While you can tackle run-of-the-mill dust, dirt, and debris with a regular vacuum, serious messes are best left to a shop vac (also called a wet/dry vacuum—more on that below). These vacuums are ...

Commonly called "shop vacs" after the popular Shop-Vac brand, the trusty wet/dry vacuum is a cornerstone of garage and workspace cleanliness. These handy large-capacity vacuums can suck up both dry ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Commonly called "shop vacs" after the popular Shop-Vac brand, the trusty wet/dry vacuum is a cornerstone ...

Dotdash Meredith and Yahoo Inc. may earn commission or revenue on some items through the links below. Our top pick is the Vacmaster 12-Gallon 5 Peak HP Wet/Dry Shop Vacuum for its portability, ...