We’ve all been there, right? “Oh, I just need to find a stud to hang a picture.” And 15 holes later, you’re convinced the wall is held up by pixie dust and a wish, because apparently there ...

If you only have a few trees in your yard, you can handle your fall yardwork with a rake or a handheld leaf blower. But if you find yourself wading through a thick layer of leaves all around ...

For the same reason, nail top plates to overlying floor joists or roof trusses near studs whenever possible ... shown here ...

The blower motor is the fan that pushes heated or cooled air through dashboard vents based on the climate system settings and the fan speed selected. Adjusting the fan speed sends a signal through ...

Which is the best leaf blower? We are well into fall, leaves, leaves and more leaves are steadily falling, getting everywhere and making your garden, your drive and other areas around your home messy.

If you prefer synthetic insulation over down, this vest is our choice. It stays warm even when wet, and the slimmer profile works great either for layering under outerwear or as a top layer.

If the existing insulation, studs or house sheathing contain significant amounts of mold, have a mold remediation company abate the mold before you install insulation. Information provided on ...

At Consumer Reports, we’ve been testing battery-powered snow blowers for more than six years. By creating our own snowlike mixture made of sawdust, we’re able to test the performance of ...

If you’re living in a home that has no insulation in the attic, don’t let another summer approach without fixing the issue. Consult our guide to determine the average cost to insulate an attic ...

For years, the go-to choice in leaf blowers was either a powerful (but heavy) gas model or a lightweight corded electric blower. Early cordless models lacked power and suffered from limited range ...

Some repair technicians say that high-heat cleaning could damage the electronics, particularly if other components like fans or insulation are not in peak condition. But self-cleaning features ...