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A crack running through a white interior wall.

Home Technology

When Should You Worry About Cracks in Your Walls?

By Glenda Taylor, Bob Vila, Updated by Theresa Clement

10 Water faucet filters laying on a white countertop

Home Technology

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

By Mark Wolfe, Timothy Dale, Amy Lynch

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

Home Technology

Ultrasonic vs. Evaporative Humidifier: Which Is Better?

By Deirdre Mundorf

The Best Carbon Monoxide Detector Options

Home Technology

The Best Carbon Monoxide Detectors for Home Safety, According to Our Tests

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

Home Technology

How to Change a Door Lock in 7 Steps

By Glenda Taylor, 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

Home Technology

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

A person at home using tablet with smart home control functions.

Home Technology

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

By Sandi Schwartz

The Best Smart Lock Options

Home Technology

The Best Smart Locks For Your Needs, Tested and Reviewed

By Nancy Dunham, Glenda Taylor

A home heat pump control system.

Home Technology

4 Parts of the Home That Can Be Made More Efficient by Heat Pump Technology

tv above fireplace woman watching tv with elderly parents in living room with tv mounted above fireplace

Home Technology

Solved! Why It’s a Mistake to Mount a TV Above a Fireplace

By Glenda Taylor, Phillip Tinner

The Most Useful Gadgets for the Home Options

Home Technology

The 27 Most Useful Gadgets for the Home

By Jasmine Harding

The Best Wireless Surround-Sound System Options

Home Technology

The 7 Best Wireless Surround-Sound Systems for the Home, Tested

By Timothy Dale, Markkus Rovito

Visual 1 - HomeAdvisor - Home Elevator Cost - Cost Range + Average - January 2024

Home Technology

How Much Does a Home Elevator Cost to Install?

By Brie Greenhalgh, Evelyn Auer

Woman standing in open door.

Home Technology

The Pros and Cons of Smart Window Coverings

By Sandi Schwartz, Stella Kim

A person getting a glass of water from a kitchen faucet that's hooked up to the best whole house water filter option

Home Technology

The Best Whole-House Water Filters

By Timothy Dale

Hello, Homeowners: The 8 Most Useful Apps for Your Phone

Home Technology

Hello, Homeowners: The 8 Most Useful Apps for Your Phone

Alexa Intruder Alert

Home Technology

Solved! What Is the Alexa Intruder Alert, and How Effective Is It?

By Meghan Wentland

The Best Cable Management Option

Home Technology

The Best Cable-Management Solutions

By Lauren David

Sulfur Smell in the House? 6 Possible Causes

Home Technology

Solved! What to Do About a Sulfur Smell in the House

how to move a refrigerator

Home Technology

How to Move a Refrigerator Safely

By Gretchen Heber, Bob Vila, Amy Lynch

10 Home Maintenance Projects You Should Be Doing Every Month

Home Technology

10 Home Maintenance Projects You Should Be Doing Every Month

By Savannah Sher

The Best Smart Home System Options

Home Technology

The Best Smart Home Systems

By Timothy Dale, Kat Hodgins

repair of computer hard drives. on the table . concept of computer technology and repair

Home Technology

How to Destroy a Hard Drive

By Timothy Dale

Best Car Accessories: 19 Gadgets Your Ride Really Needs

Home Technology

Best Car Accessories: 19 Gadgets Your Ride Really Needs

By Tom Scalisi, Bob Vila

water resistant vs waterproof

Home Technology

Water-Resistant vs. Waterproof: What’s the Difference?

expanding foam insulation

Home Technology

The Dos and Don’ts of Using Expanding Foam Insulation Around the House

By Glenda Taylor

Bob Vila and Tim Allen on Home Again

Home Technology

Proof That Bob Vila Still Lives in Tim Allen’s Head Rent-Free After All These Years

By Nicole Shein

5 Signs Your Home Needs a Dehumidifier

Home Technology

5 Signs Your Home Needs a Dehumidifier—and How to Select the Right One

By Glenda Taylor

How to Dispose of Cooking Oil

Home Technology

How To: Dispose of Cooking Oil

By Glenda Taylor

6 Things to Know Before Switching to a Smart Thermostat

Home Technology

6 Things to Know Before Switching to a Smart Thermostat

By Glenda Taylor

16 Simple Tricks to Stay Seriously Warm This Winter

Home Technology

16 Simple Tricks to Stay Seriously Warm This Winter

By Glenda Taylor

7 Common Water Problems—and Their Cures

Home Technology

7 Common Water Problems—and Their Cures

By Donna Boyle Schwartz

How to Dispose of Batteries

Home Technology

The Right Way to Dispose of Batteries

9 Smarter Spots for the TV

Home Technology

9 Smarter Spots for the TV

By Donna Boyle Schwartz