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FLEX Tools Track and Storage

The FLEX Track-Lock System: Keep Your Tools Off the Floor, Off the Bench, and Within Easy Reach

By Glenda Taylor

Ace Hardware Is Clearing Out Milwaukee Hand Tools and Power Tools for Memorial Day—Up to 42% Off

Ace Hardware Is Clearing Out Milwaukee Hand Tools and Power Tools for Memorial Day—Up to 42% Off

By Glenda Taylor

AlorAir Air Scrubber in use in a dusty workshop

Stop Letting Construction Dust Take Over Your Home—The AlorAir CleanShield Can Help

By Glenda Taylor

Several screwdrivers on a wooden workbench.

Common Types of Screwdrivers and How to Use Them

By Glenda Taylor, Tom Scalisi, Updated by Theresa Clement

The Boxblayde electric cardboard cutter on a work surface during testing

Is the BoxBlayde Worth It? A Hands-On Review of This Cordless Box Cutter

A group of the best gas chainsaws next to a pile of wood during testing

The Best Gas Chainsaws of 2026, Tested by Experts

By Mark Wolfe, Additional research provided by Bob Beacham

Several of the best hand tools kits together before testing

The Best Hand Tools for Any DIYer’s Workshop, Tested and Reviewed

By Glenda Taylor, Mark Wolfe

REI's Biggest Sale of the Year Is Clearing Out Tools, Coolers, and Outdoor Gear—Up to 44% Off

REI’s Biggest Sale of the Year Is Clearing Out Tools, Coolers, and Outdoor Gear—Up to 44% Off

By Glenda Taylor

Ace Hardware Is Clearing Out Milwaukee Hand Tools and Power Tools for Memorial Day—Up to 42% Off

Home Depot Drops Milwaukee Tools to Clearance-Level Prices for Memorial Day—Up to 51% Off Combo Kits, Drills, Saws, and More

By Glenda Taylor

Two tools from the DeWalt 7-tool combo kit on a workbench before testing

7 Tools, 1 Kit: Why DeWalt’s XR Combo Set Is Hard To Beat

By Robert Annis

A person using one of the best pocket chainsaws to cut a fallen branch

Fell Branches and Trees on the Fly With the 7 Best Pocket Chainsaws of 2026

By Tony Carrick, Tom Scalisi

Lowe's Drops Craftsman Tools Up to 70% Off Ahead of Memorial Day—Combo Kits, Mechanics Sets, and More

Lowe’s Drops Craftsman Tools Up to 70% Off Ahead of Memorial Day—Combo Kits, Mechanics Sets, and More

By Glenda Taylor

Flex Brushless FX2271 Reciprocating Saw

I’ve Tested Dozens of Reciprocating Saws—This Flex Saw Is the Best I’ve Used

By Tony Carrick

The Best Knee Pads for Protection and Comfort, Tested by Construction Experts

By Tony Carrick, Glenda Taylor, Additional research provided by Alisa Martin

The Giraffe Tools Grandfalls Pro washing a car during testing

I Tested a Wall-Mounted Pressure Washer for a Month—Here’s My Honest Take

A person with work gloves uses a wet saw to cut tile as they work on a backsplash.

How to Use a Wet Saw to Cut Tile

By Theresa Clement

Lowe's Is Giving Away Free Bosch Tools Ahead of Father's Day—Here's How to Get One Worth Up to $299

Lowe’s Drops Power Tools to Clearance-Level Prices for Spring—Up to 70% Off DeWalt, Craftsman, Kobalt, and More

By Glenda Taylor

Mechanical brushing of sofa upholstery using drill brush attachment.

6 Smart Ways You Can Use Your Drill to Clean

By Sandi Schwartz

Walmart Is Clearing Out Milwaukee Tools—Up to 54% Off Drills, Combo Kits, and More

Walmart Is Clearing Out Milwaukee Tools—Up to 54% Off Drills, Combo Kits, and More

By Stephanie Cronk

A weed torch producing a flame to burn weeds.

Why You Should Use a Weed Torch Instead of Herbicide—and How to Use One

By Tony Carrick

Lowe's Is Giving Away Free DeWalt Tools for Spring—Here's How to Get One

Lowe’s Is Giving Away Free DeWalt Tools for Spring—Here’s How to Get One

By Glenda Taylor

The Best Oil For Lawn Mower Options

The Best Oils for Lawn Mower Maintenance of 2026, Vetted by Experts

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The Best Electric Chainsaws of 2026, Tested and Reviewed by Experts

By Mark Wolfe, Additional research provided by Tom Scalisi

Ryobi Days Rivals Early Prime Day Deals on Outdoor Power Tools

Home Depot Is Clearing Out Ryobi Power Tools for Spring—Up to 60% Off Drills, Saws, Batteries, and More

By Glenda Taylor

Lowe's Drops Ego Tools Up to 40% for Spring—Save on Mowers, Trimmers, Blowers, and More

Lowe’s Drops Ego Tools Up to 40% for Spring—Save on Mowers, Trimmers, Blowers, and More

By Glenda Taylor

The New Decked Tool Box Is the Most Durable Truck Tool Box We've Ever Tested

The New Decked Tool Box Is the Most Durable Truck Tool Box We’ve Ever Tested

Home Depot Is Giving Away Free Ryobi Tools—Trimmers, Sprayers, and More Up to $109 Value

Home Depot Is Giving Away Free Ryobi Tools—Trimmers, Sprayers, Blowers, and More

By Glenda Taylor

The Best Pruning Saw Options

The Best Pruning Saws of 2026, Expert-Tested and Reviewed

By Glenda Taylor, Mark Wolfe

Lowe's is Giving Away DeWalt Batteries for Spring—$169 Value for Free

Lowe’s is Giving Away DeWalt Batteries for Spring—$169 Value for Free

By Glenda Taylor

The Best Socket Sets Options laid out in their cases on a cement sidewalk

We Put 8 Socket Sets Through Demanding Tests to Find the Best for Every DIYer

By Tony Carrick, Timothy Dale

A set of dated power tools.

How to Recycle Old Tools—or Dispose of Them Responsibly

By Timothy Dale

8 pump sprayers lined up on a lawn

The Best Pump Sprayers of 2026, According to Expert Testing

By Tony Carrick, Glenda Taylor

Person in gloves using an orange heat gun to thaw a frozen PVC pipe.

How to Use a Heat Gun (and 10 Things You Can Do With One)

By Theresa Clement

The Best Bow Saws for Clean Cuts

The Best Bow Saws for Fast Cuts, Tested and Reivewed

By Mark Wolfe, Additional research provided by Bob Beacham

Home Depot Drops Power Tools Up to 71% Off for Spring Black Friday--DeWalt, Milwaukee, Ryobi, and More

Home Depot Drops Power Tools Up to 71% Off for Spring Black Friday—DeWalt, Milwaukee, Ryobi, and More

By Glenda Taylor

Home Depot's Spring Black Friday Is Live—Up to 69% Off Tools, Grills, Appliances, and More at Clearance-Level Prices

Home Depot’s Spring Black Friday Ends Soon: Last Chance on Up to 69% Off Tools, Grills, Appliances, and More

By Glenda Taylor

A group of the best table saw options together next to the side of a house

The 9 Best Table Saws of 2026, Expert-Tested and Reviewed

By Tony Carrick, Glenda Taylor, Mark Clement

A group of the best pressure washers in a driveway before testing.

We Tested 14 of the Best Pressure Washers and Discovered PSI Isn’t Everything—Here’s What to Look for Instead

By Glenda Taylor, Mark Wolfe

Home Depot Drops Tools and Home Goods Up to 56% for Spring Black Friday—Save on Milwaukee, Ryobi, LG, and More

Home Depot Drops Tools and Home Goods Up to 56% for Spring Black Friday—Save on Milwaukee, Ryobi, LG, and More

By Glenda Taylor

A group of the best laser measures, still in their packages, grouped together on a table before testing

The Best Laser Measures for DIYers and Pros, Tested and Reviewed

By Tom Scalisi, Timothy Dale, Paul Rankin

BobVila.com Tool of the Year 2026 badge with examples of 2025 winners from DeWalt, Stihl, Toro, Makita, and more

We’re Searching for the Next Tool of the Year: How to Apply to BobVila.com’s 2026 Awards

By BobVila.com Staff

A group of the best home tool kits before testing

The Best Home Tool Kits for Tackling Any Home Repair, Tested and Reviewed

By Tony Carrick, Debbie Wolfe

Home Depot Is Clearing Out New Power Tools During Spring Black Friday—Up to 72% Off Milwaukee, DeWalt, Ryobi, and More

Home Depot Is Clearing Out New Power Tools During Spring Black Friday—Up to 72% Off Milwaukee, DeWalt, Ryobi, and More

By Glenda Taylor

Several of the best screwdriver sets laid out together on a counter.

The Best Screwdriver Sets to Tackle Any Home Repair or Project, Tested

By Mark Wolfe, Michelle Larson, Timothy Dale

Milwaukee Tools Are Up to 56% Off at Walmart—Batteries, Drills, Saws, and More

Milwaukee Tools Are Up to 56% Off at Walmart—Batteries, Drills, Saws, and More

By Stephanie Cronk

Home Depot Is Clearing Out Ryobi Power Tools for Spring Black Friday—Save Up to 69% Off Drills, Sanders, Combo Kits, and More

Home Depot Is Clearing Out Ryobi Power Tools for Spring Black Friday—Save Up to 60% Off Drills, Sanders, Combo Kits, and More

By Glenda Taylor

The Best Tape Measures Options laid on a table in close-up

The Best Tape Measures, Tested for Accuracy and Durability

By Glenda Taylor, Andreana Lefton

Home Depot Deals

Home Depot Dropped Tool Prices to Clearance-Level—Up to 59% Off Milwaukee, DeWalt, Ridgid, Ryobi, and More

By Glenda Taylor

Many garden tools like shovels and trowels laid out on a wooden workshop table in the sunlight.

How to Clean and Care for Your Gardening Tools

By Kelsey Savage, Bob Vila

Leatherman's Vault Is Open—3 Days Only to Buy Rare, Sold-Out Garage Tools

Leatherman’s Vault Is Open—Buy Rare, Sold-Out Garage Tools Starting at $30

By Glenda Taylor

Home Depot Dropped Ryobi Deals That Beat Amazon's Big Spring Event—Up to 55% Off Tools and Outdoor Power Gear

Home Depot Dropped Ryobi Deals That Beat Amazon’s Big Spring Event—Up to 55% Off Tools and Outdoor Power Gear

By Glenda Taylor

Huepar Laser Level in action

The Best Laser Levels for Precision Work at Home and on the Job

By Tom Scalisi, Mark Wolfe, Glenda Taylor

DeWalt Tools Are Up to 55% Off During Amazon's Big Spring Sale—Save on Combo Kits, Drills, Saws, and More

DeWalt Tools Are Up to 55% Off During Amazon’s Big Spring Sale—Save on Combo Kits, Drills, Saws, and More

By Stephanie Cronk

Amazon's Big Spring Sale Has Power Tools at Clearance-Level Prices—Up to 52% Off DeWalt, Bosch, and More

Amazon’s Big Spring Sale Has Power Tools at Clearance-Level Prices—Up to 52% Off DeWalt, Bosch, and More

By Stephanie Cronk

Circular saw on a piece of plywood, surrounded by hex wrench, spare blades, tape, and other supplies.

How to Cut Plywood Properly

By Chris Gardner, Tony Carrick

Home Depot Dropped This 84-Piece GearWrench Socket Set—Now 44% Off

Home Depot Slashed the Price on This 84-Piece Gearwrench Socket Set—Now 44% Off

By Glenda Taylor

Home Depot Is Giving Away a Free Ryobi Tool With This Yard Combo Kit—Up to $129 Value

Home Depot Is Giving Away a Free Ryobi Tool With This Yard Combo Kit—Up to $129 Value

By Glenda Taylor

Lowe's Is Giving Away Free DeWalt Batteries During DeWalt Days—Save$169

Lowe’s Is Giving Away Free DeWalt Batteries During DeWalt Days—Save$169

By Glenda Taylor

Home Depot Is Giving Away Two Makita Tools for the Price of One Ahead of Spring—Save Up to $159

Home Depot Is Giving Away 2 Makita Tools for the Price of 1 Ahead of Spring—Save Up to $159

By Glenda Taylor

Best Metal Cutting Saw

The Best Metal Cutting Saws Handled Every Material We Threw at Them

By Bob Beacham, Glenda Taylor

A pair of hands wearing safety gloves while using a yellow leveling tool.

Types of Levels and When to Use Them

By Bob Vila, Paul Rankin

Lowe's Drops DeWalt Tools to Clearance-Level During DeWalt Days—Save Over 40% Off Batteries, Drill Bits, and More

Lowe’s Drops DeWalt Tools to Clearance-Level During DeWalt Days—Save Over 40% Off Batteries, Drill Bits, and More

By Glenda Taylor

Home Depot Is Offering Two Ryobi USB Lithium Tools for the Price of One—Save Up to 53%

Home Depot Is Offering Two Ryobi USB Lithium Tools for the Price of One—Save Up to 53%

By Glenda Taylor

Home Depot Is Giving Away a Free Battery With This Ryobi Brad Nailer—Now 32% Off

Home Depot Is Giving Away a Free Battery With This Ryobi Brad Nailer—Now 32% Off

By Glenda Taylor