Grab a Bob Vila-Reader Favorite Fall Must-Have Before It Sells Out Again

October is the time to get on top of fall home maintenance before the cold truly sets in, and many are shopping with seasonal chores in mind. The Decibel Defense Safety Earmuff is the top product our readers are buying this month: it was purchased so frequently that it sold out in black.

It’s back in stock now, but you might want to snag it in case it goes out of stock again. Or, consider another color, since the brighter shades make it easy to spot in storage or as a fun holiday gift. We’ve also rounded up more top-tested products to help you with your autumn chores. 

Decibel Defense Safety Earmuff

The Decibel Defense Safety Earmuff was our top pick in testing for the best hearing protection. They’re comfortable, but even more important, they were the most effective at blocking noise. Whether for leaf blowing this fall or for future renovation products, they provide protection for loud jobs. If it’s out of stock, you can consider another one of our tester-approved best hearing protection products. 

What our tester says: “It’s hard to beat the Decibel Defense. The sound-blocking ability was second to none. They were super comfortable to wear, and they cost less than most of the other products we tested. These will be my new go-to hearing protection earmuffs.”—Mark Wolfe, Product Reviews tester and writer

Other Fall Chore Products

Readers are also browsing these products from some of our top-tested guides. The tools and items ahead can help you check off that fall chores list. 

True Temper 26-Inch Dual-Tine Poly Leaf Rake

A tool that’s synonymous with autumn, the best leaf rake helps clear all those fallen leaves. With a lightweight frame and dual-tine design, the True Temper 26-Inch Dual-Tine Poly Leaf Rake was the most efficient and comfortable to use in our testing. 

Worx 40V Power Share Turbine Cordless Leaf Blower

The Worx 40V Power Share Turbine Cordless Leaf Blower is the best leaf blower for quickly clearing a lot of leaves. It’s cordless and lightweight, compact enough to use one-handed, and offers variable speed controls so you can adjust its airflow to the task at hand. 

Get the Worx 40V Power Share Turbine Cordless Leaf Blower at Amazon, Lowe’s, or Best Buy. 

The Gutter Tool

Those pretty red and orange leaves can become an issue if they block your gutters, which is why you’ll want to clean them out in late fall. Be prepared for the task with the best gutter cleaner, the Gutter Tool, which has all the right angles to clear gutter debris. 

Maxtid Adjustable Door Draft Stopper

The Maxtid Adjustable Door Draft Stopper earned the title for the best door draft stopper because it was affordable, simple to install, and effective at keeping out those chilly drafts that become all the more obvious when the temperature dips. 

3M Indoor Window Insulator Kit

If you want to get on top of weatherproofing this year (after all, it’s projected to be a La Niña winter), choose the best window insulation kit to help tackle this task. It was the easiest of the tested kits to install and the clear film was hardly noticeable once it was in place. 

Energizer MAX 9V Batteries

Smoke and carbon monoxide alarms keep households safe when home heating kicks on. Fall is the perfect time to replace alarm batteries and ensure everything is in working order. Do so with the Energizer MAX 9V Batteries, our pick for the best 9V battery. 

Westinghouse WPX2700 Pressure Washer

Clean up after summer and prepare for winter by cleaning dirt, mildew, and other muck from outdoor surfaces with the best pressure washer. In our testing, the Westinghouse WPX2700 Pressure Washer stuck the best balance between affordability, cleaning power, and maneuverability.