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Don’t resort to hand tools when a standard drill won’t fit into that tight spot. Instead, add the best right-angle drill to your arsenal.

Find out why this colorful tubing is a popular plumbing alternative to copper, especially for DIYers.

Snag Ryobi’s $189 cordless brad nailer free when you buy the 18V battery bundle—only during Ryobi Days at The Home Depot.

Light switch wiring is a task that most DIYers can take on themselves without calling an electrician. Follow these steps to wire your switches safely.

Learn about the fasteners that are responsible for holding just about everything in our homes together. Here's how to identify them by head type, and how to know which one is best for your project.

Tackle landscaping, yard maintenance, and projects in the woods with a reliable chainsaw.

Our top picks boast advanced imaging, AI technology, and sustainable power options to enhance your wildlife observation experience.

Wield enough power to cut through steel with one of these mighty bolt cutters—field-tested to determine the best models.

Who knew that wearing silly slippers could keep your floors clean? With these fun and easy cleaning hacks, housework will take half the time it used to.

Staying comfortable through the summer often comes at a price (after all, air conditioning ain't cheap). If your energy bills have your blood pressure rising faster than the mercury in the thermometer, don't miss these tips on maximizing comfort with the AC turned off and minimizing expense with it turned on. Keep your cool without losing your live savings—yes, it's possible!

A backup generator doesn’t have to create a racket. Find out what happened when we tested models advertised as being quiet.

Prevent expensive water leaks by spotting them early with the best water-leak detectors.

Attract feathered friends and add appeal to your garden with a solar bird bath fountain.

Keep cushioned furniture looking great with the upholstery cleaning products and devices that passed our tests with flying colors.

Rely on a quality angle grinder for cutting, grinding, carving, and a host of other tasks. We tested a variety of models to find the best options.

Make the switch to a greener yard with a high-performance battery-powered lawn mower.

Chop saws and miter saws are often confused for the same tool. But there are important differences every DIYer should know.

From whole-home backup kits to compact solar bundles, Jackery’s bestsellers now come with steep discounts and a valuable bonus.

If the flying menaces hanging out around your houseplants and seedlings are getting on your last nerve, here’s how you get them to bug off.

I’ve stood on more rickety ladders than I can count but Werner’s TS1250 isn’t one of them. It’s the sturdiest, safest telescoping ladder I’ve tested to date.