Alina Bradford has been writing how-tos, tech articles and more for almost two decades. She currently writes for CNET's Smart Home Section, MTVNews' tech section and for Live Science's reference ...

Becca Lewis is home maintenance writer who aims to foster confidence in and inspire DIY enthusiasts at all skill levels. Becca attended Southern Connecticut State University, where she studied ...

Memories of columns past came to mind as I read Consumer Reports' latest CFL-versus-LED light bulb study, available in complete form in its October issue. I asked for feedback a couple of years ago on ...

Nothing ruins the excitement of decorating for the holidays quite like a malfunctioning string of lights. I’ve definitely made the mistake of putting a string of light on the tree or hanging them ...

The Weekly Fix is a home maintenance column by Home Repair Resource Center, a Cleveland Heights nonprofit that helps homeowners buy, repair and retain their homes. Each week, the center offers a ...

Know Your Stuff is a column that unlocks the hidden secrets about the everyday products you own. We're all looking to bring a little extra brightness into the end a difficult year. But no matter what ...