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    Tools, Gear and Equipment

    The Family Handyman editors share everything about the best tools, gear and equipment for DIYers.

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    9 Must-Have Tools for Cleaning Gutters

    Is "clean the gutters" on your to-do list this weekend? Before you start, make sure you have the tools you need to do the job right.

    Pro-Approved Construction Gear and Jobsite Accessories

    Construction is hard: hard on clothes, hard on gear, and hard on people. Here are...

    How to Make Safer, Better Cuts on a Miter Saw

    Our expert, Jerome Worm, has been using a miter saw every day for 30 years....

    Lumber Prices Finally Fell in October (But Are Still Way Too High)

    Lumber prices dropped in early October, but not nearly enough, and now home builders and...
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    Should I Buy a Snow Blower or Hire a Snow Removal Service?

    Deciding between buying a snow blower or hiring a snow removal service? Consider the pros...
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    Are Snow Chains Right for Your Vehicle?

    If you live where winter brings snow and ice, snow chains on your tires can...

    Stuff We Love: Carhartt Pac Winter Work Boot

    Keep your feet warm, dry and happy with these high-quality work boots from Carhartt.
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    What Oil Does My Car Need in Winter?

    Colder temperatures can change how well motor oil keeps your engine running. You may need...
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    66 Cool Tool Hacks That are Super Useful for DIYers

    Tool hacks usually happen on the fly, when you’re in a situation that calls for...
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    Lawn Aerator Buying Guide

    What if you owned a lawn aerator? Would you aerate your lawn more often if...
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    7 Best Roof Rakes of 2020

    Excessive roof snow can become dangerously heavy and lead to destructive ice dams. Remove some...
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    8 Best Car Dog Barriers

    If your dog can't sit still in the car, a dog barrier will ensure they...

    Deals We Love: Kobalt Tools

    Lowe's house brand, Kobalt, has been a steadfast competitor in hand and power tools since...

    How to Winterize a Chainsaw

    Keep your chainsaw in tip-top shape during the winter off-season
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    The Homeowner’s Guide to Winterizing Outdoor Equipment

    Mowers, chainsaws, blowers — your outdoor power equipment needs to be prepared for winter if...
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    Stuff We Still Love: Pipe Wrench, Doweling Jig and Glue Gun

    These three classic tools are as relevant today as when they first appeared on our...

    Family Handyman’s Vintage Truck Ads from the ‘80s

    As part of our 70th Anniversary celebration, Family Handyman takes a look back at the...

    Stuff We Love: Lacrosse Alpha Range Winter Work Boots

    Keep your feet warm, dry and happy with these high-quality work boots from Lacrosse.

    5-Star Tools With a Cult Following

    Simplify random fixes as well as involved DIY projects by picking up these popular tools...
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    5 Best Places to Buy Paint Online

    Now you can repaint your home without going to the hardware store. These retailers make...
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    Upgrade Your Garage With These Amazon Prime Day Deals

    Clear your mind and your space with these discounted garage items during Amazon Prime Day.
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    6 Prime Day Products to Help Us Weather the Winter

    Winter is right around the corner. These Prime Day products will help you prepare for...
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    Prime Day Products Perfect for Any Construction Pro

    Amazon Prime Day typically has fantastic deals on tools and gear for pros. And even...