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Orange and black Generac iQ3500 portable inverter generator on grass
Exterior

The Best Inverter Generators of 2025 for Backup Power Almost Anywhere, Tested

Get clean, reliable, quiet electricity in a pinch with these top power producers—tested and approved.

The solar panel of the EcoFlow Delta 2 Max solar generator hooked up to the portable power station in a yard
Reviews

Adaptability: The Best Thing About the EcoFlow Delta 2 Max Solar Generator

Sure, it stores enough electricity to power a refrigerator for a day and boasts a 10-year lifespan, but endless charging, storage, and deployment possibilities make this system even more valuable.

A group of the best vacuum mop combo options grouped together on a tile floor.
Reviews

Testing the 7 Best Vacuum Mop Combos for Spotless Floors

Did you know you should be mopping your floors at least once a week? It’s time to multitask with the best vacuum mop combo for a floor that shines.

The Best Upholstery Cleaner Options
Reviews

The 9 Best Upholstery Cleaners, Tested and Reviewed

Keep cushioned furniture looking great with the upholstery cleaning products and devices that passed our tests with flying colors.

A group of the best portable carpet cleaners sitting together on a patterned rug.
Reviews

Testing the 7 Best Portable Carpet Cleaners for Spills and Stains

Get rid of stains on rugs, carpets, and upholstery quickly and easily with a high-quality portable carpet cleaner.

Prime Day Outdoor Deals
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Updated: Now’s Your Last Chance to Save Up to $1,000 Prime Day Mower Deals and More

Hurry to get the lowest prices of the year on leaf blowers, mowers, string trimmers, and more!

Prime Day Dremel Deals
Reviews

Updated: Your New Pumpkin-Carving Dremel Is On Sale for Prime Day for Under $40

Amazon's second Prime Day offers big discounts on top tool brands, including Dremel. See which we'll be using to create jack-o'-lanterns in just a couple of weeks.

Prime Day Makita Deals
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Updated: Makita Power Tools Are At Their Best Prices (Up to 53% Off) During Prime Day 2024

Score huge discounts on top Makita tools during Amazon's Prime Day.

One of the Best Whole House Dehumidifiers installed on the floor of an unfinished basement
Reviews

The Best Whole-House Dehumidifiers of 2025 for Ideal Humidity Levels

When clammy indoor air and high energy bills are problematic, a whole-house dehumidifier could be the solution.

The AlorAir Basement/Crawl Space Dehumidifier on a cement pad before installation and testing.
Reviews

The Best Crawl Space Dehumidifiers of 2025, Tested

A musty crawl space can have negative effects on your house and health. These appliances can help.

Four young girls wearing Halloween costumes are holding pumpkin-shaped trick-or-treating buckets that are orange or blue.
Design

What Does a Blue Pumpkin Mean on Halloween?

See why some homeowners and trick-or-treaters are celebrating Halloween with blue pumpkins, rather than the traditional orange gourds.

Flashlights, Sandbags, Generators, and More Emergency Essentials Are Up to 46% Off During Prime Day
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Flashlights, Sandbags, Generators, and More Emergency Essentials Are Up to 46% Off During Prime Day

Get the best prices on backup power generators, water filtration needs, and other crucial items to keep your family safe in an emergency.

Hurricane damage in a residential neighborhood.
DIY

10 Ways You Can Help Those Impacted by Hurricanes Helene and Milton

Hurricane Helene was one of the most devastating storms we’ve seen in recent years, and Hurricane Milton is expected to compound the destruction when it makes landfall Wednesday afternoon. Find out what you can do to help those who have had their lives turned upside down.

Prime Day Under $25 Deals
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String Lights, Thermometers, and More Great Deals Our Readers Bought For Their Homes Under $25 on Prime Day

Save big on small household items like thermometers, string lights, and more during Amazon's Prime Day.

Prime Day Robotic Pool Cleaner Deals
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This Cordless Robot Cleaned My Entire Pool on One Charge—and It’s $300 Off for Prime Day

See our favorite Prime Day savings on robotic pool vacuums and skimmers.

Prime Day Generator and Power Bank Deals
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Updated: Last Chance at $1,100 Off a Backup Power Station During Prime Day

Be prepared for whatever Mother Nature throws your way and save big on EcoFlow generators during Prime Day deals.

Prime Day Craftsman Deals
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We Found Craftsman Tools Up to 35% Off for Prime Day 2024

Now is the time to save big on Craftsman power tools. Refresh your toolbox or start your holiday shopping early.

Prime Day Bosch Deals
Reviews

The Best Bosch Deal This Amazon Prime Day Is a 9-Piece Tool Kit At Its Lowest Price Ever 

Score deep discounts on a router combo, an impact drill, leveling lasers, and more during Prime Day.

Prime Day DeWalt Deals
DIY

Updated: Today’s Best DeWalt Prime Day Deals Are Up to 47% Off

And see why we're particularly excited about the price on this 2-tool combo kit.

The Best Dual-Fuel Generator Options
Exterior

The Best Dual-Fuel Generators for Home and Outdoor Use, Tested

Don’t get caught with a generator on empty. Invest in a dual-fuel generator for optimized performance and fuel availability.