Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...

After 10 years in print journalism, Nick transitioned to the home improvement space. He has specialized in maintenance, mortgages, home warranties, moving, car shipping, home security and more for 7 ...

Alina Bradford has been writing how-tos, tech articles and more for almost two decades. She currently writes for CNET's Smart Home Section, MTVNews' tech section and for Live Science's reference ...

Home is meant to be a refuge, the place where we relax and feel safe from the outside world (and play video games). Your house or apartment keeps the sun and rain from making you miserable, keeps you ...

Dryers that don’t dry, vacuum cleaners that don’t clean, and air conditioners that don’t cool might be plagued by the same problem: a clogged or dirty filter. To keep many appliances in tip-top shape, ...

Not all types of in-home filters are completely effective at removing “forever chemicals” from drinking water, and a few could do more harm than good if not properly maintained, according to a new ...

Corrections and clarifications: An earlier version of this story misidentified the name of the Aquasana filter. If you're not confident the drinking water in your home is lead free, consider buying a ...

If you’re like a majority of Americans, the water from your household tap travels through miles of aquifers, pipes, and treatment systems before landing in your glass. One of the easiest ways to boost ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? Relying on cases of water is both costly and wasteful, which is why we insist on ...

A backyard pool is a great way to relax alone or socialize with friends and family, but they do require some work to keep them clean. Whether you have an in- or above-ground pool, a reliable and ...