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Save money on utility bills and reduce overall energy consumption with the best water heater blanket for your tank, home, and budget.

Clear your driveway of snow and ice and stay injury-free with the right shovel for winter’s worst wallops.

When you're driving on the coldest, most blustery days of winter, stow these items in your car and you'll be ready for just about any problems the weather may bring.

If you need to know what’s going on below the surface of your hardwoods or drywall, these moisture meters can clue you in.

Forget combustion engines. This two-stage snow blower can tackle heavy storms with ease.

We set the shovel aside and put top snow blowers to the test. We were able to clear snow quicker and with less effort with these cordless options.

From changing your laundry routine to replacing certain home products, you can minimize microplastics and protect your health by following these tips.

The glued-on ceiling-to-sink mirror in your bathroom is so 20th century. This guide will show you how to remove it safely without damaging the wall behind it.

Follow this invaluable priority list to avoid having to deal with expensive renovation do-overs.

You’ll need a few basic items (some of which you probably already have) to make sure your seed starting goes to plan.

More portable than a pressure washer, more powerful than a garden hose, this power cleaner can wash just about everything on your deck or in your garage--and it fits right in the palm of your hand.

This tool can help you prevent dangerous electrical issues before it’s too late—and our favorite detects unexpected sources of heat loss.

Learn some expert-recommended tips, tricks, and tools to overcome mobility challenges when cleaning your home.

With one of these high-quality distillers, you can ensure water is safe for drinking, cooking, and using in dozens of other ways without having to spend a fortune.

Snowed in without salt for the driveway? Learn other ways to keep your driveway, walk, and porch free of ice.

Safely remove snow from your roof with a rake designed to reach high places and dislodge heavy snow loads.

Lawn aeration helps grass develop strong, healthy roots. Professional aeration services average $140, but vary based on the size of the lawn and the aeration method the lawn pros use.

This tool is hands-free and so convenient, versatile, and efficient that we named it our Tool of the Year.

Don’t sweat over guessing your home’s humidity levels. Keep your home healthier and more comfortable our favorite tested hygrometers.

Isn’t the “color of the year” just a way to sell us more stuff? Not exactly. Find out why there are colors of the year, and how to use them in your home.