Home Improvement Reviews and Rankings

Best Moth Trap

Winner: Catchmaster Moth and Pantry Pest Trap
So you have a moth problem. The usual sticks or small items that you throw into the closet are just not getting the job done? It happens. Sometimes what is...

Best Scroll Saw

Winner: Delta 20” Variable Speed Scroll Saw model #40-690
Scroll saws are specialty woodworking tools. Not everyone uses one in their shop, only those who want to cut designs and pictures into wood sheets. Most...

Best Glass Glue

Winner: Henkel Loctite 4-Gram Super Glue Control
Finding the best glue for glass can be tricky, in part because there are so many different types of glue available. While hot glue is good for many craft...

Best Ant Killer

Winner: Terro 300 Liquid Ant Killer Bait Traps
Ants are the common enemy of many homeowners. Whether, they are taking over your yard or scouting for a new destination in your kitchen. Ants are a pesky...

Best Mosquito Killer

Winner: Flowtron BK-80D Electronic Insect Killer
Sitting out late at night in the summer months can be enjoyable, but when those mosquitoes begin coming and biting because of the lights you have on, a...

Best Multimeter

Winner: Fluke 87V True RMS Industrial Digital Multimeter
Of all of the electrical tools out there, a good multimeter is one of the most versatile and important pieces of equipment you can have in your toolbox....

Best Cordless Drill

Winner: Makita 18V Compact Lithium-Ion Cordless 1/2" Driver-Drill Kit BDF452HW
Of all the portable power tools you can buy, the one you’ll use the most is a cordless drill/driver. In fact, it seems like every time I turn around, I’m...

Best Ceiling Paint

Winner: Rust-Oleum Zinsser Ceiling Paint
There's no doubt about it. Painting a ceiling can be hard work. Finding an easy-to-apply ceiling paint which won't require several coats, is the first step...

Best Wood Glue

Winner: Franklin International Titebond III Ultimate Wood Glue
Whether used as a noun (“you are the glue of this team), a verb (“she glued her fingers together”); or an adjective (“the gluey residue”) – the word glue...

Best Screwdriver Set

Winner: Bahco by Snap-On BE-9881 Premium Ergonomic Screwdriver Set
Everyone needs a set of screwdrivers; this is one of those basic tools that form part of anyone’s kit, whether handyman or just someone who has to do...

Best Floor Jack

Winner: Arcan 3.5 Ton Auto Floor Jack ARC-XL35
Buying a jack is an important decision because you want a quality item that will stand up over time. The jacks listed here have been used by professional...

Best Knee Pads for Work

Winner: T-wedge Patella Knee Pads
When it comes to supportive equipment for physically demanding jobs, most people only consider the needs of their backs. However, when you spend a large...

Best Air Compressor

Winner: Campbell Hausfeld Electric Stationary Air Compressor CE4000
Each of these air compressors deserves the title of best for different qualities or a combination of qualities. Which one is best for you is something you...

Best Budget Corded Drills & Drivers

Winner: DeWalt DWD115K Heavy Duty 3/8 VSR Mid Handle Drill Kit with Keyless Chuck
Cordless power tools are all the craze, especially the newer lithium-ion powered tools. It seems that both manufacturers and retail outlets are pushing to...

Best Laser Measuring Tool under $150

Winner: Milwaukee 2280-20 Laser Distance Meter
Laser measuring tools are becoming more popular all the time. As they do so, the price has been dropping as well. The same units we’re looking at today for...