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Amazon’s Prime Day 2025 hub is loaded with can’t-miss Makita bargains — from the versatile 12V MAX CXT Multi-Cutter Kit to heavy-duty polishers and combo kits.

Each week, we bring you the hottest deals in Bob Vila-favorite categories like power tools, hand tools, home essentials, and more.

Experts explain some alternatives to help you make the best decisions for your home.

This is your sign to plant another flowering shrub in the front yard.

Ready to swim, splash, and lounge poolside? This shopping guide helps you choose the best above-ground pool for your family, yard size, and maintenance needs to make water play fun for the family.

These infrared thermometers will level up your barbecue and grilling game instantly.

Looking to upgrade the old mop and bucket? These powerful floor scrubbers tackle stuck-on grime and other tough messes for squeaky-clean floors.

Simple, elegant, and effective, shade sails offer an easy and affordable way to shade a deck or patio. We tested some of the best options on the market.

Learning to weld opens up a world of both creative and career opportunities. We’ve taken a close look at the best equipment to get started.

Keep hardwood floors effortlessly clean with the right robot vacuum.

This 25-foot hose scrunches into a drawer when empty, then stretches full length when you turn on the tap—and it’s $39.99 today (43% off $69.99).

Painting a deck doesn't just make the space look sharp—doing so protects the wood from UV rays and moisture. Here's what to know about choosing the right paint and preparing the wood for a professional finish.

Save big on top power tool brands like Milwaukee, DeWalt, and Ryobi during The Home Depot’s 4th of July Savings event.

Lowe’s is throwing in a free 56V Ego battery with select purchases allowing you to double the power of your outdoor equipment.

The Home Depot is celebrating the 4th with deep discounts on top outdoor tools like Ryobi, DeWalt, and Milwaukee.

Inflatable pools are a fantastic way to enjoy the sunshine and cool off in the heat, especially for those with limited space or who appreciate easy installation and low-maintenance care.

Turn your backyard into your own personal water park with one of these top inflatable slides.

Ready to tackle heavy-duty outdoor cleaning projects? The cost to rent a pressure washer ranges from $50 to $250 per day, with many customers spending an average of $90 per day.

It’s not a gimmick: The Home Depot’s Buy One, Get Two Free promo is legit. Here are the DeWalt tools I picked—and why you should act fast.

Well-made, high-quality basic tools are the backbone of any tool collection.