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A person using the TopCon’s RL-H5A Laser Level for surveying during testing.
Building & Installing

Rotary laser levels are game changers for establishing a perfectly level plane over a 360-degree area. Find out what happened when I tested one of the best-selling models on the market.

An exterior shot of a brick sunroom with a skylight.
Interior

Building a sunroom is a complex project with awesome benefits like extra entertaining space and a healthier lifestyle. An average sunroom cost is $47,000, but it ranges between $20,800 and $72,600.

A flat-screen TV sits stop a TV stand against a white wall with a couch in the foreground.
Interior

TV screen repair costs between $200 and $1,000—but is it worth it? Find out how repairs are priced, and when replacement is a better option.

Woman uses sharpening stone to sharpen one blade of a scissor.
Easy DIY Projects

Are your scissors' cuts not up to snuff? Follow these easy steps to keep scissor blades sharp for everyday snipping.

The Ryobi RY40710 Cordless Earth Auger partially embedded in a field during testing.
Tools

Handheld power augers reduce the time and labor it takes to dig holes. Find out what happened when I tested a best-selling cordless model.

A person kneeling next to a garden bed planting flowers and vegetables in May.
Gardening

May is the month when many gardeners can finally begin to plant species that won’t tolerate frost, as well as those that require heat.

The Oregon 410-120 Bench Grinder Chain Sharpener mounted to a board during testing.
Tools

If you’re looking for a way to keep your saw chains in top condition, here’s why the Oregon 410-120 could be the best choice.

Woman pours a cup of water into a large bucket, a can of white paint next to the bucket.
Painting & Finishing

Don’t throw away latex paint that has thickened in the can! Follow this 10-minute process to thin it out to the proper consistency, and save yourself the cost of buying new paint.

Man's hand holding a hand full of grass seed near a patch of green grass.
Lawn Care & Gardening

Dreaming of a lush lawn? Successful sowing depends partly on proper soil preparation, an understanding of your climate, and having a good understanding of the best time to plant grass seed for your area.

These Chic Adirondack Chairs Are Up to $120 Off Right Now Ahead of Memorial Day
Deals

Score a great deal on this outdoor patio staple.

A person holding an edamame plant in a home garden with a graphic overlay that says Plant Care 101.
Gardening

We’ll spill the beans on what it takes to grow this nutritious Japanese vegetable.

Woman slides neodymium magnet along the shaft of a screwdriver to magnetize it.
Tools

Try this simple trick and you’ll never drop a screw again!

The Lettuce Grow Farmstand full of growing plants in a home during testing.
House Plants

This innovative system grows 36 full-size plants in just 4 square feet with no app access required.

A group of the best self-watering planters outside before testing.
Lawn, Garden & Pool

A self-watering planter will let you enjoy houseplants, herbs, and even vegetable plants without worrying about how much water to give them.

Ingredients to make DIY Dawn Powerwash, including dish soap, rubbing alcohol, and essential oils.
DIY

Love Dawn Powerwash? See how easy it is to make a DIY version of it at home for a fraction of the price.

A woman holds her nose while looking at green mold growing on a wall.
Mold & Mildew

What does mold smell like? Mold can cause a nasty, musty smell. Here are what those smells are and how you can identify them.

Mother's day gift collage set on purple background
Deals

We've hand-picked the top Mother's Day deals on gifts your mom will actually use! From Yetis to beautiful plants, check out these deals now.

A person with only their hands visible installs a bathroom exhaust fan on a ceiling.
Bathrooms

If you need to know who installs bathroom exhaust fans, the answer relies entirely on your specific needs and the home’s setup. Here’s who you can call to get the job done right.

A peeling soffit and fascia that needs to be repaired or replaced.
Gutters

You might not pay attention to this area of your house, but damaged soffit or fascia can be a real eyesore—and a structural hazard. When you’re looking for a professional who repairs soffit and fascia, here’s who you should call.

A team of people cleans a home using cleaning spray, wipes, mops, and window cleaner.
Cleaning

Hiring a house cleaner can help free up time for other tasks and hobbies. While many factors go into calculating the total house cleaning cost, customers can expect to pay between $90 and $600, or an average of $170.