Bosch Tools typically pack a punch, and their drilling and cutting accessories are second to none. The brand provides powerful and advanced cordless products—particularly for concrete drilling. Their drills and impact drivers remain one of our favorite brands to use here in the shop. From the Bosch Hell-ion Turbo charger to their advanced X-Lock grinder […]
Milwaukee Shockwave Bits Deliver Quick, Efficient Fiberglass and Composite Pole Drilling Milwaukee Tool just released info on some new Shockwave Lineman’s Fiberglass Drill Bits, engineered to deliver clean, straight holes through both composite and fiberglass utility poles and cross-arms. The 7/16” hex shank fits perfectly with the M18 Fuel Hex Utility High Torque Impact Wrench. […]
We know the scenario all too well. You find a really great deal on a new kitchen faucet to replace that old leaking clunker you have. As soon as you get home you excitedly start to tear out the old one and realize that you have no way to loosen the large nuts on the […]
In the wake of a hurricane (pick one), you often hear about the use of thermal imagers. Using thermal imagers in disaster recovery consistently remains popular as a mechanism for search and rescue as well as troubleshooting. These tools can help people move back into their homes and businesses sooner after major disasters. While strong […]
EGO PowerLoad String Trimmer Adds Adjustability for Height The EGO Power+ PowerLoad String Trimmer with Telescoping Aluminum Shaft does something unique. Unlike most trimmers that let you place the handle (once) for comfort, this trimmer adjusts. A telescoping handle moves to quickly match the height of the user. Of course, that’s not all it does […]
In the Nitrile vs Latex Debate, Skin Allergies Play a Huge Role There seems to be a lot of confusion when it comes to nitrile vs latex gloves. If you forget everything else, realize that nitrile gloves eliminate the single biggest problem with latex: skin allergies. Regardless of whether you’re an automotive professional (i.e. auto […]
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 […]
