Practical guides on auto, home, renters, flood, and life insurance for Portsmouth and southern Ohio.
Fire-safety groups say plug a freezer straight into the wall. If you truly can’t, the best extension cord for freezer use is short, grounded and 12–14 AWG.
Vent-free or vented, natural gas or propane, remote or match-lit? We sorted 6 sets by BTU and firebox size to find the best gas fireplace logs for your hearth.
TV size limits, heater watts, flame-only mode and anchoring: we compared 7 media consoles to find the best fireplace tv stand for straight walls and corners.
Sliding, swivel or a simple seat? Compare the best tub transfer bench and shower chair picks by stated weight capacity, seat height, tub side and setup.
Shroud, cup wheel and vacuum: we compared kits, planers and a walk-behind to find the best concrete grinder for your job, with OSHA silica dust rules explained.
Width, CFM, ceiling height or ducting? We compared six ceiling-mount hoods on listing specs to find the best island range hood for 30- and 36-inch cooktops.
From a budget 12-inch Lodge to smooth-milled American pans and Le Creuset enamel, we sort the best cast iron skillet picks by weight, finish, lids and handles.
Carbon steel, cast iron, nonstick or a plug-in induction base? We compared 7 listings to find the best wok for gas stoves, electric tops and small kitchens.
Wall dock, flexible hose or USB mini? We compared the best handheld vacuum options for crumbs, stairs and sofas, from a #1-ranked dustbuster to a Dyson V10.
Bagged or bagless, pod or fixed, 9 lb or 17 lb? Our best upright vacuum picks run from a budget Kenmore to Oreck, Shark Vertex and Dyson, from listing facts.
