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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
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.
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.
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.
Amazon Drops DeWalt Tools to Clearance-Level Prices—Save Up to 67% Off Drills, Batteries Saws, and More
Batteries, drills, saws, and sanders from the brand’s 20V MAX lineup are marked down, with a two-tool combo kit at $149 and accessories starting at $29.
13 Types of Holly Plants All DIY Landscapers Should Know
Grow holly shrubs to deck the halls—or your exterior walls as foundation plants.
Yeti LoadOut GoBox 15 and 30 Review: Rugged Gear Cases That Keep Contents Dry
Yeti LoadOut GoBoxes are built to protect your gear from water, dirt, and rough handling. I rolled them over, loaded them up, and even tossed them into a lake to test how durable they really are.
Exposed Pipes: How to Cover Them If You Want to—and What to Do With Them If You Can’t
Experts explain when it’s safe to cover unsightly pipes and air ducts.
Amazon Is Clearing Out Generators With Prices Up to 45% Off—Save on Champion, DuroMax, Westinghouse, and More
Save on Champion, Westinghouse, DuroMax, and more, with gas and dual-fuel generators starting at $299.98.
Amazon Drops Heated Gear Up to 45% Off Ahead of Winter—Save on Jackets, Vests, and Gloves
Stay warm through leaf cleanup, outdoor repairs, and winter chores with heated clothing deals starting at $69.99.
The Best Electric Wall Heaters of 2026, Picks from Our Editors
When the cold descends, a heater becomes your home’s best friend. Keep frigid temperatures at bay with an electric wall heater.
How to Give Your House a Cinematic Halloween Makeover With Smart Lighting
No matter how many skeletons or graves you prop up in the front yard, it's not a truly haunted house without a ghostly glow and ominous shadows.
11 Strange Sounds That Could Spell Trouble for Homeowners
Here's how to tell if that noise you're hearing is a sign of something serious—and how to fix the problem.
Amazon Is Clearing Out Yard Cleanup Tools for Fall—Save Up to 43% Off Fiskars, WorkPro, and More
Rakes, leaf scoops, garden bags, and dump carts start at $5.99, with end-of-season savings for clearing the yard before snow arrives.
Is Perishable Food Safe to Eat After a Power Outage? Here’s How to Know.
When the electricity goes out, the clock starts ticking on your refrigerated and frozen foods.
The Best Home Safes of 2026, Tested and Reviewed
Home safes protect your most valued possessions from theft, fire, and flood. These are our top picks for home security.
The Best Cordless Leaf Blowers of 2026, Tested In Real Yards
We spent 2 weeks blowing leaves, clippings, and debris to find the battery-powered blowers with the most power, longest runtime, and user comfort. Here’s which one to buy for your yard.
We’ve Called It: These 30 Home and DIY Products Are Gifts of the Year
These tested picks, from a tool-filled advent calendar to a smart meat thermometer, suit DIYers, gardeners, and avid cooks alike.