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Deals

Some of our favorite editor-approved grill brands are on deep discount this Labor Day. Take advantage of these deals while they last!

Swimming pool at night lit with in-water blue lights and warm light fixtures surrounding a fountain.
Pools & Water Features

Pools need more illumination than usual when the evening hours kick in. Add some inspired lighting for extra ambiance and safety around your pool.

A variety of Hyde Tool scrapers for different tasks
Painting & Finishing

Whether you're shopping for a tool to complete a specific project or simply stocking your toolbox, follow these pointers to pick out strong scrapers that will make short work of your next DIY job.

A view of the clouds and forest from inside the home through the skylight.
Roofing

A skylight can add ventilation and natural light to your home. But is this a project you should take on yourself?

How to Make an LED Marquee Letter
Easy DIY Projects

Really personalize the lighting in your home when you make a lit-up marquee letter in your own monogram.

A gardener harvesting cold-hardy crops from a fall vegetable garden with companion planting.
Garden Pests

Choose the best plants and planting strategy to help your garden thrive as chilly weather arrives.

A person using a remote to adjust the best heat pump option mounted on a wall above a window
HVAC

Heat pumps are increasingly popular because of the energy-saving way they can heat or cool a home.

Our favorite leaf blowers are on sale for Labor Day
Tools

Leaves are coming, so stock up on these outdoor tools for summer and fall lawn care while you can get them on sale.

A rustic modern kitchen.
Design

Rustic design is right at home practically anywhere, whether in the mountains, countryside, beach, or city.

A person wearing rubber gloves is staining a wooden fence.
Curb Appeal

Staining a fence can give a drab or dingy wooden fence a fresh face and a lustrous, protective finish.

The Best Wire Stripper Options
Hand Tools

We tested today’s best-selling wire strippers. Now, we strip back the details so buyers can choose the best one for their needs.

The Best Downspout Extension Options
Reviews

These simple and affordable gutter accessories are crucial for protecting your home’s foundation from water damage.

Toro Leaf Vacuum
Lawn, Garden & Pool

To help folks tidy up the yard without picking up a rake, we put some of the best leaf vacuums through their paces. Read our performance reviews here.

A homeowner shoveling snow away from the front door, porch, and walkway.
Heating

Will the exceptionally hot summer affect winter temps and snowfall?

The Best Pump for Flooded Yard Options
Reviews

Water that doesn’t drain quickly isn’t just inconvenient; the damage it causes can be expensive to fix. Find out effective ways to pump away floodwater before it causes problems.

Labor Day Power Tool Deals
Deals

Check out this Labor Day deals on our favorite power tool brands.

A foundation professional inspecting a large crack in a home foundation and walls.
Foundations

Foundation issues are a serious concern that could threaten the stability and structure of your home. Don’t hesitate to contact the professional foundation repair specialists if you spot any problems with your home’s foundation.

Pink, spiky fruits of Ricinus Communis, or Castor bean plant.
Gardening

Pretty though they may be, we urge you to find alternatives to these poisonous, invasive—even illegal—plants and shrubs.

Green Jisulife Portable Neck Fan on top of its box with charging cord
Clothing & Gear

No AC? No problem. We tested the Jisulife portable neck fan at several outdoor summer events, and it made them all more comfortable.

Dyson vs Shark vacuums in use cleaning carpeting during testing.
Reviews

Get your home top-to-bottom clean with an easy-to-use, high-powered vacuum. Dirt, crumbs, and hair don’t stand a chance against our top picks.