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

You’re better off hanging a TV in a spot that’s optimal for viewing, and won’t damage delicate electronic parts.

The Bosch 18V Compact Brushless ½-Inch Drill/Driver Kit on a workbench.
Building & Installing

Bosch lives up to its reputation with a brushless cordless drill/driver that’s affordable, easy to wield, and capable of handling most DIYers’ demands.

A worker installs panels beige siding on the facade of the house.
Siding

Damaged, cracked, or warped siding looks unsightly and can reduce a home’s energy efficiency. The national average siding repair cost is $884, but a typical range is $354 to $1,442.

The Jackery Solar Generator 3000 Pro and solar panels in the sun during testing.
Generators

Portable solar generators offer a quiet, green solution for powering up during electrical outages or off-grid excursions. Find out how today’s top models fared in our hands-on tests.

A close up of termites at work.
Interior

Termite season has just begun, and homeowners in the South are already on high alert. But they’re not the only ones; some unexpected states are seeing alarming termite activity that warns of what’s to come.

Anker's Solix X1 outside a house with lights on, keeping it powered during a rain storm

The customizable design and extreme performance of the Anker SOLIX X1 makes it a great addition to any energy-smart home.

The Best Mops for Wood Floors Option
Appliances & Cookware

Keep wood floors stunning with these mop favorites designed especially for hardwood flooring.

The Best Laminate Underlayment Options
Tools & Materials

The difference between a successful laminate flooring installation and a poor one is largely dependent on the type of underlayment used to support the flooring.

A group of the best portable air compressors in front of a garage door before testing.
Power Tools

Equip yourself with a high-performing portable air compressor to get jobs done quickly and efficiently.

A group of the best bathtub cleaners before testing.
Cleaning Supplies

Conquer your bathroom cleaning chores with minimal effort and time by choosing the right bathtub cleaner for the job.

A group of the Best Cleaner For Glass Shower Doors on a counter before testing.
Bath Fixtures & Fittings

Soap scum and grime can leave a cloudy layer on shower doors. Reach for the best cleaner for glass shower doors to get rid of the ick and leave a streak-free shine.

A group of the Best Bird Feeders for Cardinals outdoors before testing.
Lawn, Garden & Pool

You can attract more cardinals to your outdoor space by choosing the right bird feeder for these stunningly vibrant birds.

A group of the best home air compressors in front of a garage door before testing.
Power Tools

Take on new projects with these top-rated home air compressors for inflating, fastening, spray-painting, and more.

Volunteer of Rebuilding Together stands with Barbara Bischoff in front of her Illinois home.
Bathroom Remodeling

Learn more about the ways Rebuilding Together works to ensure that community members in need can stay in their homes.

Two workers apply epoxy coating to a garage floor.
Garages

A new epoxy coating can be just the thing for garage floors that are looking worse for wear. Epoxy garage floors cost between $1,595 to $3,337, with the national average at $2,441.

A fully built shed located in a grassy yard with a wood fence behind it.
Sheds & ADUs

Sheds offer a host of benefits, from providing extra storage space to providing a cozy bit of privacy. The cost to build a shed ranges from as little as $600 up to $4,300, while the average cost is $3,500.

A person in a blue hard hat installs a security camera on the exterior of a home.
Home Security

Wi-Fi security cameras used to be the new kid on the block, but now they are the easy, obvious choice in many cases. What’s left for those who’d rather have a more secure connection?

A person pressure washes a deck.
Deck, Patio & Porch

A clean deck makes for an inviting space. The cost to pressure-wash a deck falls between $100 and $250, with the national average at $150 depending on the size, material, and condition.

The interior of an unfinished garage.
Exterior

Installing drywall in the garage can offer better fire protection, reduce noise, and boost a home’s value. The cost to drywall a garage ranges from $360 to $1,700, with an average cost of $1,100.

A group of the best outdoor power strips in a yard before testing.
Energy & Power

I put 7 different outdoor power strips to the test to find out which ones were capable of enduring the elements.