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The WoodLink Heritage Farms Squirrel-Resistant Feeder filled with seed during testing.
Deck, Patio & Porch

Easy viewing and sturdy construction are just 2 of the many reasons our product testers named this feeder “Best Overall.”

An unseen person wipes away shower wall tile grime, leaving behind a clean white streak.
Cleaning & Organizing

Whether you hope to fix that funky smell in the washing machine or remove unsightly grout stains, this Q&A will help you breeze through your spring cleaning checklist.

Bostitch Palm Nailer A person using the Bostitch PN100K Impact Nailer Kit to install framing during testing.
DIY

Palm nailers are indispensable for driving nails in tight spots. Find out what happened when I tested a popular model.

A person using the Fiskars Stand-Up Weed Puller to pull a dandelion during testing.
Lawn Care & Gardening

Keeping a lawn lush and weed-free requires continuous effort, but I found a weed-pulling tool that makes it easier.

A view of a beautiful kitchen with wooden cabinets.
Cabinets

Homeowners can have a total kitchen refresh for less than the cost of a kitchen remodel by transforming the appearance of the existing cabinets. Cabinet refacing costs $7,220 on average or between $4,501 and $10,546.

A view of hardwood flooring samples.
Flooring

When the time comes to refinish hardwood flooring, it pays to shop around for the best price. The cost to refinish hardwood floors ranges from $1,098 to $2,653, with the national average at $1,869.

A group of the Best Shower Tile Cleaners on a counter before testing.
Bath Fixtures & Fittings

An effective shower tile cleaner helps to provide a safe and enjoyable shower experience.

A view of a worker fixing an electrical component.
Skills & Techniques

Fewer and fewer people are choosing to pursue careers in the skilled trades—but the demand for skilled labor is projected to increase in these 5 industries.

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

Reduce noise levels and increase productivity with these powerful tools.

A worker crouching over an open toolbox in an empty room.
Home Services

When there’s no time to do it yourself, hire one of the best handyman services to get those jobs around the house done.

A wire brush inside a HVAC vent.
Home Services

Hiring one of the best air duct cleaning services can improve the efficiency of your HVAC system and the air quality in your home.

Two professional movers in blue uniforms move boxes and mattress into a truck.
Moving

Moving is stressful enough. Don’t make things worse by choosing the wrong company to transport your stuff.

Two new-construction two-story houses in a typical suburban neighborhood. One is blurred out and the other is not.
Exterior

Blurring out your home on Google Maps takes only a few minutes, and it can shield your household from the prying eyes of stalkers and would-be criminals.

A worker builds a green roof.
Roofing

An eye-catching roof that serves an eco-friendly purpose might be the right home upgrade. Green roof costs range from $12,000 to $40,000, or about $22,000 on average.

Wall and baseboard of house showing damage.
Pests

There’s no good choice between termite damage vs. water damage—and sometimes these problems go hand in hand. Knowing the signs of each can help you make a plan to restore your home.

A natural swimming pool in backyard with mountain view.
Exterior

Learn what natural pools are and how they stay clean without chlorine, so you can decide if one of these back-to-basics backyard oases are right for your landscape.

A person in a hazmat suit uses a tool to spray a pest control solution in a kitchen.
Pests

Pest control can be a challenging and rewarding career path. Before opening a business, aspiring pest control professionals will need to know how to get a pest control license.

A close up of a hand painting a wooden fence.
Fences

A faded, flaky fence is a sign that it’s time to dress it up with a face-lift. On average, homeowners spend about $1,700 on fence painting costs, though it’s possible to spend between $750 and $4,250.

A light wood kitchen with a black cylindrical oven range hood.
Kitchen Design

Range hoods are functional, but can also serve as focal points in your kitchen. Pro designers share some range hood trends that blow the others away.

Two workers replace a window inside a home.
Home Services

Renewal by Andersen offers a one-stop shop for replacing windows and doors and backs jobs with a full, transferable warranty—but is it the right choice for your home?