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Choose the best tool for the job when you need to tackle leaves and other debris in your yard.

Telescoping ladders are portable and versatile, but are they all they’re cracked up to be? Find out how today’s most popular models fared in our hands-on tests.

DeWalt, Craftsman, Bosch, Greenworks, and more start at just $29.99 ahead of Amazon’s October savings event.

Weber, Pit Boss, Blackstone, Ninja, Char-Griller, and more start at just $89.99 for fall cooking outdoors.

Home cleaning pros share their tricks for tackling the most challenging areas to keep clean.

Harness the bolt-busting power of these heavy-duty cordless impact wrenches.

Cut down on energy use while adding style to your home with the insulating power of these attractive window treatments.

Get a square deal on these multi-purpose, flexible marking tools from some of the most respected manufacturers.

From a magnetic work light that sticks exactly where you need it to heavy-duty truck storage, these workshop standouts make workspaces more useful.

Adding insulation to an uninsulated attic is one of the best ways to drive down energy costs in your home.

This year’s top lawnmowers, leaf blowers, trimmers, and watering devices reveal next-level performance and elevated user experience.

This year’s picks eliminate steps and boost productivity, helping you complete projects in less time without sacrificing workmanship.

Husqvarna's AutoTune technology automatically adjusts to temperature and elevation, so the 450X Rancher runs right every time you pull the cord.

From instant hot purified water and year-round exterior lighting to backup power and roadside help, these new home-tech picks impressed us with features that are genuinely useful.

These new products provide the hazard protection your work requires and comfort features that make you want to wear them.

From precision joinery and track-saw cuts to cordless nailing, demolition, and detailing, these new power tools impressed us with their performance, control, and design.

From a heavy-duty DeWalt auger bit to an ingenious measuring level and precision detail sander, these new tools stood out for performance, thoughtful design, and real-world usefulness.

From robots that wash windows and scrub floors to a steam-powered floor cleaner and pet-hair vacuum, these new cleaning tools impressed us most.

This month we're readying the home's interior for the cold weather—and making sure outdoor fixtures won't freeze.

Reduce noise levels and increase productivity with these powerful tools.