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Jake Morrison
DIY & smart home tester
Jake spent ten years as an HVAC technician installing furnaces and heat pumps. Since 2023 he has tested tools and smart devices for HouseholdMe. He has renovated two houses himself.
10 yearsexperience as an installer
97products tested
2023joined HouseholdMe
Expertise
DrillsSmart thermostatsHeat pumpsSmart home
Background
2023 – nowDIY & smart home tester, HouseholdMe
2013 – 2023HVAC technician, furnaces and heat pumps
2009 – 2013HVAC technology certificate, Columbus State
Independence
Jake has no financial ties to manufacturers or retailers, accepts no gifts and returns loaned test units.
Editorial guidelinesArticles by Jake
Buying guideThe best cordless drill for home useUpdated September 15, 2026
ReviewTorq 18V reviewSeptember 15, 2026
Buying guideThe best smart thermostatUpdated September 1, 2026
ReviewWarmWise 3 reviewSeptember 1, 2026
Buying guideThe best video doorbell without a subscriptionUpdated September 23, 2026
ReviewRingWise 2K reviewSeptember 23, 2026