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We tried dozens of new appliances in our kitchens, offices, and workshops. From cooking to cleaning, heating to cooling, and more, these products make life better.

Before you pick up a giant snowman, Santa Claus, pumpkin, or ghost for your front yard, take some time to think about layout, energy consumption, care, maintenance, and more.

Cozying up in cold weather usually means candles—and lots of wax to clean up. Whether the mess is on your wall or your sweater, this guide will help you get the wax out.

Dial in your ideal drink temperature, and this smart mug will keep your drink warm to the last drop all morning long.

Learn the proper way to figure out reasons for a circuit breaker tripping in a home—as well as when to let an electrician do the sleuthing.

A gas fireplace insert can keep a home warm and cozy without the hassle and expense of burning wood. Gas fireplace insert costs range from $700 to $6,500 with a national average cost of $3,600.

New houses might look similar to old ones, but advances like biophilia, smart home technology, 60V power tools, and building science have changed the way DIYers and pros approach home improvement.  

We've used more than 100 products outside this year, whether in our backyards or out in nature, and these are the 11 that really wowed us.

We mowed, trimmed, scrubbed, and watered using over 130 products before choosing just 12 for this end-of-year list.

After a full year spent testing hundreds of tools, we found 12 of the best for your next DIY project.

Do you have a long list of around-the-house to-dos you want to get through in 2024? Here are the tasks to prioritize—and when you should do them.

When your washing machine can only do so much, laundry stripping deep cleans and removes built-up oils, deposits, and gunk from your fabrics.

Mold growth on insulation is a problem that's best eliminated quickly, since it can affect more than just your health.

A septic tank and its accompanying drain field are essential parts of some home wastewater management systems. The average cost to replace a septic tank and drain field is $6,000, or anywhere from $2,000 to $20,000.

Looking to save money on building a home? An economical option is to consider modular home prices, which range from $180,000 to $360,000, with the national average at $270,000.

Drop ceilings are popular in both commercial and residential buildings to hide existing ductwork and offer additional sound dampening. The national average drop ceiling cost is $2,127, though a typical range of $1,063 to $3,190 is common.

Add a touch of class to a den or living room with an electric fireplace TV stand.

Show your holiday spirit with sparkling string lights that are just right for your style and space—indoors or out.

I tested the DuroMax XP12000EH generator to see if it’s all it’s touted to be at such an affordable price. You might be surprised to find out the answer.

Are you wondering which houseplants are safe for your cats and which ones could be cat-astrophic? We can help with that.