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Power Tools

Amazon Drops Power Tools Up to 61% Off—Save on DeWalt, Bosch, Dremel, and More

Saws, sanders, grinders, and rotary tools from DeWalt, Bosch, and Dremel are marked down too, starting at $38.79.

Heating

This Common Home Heating Hack Wastes More Energy and Money Than it Saves

Keeping a house warm in cold weather can be costly, but experts say that shutting vents in unused rooms actually costs you more—not less.

Deals

Ace Hardware Drops a Rare Sale on Stihl Tools—Save on Chainsaws, Bar Kits, and More

Cut firewood or clear storm damage with a STIHL saw from $189.99, and add a pair of chaps: their fibers stop a running chain in a split second.

DIY

How to Use Painter’s Tape the Right Way

Ensure perfectly crisp lines by choosing the right painter’s tape and knowing how to apply it.

Holiday Decorations

The Best Artificial Christmas Trees of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

The BobVila.com team tested today’s most popular holiday trees to find the most realistic, durable, and festive options.

Deals

Amazon Is Clearing Out Patio Heaters—Save Up to 43% Off Ninja, Mr. Heater, Tiki, and More

Propane and electric heaters and fire pits start at $69.90, so you can keep using the patio well into fall.

Heating & Cooling

11 Ways to Keep Your Garage Workshop Warm in Winter

There's no one right way to heat a garage. A multipronged approach to heating the space, including insulation, heaters, and floor coverings, will keep your workspace comfortable year-round.

Hand Tools

Amazon Drops Craftsman Tools Up to 56% Off—Save on Drills, Drivers, Outdoor Power, and More

The sale also includes mechanics sets, hand tools, and stocking stuffers for the DIYer on your list, starting under $5.

Deals

Blinds.com’s Fall Glow Sale Drops Custom Blinds and Shades Up to 50% Off

Shop Bali, Levolor, Blinds.com, and more during the three-day sale, with bigger savings on larger orders and deals on everything from cellular shades to faux wood blinds.

Garages

This 30-Minute Weekly Car Reset Will Prevent Deep Cleaning Later

Keep your vehicle shipshape at all times with these quick cleaning and organizing tasks.

Appliances

How to Clean a Dryer Vent

A dryer vent that's clogged with lint doesn't just reduce the appliance's efficiency—it is a potential fire hazard. Here’s how to get your vent clean and keep it that way.

Tools & Materials

The Best Wood-Burning Tools of 2026, According to Our Tests

If you’re ready to try your hand at a hot new hobby, check out these top pyrography tools.

Lawn & Garden

19 Fall Gardening Practices That Will Protect and Enrich Your Soil in Winter

As the growing season comes to an end, it’s time to protect the garden bed from compaction, erosion, and nutrient depletion—and ready it for spring planting.

Appliances & Cookware

Loch Capsule Countertop Dishwasher Review: Tested Against a Bosch

I was skeptical that a countertop dishwasher could clean as well as my full-size Bosch. After washing the same messy dinner dishes in both, I was genuinely surprised.

Heating

10 Home Heating Mistakes That Spike Your Utility Bills

Looking for ways to lower your energy bills in the colder months? These missteps will only end up costing you more in the long run.

Tools

Amazon Drops Hand Tool Prices Up to 53%—Save on Wera, Craftsman, Knipex, and More

Hand Tools

Lowe’s Drops Mechanics Tool Sets to Clearance-Level Prices—Craftsman and Kobalt Are Up to 57% Off

Fill out your toolbox or check off the DIYer on your gift list: sets with SAE and metric sockets start at $18.98, and two full-size kits are $99

Holiday Decorations

The Best Rotating Tree Stands of 2026, Tested and Reviewed

Most holiday decorating schemes center around fully adorned Yuletide trees. These stands show off these festive masterpieces in all their glory.

Power Tools

Home Depot Is Giving Away Free Milwaukee Tools—Saws, Multi-Tools, and More Valued Up to $229 

Buy Milwaukee's $199 M12 battery starter kit and choose a free pruning saw, circular saw, ratchet, or four other cordless tools.

Fireplaces & Chimneys

The Energy Efficiency Problem With Your Fireplace—and How to Shore It Up Before Winter

Take these steps to boost the efficiency of your wood-burning fireplace this season.