The Best DIY & Home Improvement Subreddits in 2026

DIY subreddits are where people learn to fix, build, and make things themselves — and where experienced tradespeople warn you before you do something dangerous.

These are the best DIY and home improvement subreddits in 2026.

Published . Member counts are approximate; activity checked September 25, 2026.

The best diy subreddits

  1. 1
    r/DIY26M+ membersVery active · 100+ posts/monthStats →

    Best for: DIY projects

    One of Reddit's largest communities, full of project write-ups.

  2. 2
    r/HomeImprovement4.4M+ membersVery active · 100+ posts/monthStats →

    Best for: Home improvement

    Renovation and repair advice.

  3. 3
    r/fixit400K+ membersVery active · 100+ posts/monthStats →

    Best for: Fixing things

    Help fixing broken items.

  4. 4
    r/handyman73K+ membersVery active · 100+ posts/monthStats →

    Best for: Handyman work

    Practical repair techniques.

  5. 5
    r/DIYUK700K+ membersVery active · 100+ posts/monthStats →

    Best for: UK DIY

    DIY for UK homes and regulations.

  6. 6
    r/woodworking5.8M+ membersVery active · 100+ posts/monthStats →

    Best for: Woodworking

    Woodworking projects and techniques.

  7. 7
    r/3Dprinting2.9M+ membersVery active · 100+ posts/monthStats →

    Best for: 3D printing

    3D printers, prints, and troubleshooting.

  8. 8
    r/somethingimade2.9M+ membersVery active · 100+ posts/monthStats →

    Best for: Showcasing projects

    Share things you made.

  9. 9
    r/crafts2.7M+ membersVery active · 100+ posts/monthStats →

    Best for: Crafts

    Crafting projects of every type.

  10. 10
    r/maker44K+ membersVery active · 100+ posts/monthStats →

    Best for: Maker projects

    Electronics and maker builds.

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    r/Tools830K+ membersVery active · 100+ posts/monthStats →

    Best for: Tools

    Tool recommendations and reviews.

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    r/homeowners2.5M+ membersVery active · 100+ posts/monthStats →

    Best for: Homeowners

    Home ownership questions.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best DIY subreddit?

r/DIY for projects and r/HomeImprovement for home repairs.

Where can I get help fixing something?

r/fixit is dedicated to repairs.

Is there a subreddit for 3D printing?

Yes, r/3Dprinting.

Can I take over a dead DIY subreddit?

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