Summer’s here (insert happy dance), and with it comes backyard BBQs, fun afternoons on the deck, and, of course, all the upkeep that keeps your home looking like an oasis throughout the season. Here are eight home and garden products that help you work less and enjoy more the summer. They'll get rid of the pests and reduce the heat for you - helping you make the most of the season.
Pest Defense Made Simple with Cutter Backyard Bug Control Concentrate
“Shoo fly (and mosquito, and gnat, and flea) don’t bother me.” Everyone is invited to the summer party, except the pests! Cutter Backyard Bug Control Concentrate makes bug control a breeze, killing mosquitoes and other insects fast and keeps them gone for up to 12 weeks. The QuickFlip hose-end sprayer makes it as easy as grip, flip, and go with no mixing and no mess. Just hook it up to your hose and spray down lawns, landscaping, and outdoor surfaces where bugs hide. It’s one of the simplest ways to make your yard enjoyable and pest-free all summer long.
Where to Buy: This 2-pack of Cutter Backyard Bug Control Concentrate is only $19.36 on Amazon!
Cool Deck with Engineered Design and Durability by Trex Decking
Everyone needs a cool place to hang, literally! And composite decking is the way to go, but many complain it’s hot to the foot, and can be expensive. Not anymore! Trex continues to elevate outdoor living with its expanded Trex Select® line, featuring SunComfortable™ technology that keeps deck surfaces cooler than standard composites. Engineered to stay cooler underfoot on even the hottest days, they’re also fully submersible and W.U.I. compliant, making them a smart, functional, and affordable choice for everything from lakefront docks to fire-prone areas. And with a tough, low-maintenance shell that shrugs off stains, scratches, and mold, upkeep is as simple as a quick rinse for effortless backyard living.
Where to Buy: Learn more about building with Trex and other Trex products on the Trex site.
Discover Backyard Bird Watching with The Bird Buddy Smart Bird Feeder Pro
Summer is the season to stop and smell the roses, or better yet, watch the birds. Bird Buddy has revolutionized a favorite summer pastime, backyard birdwatching. With the world’s first AI-powered smart bird feeder, it's interactive, educational, and a fun innovation for the whole family to enjoy. The upgraded Smart Bird Feeder Pro features a HDR camera that captures 2K live streams, slow-motion videos, and breathtaking photos, all with real-time species identification through the Bird Buddy app. Designed with an optional solar roof and enhanced battery storage, it runs for weeks without recharging. The AI-driven species recognition instantly identifies visitors, helping users build a personal digital bird collection. The free app lets you organize sightings, explore detailed species insights, and share your feathered discoveries with friends and family.
Where to Buy: ON SALE for only $250 on Amazon.
Backup Summer Memories on the Go with Picture Keeper Connect
With all of the summer memories being created at home and on the go, it’s smart to think about backing them up, in a safe, cloud-free way. Backing up your photos and videos has never been easier with Picture Keeper Connect. Simply plug in, press Start, and let Picture Keeper Connect do the rest. Compatible with all phones and computers, it can store thousands of photos securely, giving you peace of mind knowing that no one but you has access to your files. It comes with a durable fire and water resistant pouch to protect your precious memories from life’s unexpected mishaps. Perfect for keeping your summer moments safe on the lake, in the pool, or at the beach, hassle-free.
Where to Buy: 64 GB of storage for only $91.93 on Amazon.
Hauling and Moving Made Easy with Stowaway Cart
Whether you’re moving summer gear, hauling beach supplies, or doing backyard projects, the Stowaway Cart by ADCO Industries delivers premium performance with easy portability. Weighing less than 35 lbs but built to carry up to 600 lbs, it easily folds down to reduce storage space by 87%, perfect for stashing away between trips or moving. With rugged 5" wheels, locking casters, and a secure one-inch railing on each shelf, this cart carries heavy loads through rough terrain easily. Optional solid shelving and wall wheels can provide added protection and versatility, making summer moves and outdoor hauling smoother.
Where to Buy: Buy direct from ADCO Industries.
Beat the Heat Quietly with DREO TurboPoly™ Fan 508S
DREO has been the number one seller of fans on Amazon for three years running, and after being cooled by them I can see why. This fan is everything you ever wanted in a fan, and more, really, it’s that exciting! Beat the summer heat with the DREO TurboPoly™ Fan 508S, the newest and best summer innovation in fans and cooling. Its 1-Touch Turbo Mode blasts airflow up to 90 feet away at a speed of 26 feet per second, delivering instant cool on the hottest days. With 3D Automatic Oscillation, this fan cools your entire room with 120° horizontal and vertical movement. Plus, with over 1,500 ambient RGB light colors, it creates endless mood-setting lighting options to brighten your space day and night, combining powerful cooling with the right summer ambiance all season long.
Where to Buy: Only $99 on Amazon.
Light Up Your Summer with GE Cync Dynamic Effects Smart Café Lights
Light up the night – in style! Transform your space with GE Cync Dynamic Effects Smart Café Lights, creating your perfect summer ambiance with style and smart technology. These easy-to-install light strings offer millions of vibrant colors and white tones, letting you customize each bulb individually or choose coordinated color schemes to suit any outdoor occasion. Control lighting right from your phone with the Cync App, including adjusting brightness, setting lighting schedules, and syncing the lights to your favorite music for every summer celebration. These durable café lights easily hang along decks, fences, or trees, turning your patio into a cozy, inviting retreat for every outdoor hangout and celebration.
Where to Buy: Get 48 ft. for $77.99 on Amazon.
Sting Protection with Spectracide Wasp, Hornet & Yellowjacket Trap
Don’t let stinging insects crash your summer hangouts and celebrations. Spectracide Wasp, Hornet & Yellowjacket Trap is an effective, tool-free solution to keep flying pests away. Designed for quick, no-hassle setup, this trap uses a low-odor, sugar-based lure that starts working immediately to attract and trap wasps, hornets, yellowjackets, and even flies. Each lure lasts up to 30 days, and the reusable trap makes seasonal pest control simple, effective, and affordable. Ideal for peak wasp season from June through October, it’s your first line of defense to stop a problem before it starts throughout the summer season.
Where to Buy: This Spectracide Wasp, Hornet & Yellowjacket Trap is only $14.77 (photo above), but shop a variety of different Spectracide Pest Removal products.
MORE Household Tips & Products for Creating Your Own Backyard Oasis
Stay tuned for our upcoming article on home and garden products to help you work smarter not harder to achieve and upkeep that beautiful backyard. Until then, check out other helpful articles for creating your own backyard haven from Tools in Action.
