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An evaporative cooler (left) and a portable air conditioner (right).
Interior

Evaporative Cooler vs. Air Conditioner: What’s the Difference?

Where you live, where you'll use the unit—even whether you have allergies—are all factors to consider when deciding which cooling device is better for your home.

Examples of Previous Winners of BobVila.com's Tool of the Year Awards
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BobVila.com’s 2025 Tool of the Year Awards: Last Chance to Apply

Submit your product to be considered for our annual awards program celebrating the best new tools on the market.

Bosch power tool Amazon prime day 2025 deals
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For a Limited Time, Score Over 50% Off Bosch Power Tools During Amazon’s Prime Day Event

Save up to $180 on Bosch drills, screwguns, batteries, and ProFactor gear in this contractor-picked roundup of the best Prime Day markdowns.

Walmart is clearing out Milwaukee power tools, Milwaukee power tool deals at Walmart
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Act Fast, Walmart Is Slashing Prices on Milwaukee Tools and They Will Sell Out

Save big on Milwaukee’s most popular tools, including cordless combos and accessories.

A person riding a craftsman battery ride-on mower
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We Mowed 52 Acres to Find the Best Battery-Powered Riding Lawn Mower

These electric riding mowers deliver the power, runtime, and comfort you should expect for the price.

Wayfair Flash Sale Deals Beat Amazon Prime Day Deals
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Score 75% Off with These Patio Deals During Wayfair’s 4-Day Flash Sale

Forget Prime Day—Wayfair just launched deeper discounts on patio sets, umbrellas, and outdoor must-haves.

Walmart Deals event beat Amazon Prime Day deals 2025
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Walmart Deals Event Is Live and Our Favorite Deals Beat Amazon Prime Day Prices

Walmart Deals just kicked off with deep discounts on Greenworks, EcoFlow, Milwaukee, and more. I sorted through them and these are the ones worth grabbing now.

The best Yeti Amazon Prime Day Deals 2025
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Amazon Is Slashing the Prices on Yeti Products for Prime Day with Prices as Low as $15

Yeti coolers, tumblers, and products rarely go on sale, making these Amazon Prime Day deals impossible to pass up. Now is your chance to upgrade your cooler, drinkware, or stock-up your gift closet.

Automatic swimming pool covering system, over a pool.
Exterior

How to Close a Pool for the Season

Closing a pool properly protects your investment from cold-weather damage, and will spare you maintenance headaches come spring.

The home depot deals better than amazon prime day
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Last Chance: These Home Depot Deals Are Better Than Prime Day and Include Free Tools

Ryobi and DeWalt tools, patio sets, and power washers—these Home Depot deals beat Prime Day prices, and they’re live now.

Dewalt combo kit deal for prime day 2025
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Hurry, For a Limited Time, You Can Score Two DeWalt Tools for the Price of One With This Prime Day Deal

This DeWalt bundle includes two cordless power tools, two batteries, a charger, and a contractor bag—everything you need for your next DIY project, now 40% off for Prime Day.

Swiffer Sweep & Mop Deluxe 2-in-1 Floor Mopping and Sweeping Kit
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I’ve Tried Over 60 Floor Cleaners, but This Upgraded Swiffer Is My New Favorite for Small Spaces

A mainstay of my cleaning supplies, the Swiffer 2-in-1 was a part of my routine for years. Now, after a month’s worth of cleaning, I’ve found that the new version is even better than the original.

Amazon prime day 2025 outdoor power tool deals, ego, greenworks, and more
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Save Hundreds on Ego, Greenworks, and More Outdoor Power Tools During Amazon Prime Day

Prime Day is officially live, and top brands like Ego and Greenworks are slashing prices on cordless mowers, trimmers, and more.

9 paint brushes for trim together before testing.
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The Best Paint Brushes for Trim, Tested for Crisp, Clean Lines

Not all paint brushes are suitable for trim. We tested the top options—find out which brushes made us feel like painting pros.

A well water filtration system fully installed
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From Cloudy to Crystal Clear: Best Well Water Filters

These whole-house filtration systems can filter out bacteria, pesticides, heavy metals, and more for healthier and better-tasting drinking water.

Yellow and white awning on a white building
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Upgrade Your Patio with the Best Retractable Awnings

A retractable awning provides ample shade on sunny days and is easy to tuck away when not in use, offering the best in flexible sun protection.

A DIY dog wash station created by Cheryl Esser with Our Country Coastal Home.
DIY

Watch This DIY Couple Transform a Corner of Their Garage Into a Dreamy Dog Wash Station

It’s elevated, waterproof, and easier to build than you might think.

The best Ego Prime Day Deals for Amazon Prime Day 2025
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Hurry, Amazon Is Offering Rare Discounts on Ego Tools for Prime Day—Save Over 40% Off

Ego’s most-wanted cordless tools—from a record-power leaf blower to a pro-grade chainsaw—are marked down for Prime Day 2025. Move fast; these some of our favorite deals are already selling out.

11 Air Conditioning Mistakes That Spike Your Bills
Interior

11 Air Conditioning Mistakes That Spike Your Bills

Where you put your AC units and vents and how you maintain them can really impact their efficiency—and your electric bill.

Greenworks Prime Day 2025 Deals on Pressure Washers, Chainsaws, Mowers, and More
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Prime Day Is Here and These Are the Best Greenworks Deals to Shop Now

Score deep discounts on pressure washers, leaf blowers, lawn mowers, and more Greenworks favorites—before Prime Day ends.