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Reviews

From Tailgates to Campsites: The Best Pop-Up Canopies We Found

The best pop-up canopies provide protection against the sun and rain. Most models are portable and easily collapsible for quick setup and takedown.

A group of the 8 best neck fans and their boxes on an outdoor table before testing.
Reviews

Neck Fans That Actually Work (We Tested Them!)

Keep a cooling flow of air on your face and neck wherever you go with one of these hands-free portable fans.

DeWalt Lawn Mower Review easy to use
Reviews

Is the DeWalt Self-Propelled Electric Lawn Mower as Impressive as Its Power Tools? I Tested It to Find Out

After a couple of weeks and three cuts, I’m sold on DeWalt’s cordless, brushless, battery-powered lawn mower.

A woman sits in front of a fan to cool off in her humid home.
Interior

How to Lower Humidity in the House

Small changes to your routine can make a big difference in how moist the air inside your home feels.

Friendly neighbors talking through a fence, one is standing next to a lawnmower
Lawn & Garden

The Unspoken Rules of Neighborly Yardwork Etiquette

From neglecting to weed and trim your trees to running loud lawn care equipment at the crack of dawn, you’ll be sure to cause a stir.

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Lawn & Garden

Bob Vila’s 10 “Must Do” Projects for July

Before you soak up all that summer has to offer, check tasks like plant care, pool maintenance, and storm prep off your to-do list.

A family with three children having fun connecting with one another outside on their lawn, sitting at an outdoor table. Their solar panel array is visible on the roof of their home.
Exterior

5 Questions to Ask Before Installing Solar

Avoid challenges with your new solar panels by collecting all the right information ahead of time.

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Interior

How to Clean Granite Countertops

Though granite is very durable, there's a long list of products that shouldn't be used to clean it. Learning how to care for your granite countertops properly will keep them looking new for years to come.

Plumber in red and blue uniform caulks around base of toilet.
Interior

Should You Caulk Around the Toilet?

You may have heard you shouldn't caulk a toilet to the floor, but our pro says you should. Hear us out—this is important.

A bathtub faucet with lime scale buildup.
Interior

15 Annoying Problems Hard Water Can Cause Around the Home

Minerals in your water can affect how long your appliances last, how your toilet flushes—even how your food tastes.

Why Is My House So Humid
Interior

Why Is My House so Humid?

A home that feels overly humid might be poorly ventilated, or have plumbing issues. Fix your humidity problems by locating the source of your problem first.

Amazon Early Prime Day Power Tool Deals 2025
Reviews

Score Deep Discounts During Amazon’s Early Prime Day Power Tool Deals

Prime Day doesn’t start until July 8, but early deals on DeWalt, Bosch, Metabo HPT, and more are already live. Here are the best ones I found.

Green Machine Lawn Tools Review
Reviews

This Impressive Lawn Equipment Combo Gives You More For Your Money

If you don’t know about Green Machine tools yet, allow me to fill you in.

Beat the Heat Cooling Deals June 2025
Reviews

Beat the Extreme Heat: Retailers are Slashing Prices on These Top Cooling Products

Summer just started, but many top-rated cooling items are already selling out due to the record temps across the country. Score markdowns on fans, AC units, and other popular cooling products while they’re still available.

Three Makita MakTrak components
Reviews

I’m a Contractor and This Might Be My New Favorite Modular Tool Storage System

Not only does this toolbox set include must-have features like ergonomic handles and dual-hinged lids, it includes two helpful features that I always wanted.

Best Garden Fork
Reviews

Garden Forks Come In Many Forms, But This One Is Our All-Around Favorite

Use this versatile tool to loosen, lift, and turn soil in your garden.

A person pours softener salt into a soft water tank.
Interior

10 Signs Your Home Needs a Water Softener

Your houseplants are dying and your food tastes funny: You may have a hard water problem at your place.

Ryobi Days deal Track Saw Deal at The Home Depot
Reviews

The Home Depot is Offering Deep Discounts During Ryobi Days—Including This Cordless Saw

Get pro-level precision for under $300. This Ryobi kit from The Home Depot includes the saw, guide track, battery, and charger.

Best Pool Test Kit Options
Reviews

These Pool Test Kits Make Water Testing (Almost) Fun

We put these pool test kits through a test of our own to ensure users are in the know about the chemistry of their pools.

Best Soaker Hoses
Reviews

We Tested 11 Soaker Hoses—Our Favorite Will Save You Time in the Garden

Conserve water and reduce evaporation using a soaker hose instead of a sprinkler. We tested the top soaker hoses on the market to see which ones were the best—find out the pros and cons of the most popular models.