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If you’re worried about your sink, water heater, or other fixtures’ plumbing, consider equipping your home with the Kidde Leak and Freeze Detector.

Protect your auger against loose gravel while working in difficult snow conditions. With the right snow blower, you can keep traction and power over uneven surfaces.

The number of home improvement loans across the U.S. increased, with some states far outpacing the rest of the country.

Think you may need a new sump pump? Sump pump costs range from $1,200 to $2,500, with the national average at $1,500.

Boost your property value and curb appeal without breaking the bank by learning how to become your own landscape designer.

Don't miss these exciting new products from Weber, Aiper, LG, and more.

Save time and labor when chopping wood for a fireplace or stove with the best log splitter for any work style and budget.

Mobile home floor repair costs between $300 and $5,000, depending on the extent of the damage. Many homeowners spend an average of $2,650 for repairs.

Can gas freeze in a car? What about aerosol cans, or wine? When temperatures dip below freezing in your neck of the woods, bring these things inside the house ASAP.

Will the 3M Insulator Kit keep your home nice and toasty this drafty, cold winter season? Maybe. I put it through hands-on testing to find out.

Ice melt often contains chlorides and chemicals that are environmentally harsh, degrade concrete, and harm pet paws. With Natural Rapport, melt ice with a pet-safe formula that’s easier on your property.

After rigorous testing, this roof rake combo proved its worth through several big winter snow events. See how it outperformed the competition.

Scroll saws excel in making fine, intricate, and precise cuts. Find out what happened when I put a top model to the test.

This tall tower fan is portable, stylish, and comes with a remote—find out how it fared in hands-on testing.

Battery-powered tools are wildly popular, and the ability to charge multiple batteries at the same time is quickly becoming a necessity.

Pick up everyday dirt, fallen food, and even liquid spills with the Shark HydroVac XL—a quality multipurpose machine that vacuums wet and dry messes while washing the floor, cutting cleaning time in half.

This little generator is quiet, fuel efficient, and lightweight, but does it produce enough power for your project?

It's absorbent, abrasive, eco-friendly, and inexpensive: Here's why we should all be keeping stocks of salt in our cars, sheds, toolboxes (and yes, our kitchens).

Inspired by wellness, nature, and personalized style, these design trends are expected to be everywhere in 2024.

Shop less often and store more food efficiently with one of these convenient, cost-saving appliances.