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Welcome to The Wise Handyman – the internet’s leading resource on the tools you need to get stuff done around the house.  We create in-depth buying guides for the various tools of the trade so that you can rest assured that you’re getting the most bang for your buck.  Each guide we produce is based not only on our authors’ years of expertise (we only hire expert reviewers), but on product testing and comprehensive, in depth research.  Sure, it may be overkill to spend over 30 hours writing a guide, but after all, it’s our mission to get you the best tool for the job and that’s what it takes.  We hope you enjoy what we have to offer.  

Featured Tool Review Guides

Best Weed Eater / Spring Trimmers

Whether you’re a career landscaper or a casual DIYer, a weed eater is a crucial tool of the trade.  We’ve done the hard work for you, bringing you the best electric and gas powered string trimmers on the market.

Best Riding Lawn Mowers

There’s no quicker way to get a lawn cut than a good riding lawn mower.  Here we break down the best riding mowers for your and the needs of your lawn.  From tractor style to zero turn, we cover it all.

Best Leaf Blowers

In this in-depth guide, we break down the different types of leaf blowers on the market and the best of each category.  From backpack style to battery-powered, we cover it all. 

Best Cordless Hedge Trimmers

If you have bushes that need taming, you’re going to need a hedge trimmer.  These days cordless hedge trimmers tend to be the best for most homeowners, so we’ve gone ahead and found the best ones for you.

Best Push Lawn Mowers

Every DIYer with a lawn needs a push mower (even if you already have a riding mower).  We break down the best push mowers on the market, including a couple electric options!

Best 4 Stroke Weed Eaters

Two stroke engines are a pain – blue smoke, mixing oil, and that awful high-pitched sound.  So, we went ahead and researched the best 4-stroke weed eaters there are available today.

Lawn Mowers

Can you mow your lawn when it’s wet?

Can you mow your lawn when it’s wet?

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"Can I mow wet grass?" It's a question that I'm commonly asked, and the short answer is, 'yes, technically you can mow wet grass.' However, the answer isn't as simple as a yes or no, and like most things in life and lawn mowing, the answer is slightly more nuanced....

Fertilizers and Herbicides

Weed and Feeds

Weed Eaters and Trimmers

8 Best Trimmer Heads of 2021 [Reviews]

8 Best Trimmer Heads of 2021 [Reviews]

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Even the best, most versatile mower can struggle to turn an unruly lawn into an emerald-green sea of landscaping perfection. For tight spots and tougher weeds, a string trimmer is necessary. However, the rapidly spinning trimmer head that easily cuts through errant...

8 Best Electric Edgers of 2021 [Reviews]

8 Best Electric Edgers of 2021 [Reviews]

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Keeping a lawn looking its best can sometimes feel like a full-time job. However, with the right equipment, keeping everything looking neat, tidy, and healthy is a breeze. One of the essential items when hoping to keep a well-manicured lawn is an electric edger. These...