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One important investment can actually save you money when the power goes out.

An HVAC pro answers your real questions about heating your home this winter.

Reduce your food waste and transform meal scraps into a soil amendment for your plants with the help of these composting machines.

Energy-efficient and eco-friendly, propane tankless water heaters provide hot water almost immediately with very little waste. Find the best model for your home right here.

These popular brands make some of the most realistic-looking Christmas trees. I tested each brand’s Fraser firs to find out which one is really worth it.

Building a fire pit is a low-cost way to carve out a place for family and friends to gather, and DIY-ing the job shouldn't take more than a day.

Dare to choose a housewarming gift that’s out of the box or one that’s perfectly suited to your recipient's tastes. Whether the new homeowner is a close friend or family member or someone you don't know as well, you'll find the best housewarming gifts on our list.

Bring warmth to the coldest rooms in your home or heat up your garage with an electric heater.

If yard cleaning results in piles of branches and multiple sacks of dry leaves, consider investing in a chipper shredder that substantially reduces yard waste.

For any confident do-it-yourselfer, it's easy to replace a light switch. But as with any project involving electricity, it's essential to exercise caution. Read on for the details on getting the job done safely and effectively.

If poison ivy crops up on your property, you can remove it chemically, naturally, or—if you're ready to get your hands dirty—physically.

When the lights go out, it’s best to have a convenient, powerful flashlight handy to help you find your way around safely.

Keep those pesky pine needles out of your gutters with these high-performing gutter guards.

Keep the cold out, the heat in, and your energy bill down with these free and cost-effective tips for winterizing your home.

There’s no need to toss—or eat—all of your refrigerated food before it goes bad. These solutions can get your fridge cooling again.

Don’t get twisted up over buying the best ratcheting screwdriver. We put the top models through their paces—find out which ones took top honors in our hands-on tests!

Featuring Bluetooth connectivity and solar charging, this cleverly designed headset can protect your hearing while also providing entertainment.

Battery-powered chainsaws are a relatively new addition to the cordless power tool industry, but after testing one popular model, I was actually impressed.

Learn the reason your neighbors have illuminated a green porch light this month—and no, it doesn’t have anything to do with Christmas.

Give your guests the five-star treatment so that they can unwind in comfortable privacy while you focus on entertaining.