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Sinkhole behind white house.
Exterior

Luckily, there are things you can do to stop it.

Red Troy-Bilt Super Bronco CRT rototiller in a row of tilled garden dirt
Lawn, Garden & Pool

Big gardens with hard-packed soil are no problem for this Troy-Bilt garden tiller.

Seven bottles of the Best Vinyl Siding Cleaners on grass next to cream vinyl sided house
Reviews

Improve the look of vinyl siding with this lauded lineup of our favorite cleaning solutions.

Ridgid 18V Oscillating Multi-Tool
Power Tools

Good power tools are an investment in your projects. Snag these deals now before they’re gone.

Dreo portable AC with purple streamers flowing from its louvers
HVAC

No HVAC? No worries. This small, portable air conditioner keeps rooms up to 350 square feet cool and comfortable.

Close up of a woman hand filling a glass of water directly from the tap in the kitchen.
Home Safety

Learn why you should remove PFAS from your home's drinking water, and the most effective way to do it.

Beatbot iSkim Ultra skimming debris from large pool

A complete package of cutting-edge features, the brand-new Beatbot iSkim Ultra is one of most advanced pool skimmers on the market today. See how its AI algorithms, long-lasting battery, and sophisticated design are elevating the pool experience overall.

Six of the Best Dethatching Rake Options laying on a grass lawn
Lawn, Garden & Pool

Remove that thick layer of dead grass choking your yard with a high-quality dethatching rake and let your lawn breathe.

House roof damaged during tornado winds.
Exterior

No matter where you live, investing in hurricane ties can enhance the structural integrity of your home.

Close up view of caulk gun caulking a baseboard over painter's tape.
Repair & Maintenance

It’s easy to seal up small cracks between your walls and baseboards with the right materials and a little prep work.

Animatronic werewolf in Lowe's Halloween decorations department
Holiday Decorations

The most popular Halloween items sell out early every year, and we think these seven will be among them.

The Best Composite Decking in warm brown with beige couch
Reviews

Thinking of building a deck, but ditching the timber? Here’s what you need to know.

John Deere S130 lawn tractor on grass
Reviews

These dependable machines are built to mow, tow, and remove snow for a year-round return on your investment.

Five of the Best Outdoor Rugs on a concrete patio surrounded by trees
Outdoor Furniture

Planning to spend a lot more time outside this season? Add indoor comfort beneath your feet and color to your deck, porch, or patio with a rug that will weather the elements.

White Titan, Gray RTIC, and Red Yeti coolers sitting on grass
Reviews

I tested 3 popular coolers in real-world conditions to determine which fared best.

A Bob Vila writer tests out the Black+Decker 20V Max EasyFeed String Trimmer/Edger on weeds in the lawn
Deals

And we thought its regular price was a good deal!

Eight of the Best Router Bits Sets on reclaimed wood
Reviews

Don’t get stuck with poor-quality bits that rub and grind. These top picks ensure a smooth cut for your next woodworking project.

Stainless steel charcoal chimney in a NewAge Kamado Smoker on a deck
Lawn & Garden

We tested the NewAge kamado grill over a holiday weekend, and we were impressed.

Woman wearing safety glasses spray paints a small metal table outdoors.
Painting & Finishing

Transform old metal furniture and fixtures for the cost of a can of spray paint! Here's how to get the best results when spray painting metal.

A piece of pressure-treated wood, along with the materials needed to prime and paint it.
Painting & Finishing

Pressure-treated wood contains chemicals that help it resist rot and decay. Painting this kind of wood is an easy DIY, but differs from other kinds of paint projects. Here's why.