Smart Home

Confused by the latest USB cables and charging technology? You're not alone. We break down the latest specs so you...

A well-lit perimeter might feel reassuring. But excess security lighting can actually foster crime, annoy your neighbors and mess with...

Tired of setting up your outdoor tech manually? The best outdoor smart plugs let you control everything straight from your...

A moss air conditioner? Is this a prank? Nope, just a good-looking AC that's better for the environment than most.

Choosing a heating method is one of the first steps to building a sauna. Here we look at four...

Get all the benefits of a sauna without the expensive health club membership.

Circuit breaker keeps tripping? Don't just reset and forget. Circuit breakers protect your home and family, so fix that situation...

Your real estate agent says a house you looked at has "good bones," but what does that even mean? We...

Summer temps are heating up. We tested this TikTok swamp cooler hack that claims to cool you down. Did it...

Doing some DIY electrical work? Electrical circuits are only as safe as the splices you make. Learn how to splice...

We spent a week testing this portable AC unit at a normally hot and sticky cabin. Here's what we found.

These string lights could be great for ambiance and keeping bugs away.

Installing a window air conditioner is an easy way to keep your cool.

You already clean your home, but you should also be cleaning your air quality. In our Levoit Core 400S review,...

Off-grid living is supposed to be about simplifying life. Here’s how to make sure it actually ends up that way,...

Five dollars and 30 minutes are all it takes to replace a power cord. I fixed my vacuum, but this...

From smart pool water monitors to outdoor cameras, these are our favorite outdoor smart home devices that aren't just affordable,...

Know these 5 types of circuit breakers. Your home, and your family, will thank you.

Ever hear of a bladeless ceiling fan?  Neither had I.  So we tried one out, and I have to say...

Control outdoor home devices right from your smartphone with this easy-to-use smart plug. Automate lights and cameras for less than...

Brighten up the night with the best outdoor smart lights. They add real curb appeal and make for a useful...

Unlike other landscape lights, path lights have a singular purpose: to light the path. Here's a rundown of the solar...

What does an air duct cleaning entail? A professional discusses what to expect with this process.

Functional and eco-friendly, here are the best solar path lights to help you find your way around at night.

UL is the gold standard of safety and compliance testing, but what is UL listed? Let's break it down.

The Chamberlain myQ smart garage control allows me to conveniently open and close my garage from anywhere.

Cook meat to perfection from your phone! Control these state-of-the-art smart grills via an app for high-tech grilling.

Looking for an addition to your toolbox that shines? Try the compact, bright and long-lasting Nebo Omni 2k work light.

Generators are becoming must-have tools for homeowners, whether for emergency backup or portable electricity. But they’re not all the same,...