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The Best Thermal Cameras to Identify Issues and Avoid Drilling Holes

By Glenda Taylor, By Timothy Dale

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How AI-Equipped Appliances Can Make You a Better Homeowner

By Tony Carrick

Presented By LG Electronics

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We Spent 18 Hours Testing Home Safes to Find the Best Picks to Protect Your Valuables

By Michelle Larson, By Jasmine Harding, By Michelle Ullman

How to Set a Light Timer

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5 Mistakes You’re Making When Setting a Light Timer Before Vacation

By Jonathon Bitner Jr.

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2 Years In, I’m Still Getting Used to My Induction Stove—Here’s What I Wish I Knew Sooner

By Sandi Schwartz

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We Tested the Best Water Leak Detectors—Here Are the Winners

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From Cloudy to Crystal Clear: Best Well Water Filters

Prime Day Home Security Deals on Blink Security Cameras and More

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Prime Day Home Security Deals Are Live—Save Up to 63% on Ring, Blink & More

By Glenda Taylor

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3 Ways to Remove a Broken Light Bulb

By Katelin Hill, By Bob Vila

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5 Things That Have Changed About Water Heaters Since the Last Time You Purchased One

By Sandi Schwartz

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When Should You Worry About Cracks in Your Walls?

By Glenda Taylor, By Bob Vila, Updated by Theresa Clement

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After Filtering 50+ Gallons, Our Tests Show Faucet Water Filters Don’t Have To Be Expensive

By Mark Wolfe, By Timothy Dale, By Amy Lynch

One of the best room humidifiers on a glass coffee table in a living room.

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We Researched 57 Humidifiers and Our Top Pick Runs for 60 Hours on One Fill

By Glenda Taylor

Left, an ultrasonic humidifier. Right, an evaporative humidifier.

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Ultrasonic vs. Evaporative Humidifier: Which Is Better?

By Deirdre Mundorf

The Best Carbon Monoxide Detector Options

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2025’s Best Carbon Monoxide Detectors for Home Safety, Tested

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How to Change a Door Lock in 7 Steps

By Glenda Taylor, By Tom Scalisi, Reviewed by Bob Vila

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Our Favorite Power Station Deals Are Up to Half-Off in the Bluetti Black Friday Sale

By Amber Guetebier

The Best New Gadgets and Tech Tool Options

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The Best New Gadgets and Tech Tools of 2024

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Home Technology

Move Over Touch Screens, Buttons Are Coming Back to Home Tech

By Sandi Schwartz

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Smart Furniture Has Many Benefits—But It’s Not for Everyone

By Sandi Schwartz