When you own a 1920’s bungalow home, you quickly become familiar with renovation. Unfortunately, people don’t always make the right choices. This home already had its exterior renovated using HardiePlank® Lap Siding. They failed, however, to use the same bug- and rot-resistant material for the window trim. Instead, windows were trimmed using pine and then […]
Milwaukee Flexible Head Ratcheting Wrenches Save Knuckles Several years ago Milwaukee mechanics tools hit the market—including cordless ratchets, large impact wrenches, hand tools, and storage solutions. Now, Milwaukee Tool is once again branching out with new Flexible Head Ratcheting Combination Wrenches. Tell Us About It… We love—and really prefer—using flex head ratcheting wrenches. It’s like […]
If you had to ask people what tasks around the house they hate to do more than anything, chances are you are going to hear a lot of people say cleaning the gutters. While gutter cleaning may be an unpleasant job, it’s also a necessary one. We recommend doing it once per year—at least. Clogged clutters can cause […]
It wasn’t until I moved down south that I realized how important insulation for warm climates could be. You see, I really like old houses. I like them so much that I decided to move my family into a 3 bedroom bungalow and renovate it while we lived there. It only took a couple of months for me to […]
Having reviewed tons of DeWalt Tools, we already appreciate the brand for its powerful and ergonomic cordless products. On the corded side, the brand makes powerful saws and rotary hammers. Because of this, we love it when the brand offers steep DeWalt tool deals and discounts to Pros. What Kind of DeWalt Tool Discounts to […]
When you ask who makes the best tools, the answers vary. It’s a long-held belief around here that the manufacturer with the best cordless drill doesn’t necessarily make the best miter saw. The same can be said for each type of nailer. In fact, the best nail gun in the various categories and styles we […]
We’ve found Makita Tools to provide an excellent combination of run-time and power. The brand has dominated things like our best impact driver head-to-head tests in the past. On the OPE (outdoor power equipment) side, Makita has a rich history of both gas and battery-powered lawn tools. For all these reasons, we love seeing Makita […]
I can’t tell you how many times people have asked my opinion about shopping at Ace Hardware vs Home Depot. To understand my answer, you’d have to take into account a lot of information I’ve gathered over the years as well as how much I value small business. When you look at these two stores, […]
Having already reviewed most of the EGO string trimmers, getting our hands on the EGO 56V Power Head attachment system seemed a logical next step. It encompasses so many great products in one. You get one power head to operate a string trimmer, edger, pole chainsaw, and much more. Pros Robust system of compatible attachments […]
Not every seemingly broken appliance requires a service call. The most common problems with household appliances are mechanical in nature. You may have a broken or worn-out component (such as a switch or motor). A loose wire or a bad connection can also cause easily-fixable problems. If they want to, any homeowner can learn how […]
