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Rachel Murphy

Editor, Commerce

About Rachel

Rachel Murphy is a journalist with more than 15 years of experience who relishes creating content that helps readers make smarter everyday decisions. As the former Home Editor at USA Today Network's Reviewed.com, she tested everything from smart home gadgets to cleaning tech. Murphy also sharpened her storytelling chops as an associate segment producer at Good Morning America. A proud University of Central Florida journalism graduate, her published bylines include sources such as GQ, Insider, Mashable, and Bustle's Elite Daily. When she's not working, Rachel is busy wrangling her four kids, overseeing home improvement projects, and creating chaos in the kitchen (usually with a little too much garlic … though "too much" is a relative term). You can always find her with a cup of black coffee within arm's reach.

392 Articles on Yahoo

Latest articles

Why your garden hose keeps kinking — and how to stop it

Leaving a hose twisted up in the yard or wound too tightly for storage can make kinks worse over time. Here's what landscaping experts recommend instead.

Rachel Murphy
Best plumbers in San Francisco, Calif.

When it comes to plumbing issues in the Bay Area, finding a reliable, skilled professional can make all the difference. In this article, we highlight some of the top plumbers across the region, based on reputation, customer reviews and service quality, to help you choose the best option for your home or business.

Bryan Wolfe, Rachel Murphy and Gabriel Kirellos
Best plumbers in Fresno, Calif.

To help you find the best plumbers in Fresno, Yahoo Local researched more than 80 Northern California plumbing companies by verifying licensing, checking thousands of customer reviews and reaching out to our top picks for up-to-date pricing details.

Dana Yewbank, Rachel Murphy and Gabriel Kirellos
Best plumbers in Oklahoma City, Okla.

We rounded up the best plumbing companies in the Oklahoma City area, ranked by online reviews, licensing and more, then we called up the top four for more info. Here's how to find a great plumber.

Gabriel Morgan, Rachel Murphy and Gabriel Kirellos
Best roofers in Chicago, Ill.

Yahoo Local evaluated nearly 60 roofers in Chicago to spotlight the absolute best. Here's what you need to know, whether you're in need of a small roof repair, a routine inspection or a full roof replacement.

Dan Thorp-Lancaster, Rachel Murphy and Gabriel Kirellos
Best plumbers in Tampa, Fla.

If you need a reliable plumber in Tampa, this guide can help you get started. Yahoo Local evaluated local companies, looking at factors like BBB accreditation, customer reviews, background checks and even calling Tampa plumbers directly to ask about rates and availability.

Rachel Murphy, Dan Thorp-Lancaster and Gabriel Kirellos