A Big Thank-You

We at Decibel Defense are deeply honored and grateful to be mentioned in the recent article by Bob Vila — “Grab a Bob Vila-Reader Favorite Fall Must-Have Before It Sells Out Again”. 

We’d like to share our sincere appreciation, and also take this moment to reinforce how our mission aligns perfectly with the arrival of fall: helping you gear up for the season safely, effectively and with confidence.

When Bob Vila recognized our flagship product, the Decibel Defense Safety Earmuff, as the top reader-favorite fall product — “our top pick in testing for the best hearing protection… comfortable, but even more important, they were the most effective at blocking noise” — it truly meant the world to our team. 

We started Decibel Defense with a simple but powerful goal: to provide high-quality hearing protection for folks who work, play, or live in noisy environments — whether that means leaf-blowing, construction, shooting, woodworking, or just everyday loud living. Being selected by Bob Vila readers affirms that our effort to deliver effective, comfortable, and accessible protection is being noticed and appreciated.

We want to say thank you to our customers, supporters, and to the Bob Vila team. Recognition like this motivates us to continue innovating and raising the standard.

Why Fall is the Perfect Time to Think Hearing Protection

As the leaves change and temperatures drop, many of us shift gears. Fall brings seasonal chores, outdoor maintenance, holiday prep, travel, and yes — noise. Whether you’re clearing leaves, operating power tools, mowing before winter, or heading to outdoor events, the volume doesn’t always quiet down just because the calendar says fall.

Here’s how Decibel Defense helps you prep for fall — and beyond:

Leaf-Blowing & Yard Work

Many fall tasks bring unexpected noise: high-powered blowers, leaf vacs, chainsaws, hedge trimmers, and more. These tools often generate sound levels that, over time, can damage hearing. That’s where a quality earmuff like ours comes into play. Comfort, fit, and high noise reduction ratings (NRR) are crucial for staying protected during extended tasks outdoors.

Home Improvement & DIY-Projects

Fall is a time when folks toggle between outdoor and indoor projects: patching up gutters before winter, insulating windows, or running power tools in a newly cleaned workspace. We made sure our earmuffs perform well even when you’re doing something in your garage or basement: repeated noise spikes, motor sounds, and even music or podcasts in the background. Fall prep often means doing it yourself — and we’re here so you can do it safely.

Travel, Events & Sensory Protection

Fall often brings travel (college visits, sports events, concerts, holiday prep) and loud environments (football games, festivals, cheering crowds). Even if you’re not using power tools, you might still want protection from sudden loud sounds. Our product isn’t just for “job sites” — it’s for life: kid-friendly, sensory-friendly, and suitable for quieting a rowdy game or a busy airport lounge.

Gift-Ready & Seasonal Utility

Since Bob Vila mentioned that “brighter shades make it easy to spot in storage or as a fun holiday gift,” we’d like to highlight that too. Fall signals gift-season preparation. A high-quality hearing protection product can be a thoughtful and practical gift — for DIYers, for folks who travel, for parents of young kids, for anyone whose environment could use a little more quiet. We’ve got color choices, ready for the shelf, ready for gifting. 

What Makes Decibel Defense Different?

When we set out to design and deliver our hearing protection, we focused on a few key things that matter in fall and year-round:

• High performance in noise reduction: In the Bob Vila review, our earmuffs were singled out as “hard to beat … sound-blocking ability was second to none.”  Hearing protection is only effective if it truly attenuates the harmful noise — everything else is just decoration.

• Comfort for longer wear: Fall tasks can take hours (in garage, yard, basement). If the earmuff is uncomfortable, users will take it off — defeating the purpose. We worked on fit, padding, adjustability, and ergonomics.

• Affordability plus quality: The reviewer noted the balance we struck: “They cost less than most of the other products we tested.”  Quality shouldn’t be luxury-priced.

• Versatility for multiple use-cases: Whether you’re mowing, shooting, working with power tools, or simply in a loud environment, our earmuffs are built for versatility. Fall brings a mix of scenarios — and we built to match that.

• Visibility and storage-ready options: As mentioned in the review, color matters for storage and gifting. We make sure you can locate your gear, store it safely, and pull it out when needed (instead of losing it in the garage).

Preparing Your Fall Checklist With Decibel Defense

Here’s a quick fall checklist where hearing protection takes a starring role — and we’re right there with you to check that box.

• Clean your garage/workshop: clear out summer clutter, prep tools. When using saws, drills or heavy equipment — wear the earmuffs.

• Inspect your outdoor gear: leaf and yard tools, blowers, mowers — test them, ensure they’re functioning properly. When you fire them up, slip on your earmuff protection.

• Schedule power-tool/DIY tasks before the weather turns: attic/wall insulation, window upgrades, gutter cleaning. Long sessions = long exposure → greater need for protection.

• Attend outdoor work or events: tailgates, football games, concerts, loud environments. Always have your hearing protection in your bag, glove box or kid’s backpack.

• Consider gifting: with holidays approaching, think of fall prep gear as gifts. A thoughtful bundle (earmuffs + gloves + cabin filter) makes for a practical and appreciated alternative to typical holiday gifts.

• Store gear visibly: choose a shelf, pegboard, or hook near your workshop or entry door. Bright-color earmuffs can signal “grab me before you start noise = go.”

• Commit to consistent use: Hearing damage is cumulative. One noisy afternoon without protection can add up. Make your earmuffs your habit.

What’s Next for Us (and You)

Because we were spotlighted in this Bob Vila article, we’re energized to expand our offerings and support. We’ll be working on:

• Introducing new color/visibility options for fall and holiday gifting.

• Enhancing accessories or bundles (earmuffs + storage pouch + kids-size versions) to suit the season’s variety.

• Publishing more content and tips about seasonal noise hazards (from leaf-blowers to holiday travel to sensory overload in crowds).

• Continuing to listen to customer feedback — you told us “long wear matters”, “kids fit matters”, “visibility matters” — we took notes.

For you, our community: stay tuned. We’ll share more tips, videos, guides, and product updates that tie directly into fall and winter readiness. Together, we’ll make sure noise isn’t the thing that sidelines your plans this season.

Final Thoughts

Again, thank you — to Bob Vila and the readers who nominated us, to our customers who trust us, and to everyone who believes in protecting their hearing as part of preparedness. Fall is often associated with leaves, cooler air, and prepping for winter — but it’s also a season when noise doesn’t pause. Whether you’re trimming, mowing, commuting, working, traveling, or cheering, you deserve protection.

At Decibel Defense, we’re proud to help you hear better, live better, protect better. Let’s make this fall safe, smart, and noise-aware.

Here’s to a great season ahead — with fewer turnovers, fewer muffled outings, fewer regrets. Pull on your earmuffs, grab your gear, enjoy the crisp air, and let’s do this right.

Warm regards,

The Decibel Defense Team