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A corded drill provides enough power for heavy-duty projects like drilling through oak, teak, and other hardwoods. Read our review below on the best electric drills to see what models are available to you. The products included in this article are available at various home improvement stores, local home centers, and online retailers like Amazon.

A snow shovel helps you clear high-traffic areas of your yard, driveway, and sidewalk after a snowstorm. To find a snow shovel that’s right for you, read our review on the best snow shovels available. The products included in this article are available at various home improvement stores, local home centers, and online retailers like Amazon.

In this round-up and comprehensive buying guide, our team looks at some of the best circular saws on the market today.

Our team tested and ranked five of the best tool bags available online. See how they stacked up in this review and buying guide.

In this round-up and comprehensive buying guide, our team takes a close look at some of today's best electric chainsaws.

This Old House editor Chris Ermides delivers the lowdown on choosing and using these versatile power players.

Teach your children about tools while also giving them something to play with by purchasing one of the best tool sets for kids currently on the market.

Whether you’re hanging a picture frame in your new home, planting flowers for the spring season, or working on your car, these tool kits will help make your life easier. Keep reading to learn about the best tool sets available on Amazon and your local home center.

Removing snow and ice from your driveway, sidewalk, and surrounding areas is a task that may require an arsenal of tools. The This Old House Reviews team researched the best snow removal equipment to help you keep your home safe throughout the winter season.

The best tool belts in 2024 are the TradeGear Tool Belt, GatorBack Professional Carpenter's Tool Belt, and the Style N Craft Tool Belt.

In this round-up and buying guide, our team tests and reviews some of the best cordless drills on the market today. See how they stack up.

Read our review on the best tool organizers and learn how factors like mobility, type of tool, and material will affect the type of organizer you buy.

If you need a variety of tools to complete a DIY project, read our review of the best power tool sets on Amazon to find one that’s right for you.

If you’re looking for a fastening tool for your next project, read our review of the best nail guns on Amazon to learn about a model that can fit your needs.

If you’re looking for a tool to bore through metal or wood, read our review on the best benchtop drill presses on Amazon to find one for your next DIY project.

Keep your tools organized and secure with one of today's best toolboxes. Read our in-depth review to learn which toolbox is right for you.

Our team tested and reviewed some of today's best hammers to help you find the perfect model for projects big and small.

In this buyer’s guide, the This Old House Reviews Team takes a look at today’s best snow blowers. From electric shovels to self-driving machines, there’s something here to get you through any winter storm.

In this latest version of the 17-in-1 painter’s tool, the knife blade tackles more tasks than ever—and the handle gets put to use, too.

Read this guide to learn about the best metal-cutting tools to have on hand and the best ways to cut sheet metal, pipes, and more.

There are lots of different clamps at the store, but which ones are right for your projects? Read our handy guide to find out.

Emphasizing one-handed use, this new Leatherman stuffs 21 tools into its 4 1/4 -inch-long, stainless steel handles.

Need that perfect gift for Dad? From grills to power tools to the latest smart tech, our Father's Day Gift Guide has something for everyone.

This DIY toolbox label project is perfect for Father’s Day—or any other day you want to help the handy person in your life get organized.

A well-stocked home tool kit will help you handle everything from day-to-day fixes to major home improvement projects. In this review, the This Old House Reviews Team researched the best tools for your home tool kit on the web to help you find the products that are right for you.

Random orbital sanders are both versatile and effective. Learn more about buying and using them from the This Old House experts.

A well-made level can help most tasks become easier and the results more accurate.

Having trouble knowing whether to use a handsaw or a power saw? Learn how to choose the best saw for the job with our in-depth handsaw guide.