Updated by Theresa Clement

BISSELL FlexClean™ FurForce™ 2-in-1 Vac and Mop Robot in the foreground with a dog standing on the floor and a woman sitting on the couch in the background.

Cleaning & Organizing

Bissell’s New FurForce Robot Was Built Specifically for Pet Owners

By Sandi Schwartz

Amazon Slashed Spring Cleaning Essentials to Clearance-Level Pricing—Save Up to 50% Off Dyson, Shark, Bissell, and More

Cleaning & Organizing

Amazon Slashed Spring Cleaning Essentials to Clearance-Level Pricing—Save Up to 50% Off Dyson, Shark, Bissell, and More

By Glenda Taylor

Home Depot Slashes Prices on Ryobi Tools: Save Up to 55% Off Combo Kits, Impact Wrenches, and More

Home Depot Slashes Prices on Ryobi Tools: Save Up to 55% Off Combo Kits, Impact Wrenches, and More

By Glenda Taylor

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The Best Sawhorses of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

By Glenda Taylor, Michelle Ullman

Amazon Drops Home Essentials to Under $25—Save on WorkPro, Mossy Oak, Olight and More

Cleaning & Organizing

Amazon Drops Home Essentials to Under $25—Save on WorkPro, Mossy Oak, Olight and More

By Glenda Taylor

The best roof rake option in action pulling snow off a roof.

The Best Roof Rakes of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

By Glenda Taylor, Timothy Dale, Zach Lazzari

This 300-Piece Ryobi Bit Set Is Under $75—and Worth Every Penny

This 300-Piece Ryobi Bit Set Is Under $75—and Worth Every Penny

By Dan Goldstein

A person applies grout to tiled flooring (left) and someone applies caulk to a bathroom seam.

Grout vs. Caulk: What’s the Difference?

By Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila

The Best Cordless Hammer Drill Options

The Best Cordless Hammer Drills, Tested and Reviewed

By Glenda Taylor, Tom Scalisi

Amazon Drops Garden Supplies to Clearance-Level Pricing—Save Up to 60% Off Vego, Fiskars, Corona, and More

Lawn Care & Gardening

Amazon Drops Garden Supplies to Clearance-Level Pricing—Save Up to 60% Off Vego, Fiskars, and Corona: 167 Deals on Tools, Seeds, Rasied Gardens, and More

By Stephanie Cronk

Amazon Drops Prices on Tools for Presidents' Day—Save Up to 45% on Combo Kits, Power Tools, Hand Tools, and More

Amazon Drops Prices on Tools for Presidents’ Day—Save Up to 45% on Combo Kits, Power Tools, Hand Tools, and More

By Stephanie Cronk

A homeowner standing in a wet basement with water pooling on the floor and tools and supplies on the floor.

Repair & Maintenance

Don’t Forget This Important Interior To-Do Before Spring Arrives

By Sandi Schwartz

Vacuum with attachments tied to the highest step of a ladder with a bungee cord.

How I Got Rid of Cellar Spiders (and Their Wall-Staining Webs) in My Garage

By Sandi Schwartz

Ace Hardware Drops Milwaukee Combo Kits to Clearance-Level Ahead of Presidents' Day—Save 68%

Ace Hardware Slashes 68% Off Milwaukee Combo Kits Ahead of Presidents’ Day

By Glenda Taylor

Former President Jimmy Carter building a home with Habitat for Humanity

Building & Installing

How 1 President Helped Build Thousands of Homes After Leaving Office

By Theresa Clement

Home Depot Slashed Prices on Outdoor Power Tools for Presidents' Day—Save up to 50% Off Ryobi, DeWalt, Makita and More

Lawn Care & Gardening

Home Depot Slashed Prices on Outdoor Tools for Presidents’ Day—Save up to 50% Off Ryobi, DeWalt, Makita and More

By Glenda Taylor

A couple meeting their site contractor to review architectural layout and home improvement updates for their renovation project.

Bathroom Remodeling

The Most Common Reasons a Renovation Stalls, According to General Contractors

By Sandi Schwartz

This Is The Best Way To Attach A Wood Post To Existing Concrete

This $20 Post Base Is the Solution for Every Deck, Pergola, and Shed Project

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

The Best Single-Stage Snow Blowers of 2026, Expert-Tested and Reviewed

By Tony Carrick, Tom Scalisi, Zach Lazzari

The Best Silicone Spray Options

Repair & Maintenance

The Best Silicone Sprays of 2026—Expert Picks

By Timothy Dale

The Best Lawn Mower Snow Blower Combos Options

The Best Lawn Mower Snow Blower Combos of 2026—Expert Picks

close up of all tested models of the Best Jointer Planer Combo

The Best Jointer Planer Combos of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

By Mark Wolfe, Bob Beacham

Close up view of a fire ant colony on the ground.

How to Get Rid of Fire Ants

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

The Best Shower Caulk Options

Repair & Maintenance

The Best Caulk for Showers of 2026: Tested and Reviewed

By Manasa Reddigari, Tom Scalisi

The Best Tile Cutters

The Best Tile Cutters of 2026, Expert-Tested and Reviewed

By Tony Carrick, Tom Scalisi, Glenda Taylor

Ace Hardware Is Giving Away Milwaukee Tool Boxes for Presidents' Day

Ace Hardware Is Giving Away Milwaukee Tool Boxes for Presidents’ Day

By Glenda Taylor

Best Wire Cutters Options

The Best Wire Cutters of 2026, Expert-Tested and Reviewed

By James Fitzgerald

Amazon Is Clearing Out Ego Power Tools for Presidents' Day—Save Up to 30% Off Lawn Mowers, String Trimmers, and More

Lawn Care & Gardening

Amazon Is Clearing Out Ego Power Tools for Presidents’ Day—Save Up to 30% Off Lawn Mowers, String Trimmers, and More

By Stephanie Cronk

Ace Hardware Slashed Prices Ahead of Presidents' Day—Save on Lawn Mowers, Grills, Garden Prep, and More: Prices Start as Low as $1.29

Lawn Care & Gardening

Ace Hardware Slashed Prices Ahead of Presidents’ Day—Save on Lawn Mowers, Grills, Garden Prep, and More: Prices Start as Low as $1.29

By Glenda Taylor

A selection of the best brad nailers

The Best Brad Nailers of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

By Tom Scalisi, Glenda Taylor

Aerogarden Seed Starter Review

Lawn Care & Gardening

I Finally Found a Seed-Starting System That Actually Works All Winter

By Debbie Wolfe

Choosing a Hammer Drill vs. Impact Drill vs. Drill

Hammer Drill vs. Impact Driver vs. Drill: What’s the Difference?

By Katelin Hill, Bob Beacham, Updated by Theresa Clement

The Best Forstner Bit Sets—Tested and Reviewed in 2026

The Best Forstner Bit Sets—Tested and Reviewed in 2026

By Mark Wolfe, Bob Beacham

Retailers Slash Prices on Power Tools, Generators, Home Security, and More Ahead of Presidents' Day: Save on DeWalt, Milwaukee, EcoFlow, and More

Retailers Slash Prices on Power Tools, Generators, Home Security, and More Ahead of Presidents’ Day: Save on DeWalt, Milwaukee, EcoFlow, and More

By Stephanie Cronk

A woman is organizing a tidy closet.

Cleaning & Organizing

The Custom Closet Project One Professional Organizer Calls Her All-Time Favorite

By Sandi Schwartz

A gardener wearing gloves trims wilted hydrangea flowers during winter.

Lawn Care & Gardening

3 Plants You Should Prune in February to Spur Spring Growth

By Sandi Schwartz

A football game on a TV with a football in the foreground.

Easy DIY Projects

Skipping the Big Game? 6 Easy Home Projects to Tackle on Super Bowl Sunday Instead

By Jenny Stanley

Amazon Drops Prices on Valentine's Gifts for DIYers—Save Up to 40% on DeWalt, Leatherman, Craftsman, and More: Prices Starting at $8

Amazon Drops Prices on Valentine’s Gifts for DIYers—Save Up to 40% on DeWalt, Leatherman, Craftsman, and More: Prices Starting at $8

By Glenda Taylor

Woman choosing which storage bins to buy at a home store.

Cleaning & Organizing

5 Things You Need to Do Before You Buy Any New Bins, According to Professional Organizers

By Sandi Schwartz

Person removing snow from roof with roof rake

The Best Tools to Combat Snow and Ice in 2026: Editor Approved

By Jennifer Noonan

Best track saws

The Best Track Saws for Woodworking Projects

By Glenda Taylor, Mark Clement

A 100-year-old dresser before and after photo.

Furniture & Design

How One DIYer Restored a 100-Year-Old Dresser to Its Former Glory (Without Paint)

By Theresa Clement

A black and white photo of a home garden with lots of plant.

Lawn Care & Gardening

If the 2026 Colors of the Year Were Plants…

By Audrey Stallsmith

Lowe's Is Giving Away Free DeWalt Batteries Ahead of Presidents' Day—$169 Value

Lowe’s Is Giving Away Free DeWalt Batteries Ahead of Presidents’ Day—$169 Value

By Glenda Taylor

Amazon Drops DeWalt Power Tools to Clearance-Level Pricing Ahead of Presidents' Day: Save Up to 45% Off Power Tools, Combo Kits, and More

Amazon Drops DeWalt Power Tools to Clearance-Level Pricing Ahead of Presidents’ Day—Save Up to 45% Off Power Tools, Combo Kits, and More

By Stephanie Cronk

This Skil Laser Level Costs 65% Less Than Popular Models—And Outperforms Them

This Skil Laser Level Costs 65% Less Than Popular Models—And Outperforms Them

By Dan Goldstein

Man placing top window on DIY cold frame outdoors in winter.

Lawn Care & Gardening

How I Use Cold Frames to Extend My Growing Season in New England

By Lauren Landers

The Best Fire Escape Ladder hanging out of a window and extending several stories down.

The Best Fire Escape Ladders for Any Home

Home Depot Is Clearing Out Ryobi Tools Ahead of Presidents' Day—Prices Under $50: Save on Power Tools, Accessories, Cleaning Tools, and More

Home Depot Is Clearing Out Ryobi Tools Ahead of Presidents’ Day—Prices Under $50: Save on Power Tools, Accessories, Cleaning Tools, and More

By Glenda Taylor

Man dressed black T-shirt and jeans sitting in a comfortable armchair, using a modern slim laptop and drinking tea in house sunroom.

Building & Installing

Home Improvements That Add Comfort, Function, and Long-Term Value in 2026

By Sandi Schwartz

TruGreen Lawn Care Service offers a Military Discount

Lawn Care & Gardening

TruGreen Is Giving Away 6 Weeks of Free Lawn Care This February to Get Your Yard Ready for Spring

By Stephanie Cronk

icicles tan house

Repair & Maintenance

How to Get Rid of Ice Dams—and Prevent Them in the First Place

By Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila, Evelyn Auer

Sofa with storage space under cushions.

Furniture & Design

7 Secret Furniture Storage Solutions to Hide Away Clutter

By Sandi Schwartz

Minimalist bathroom with a round mirror, floating vanity, and natural greenery, offering a view of serene outdoor scenery.

Bathroom Remodeling

This Once-Popular Bathroom Feature Is Falling Out of Favor (and What’s Replacing It)

By Sandi Schwartz

Home Depot Is Clearing Out Ryobi Tools for Free Ahead of President's Day—Combo Kits, Outdoor Tools, Batteries, and More

Home Depot Is Clearing Out Ryobi Tools for Free Ahead of Presidents Day—Combo Kits, Outdoor Tools, Batteries, and More

By Glenda Taylor

The Best Snow Blowers for Gravel Driveways Options

The Best Snow Blowers for Gravel Driveways of 2026, Expert Picks

By Tony Carrick, Tom Scalisi, Zach Lazzari

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

Cleaning & Organizing

The Best Dryer Vent Cleaning Kits of 2026, Tested By Experts

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

Radon test kit group

The Best Radon Test Kits of 2026, According to Testing

By Michelle Larson, Timothy Dale

African-American young woman placing seeds in a seed-starting tray.

Easy DIY Projects

Bob Vila’s 10 “Must Do” Projects for February

By BobVila.com Staff

Before showing walls covering old staircase trim.

DIYers Uncover an Old House Treasure After Removing a Wall

By Theresa Clement