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Everyone loves opening up that box with a shiny new tool inside. Buying and using the latest cool, new tools has to be one of the reasons we got into the construction trades in the first place, right? But when should you rent tools vs buying them? Renting may seem obvious for SkidSteers and loaders. […]
Knowing how to replace a toilet can save you a lot of money. While it can seem like a daunting task, it’s really not all that difficult if you follow a few basic steps and understand the big picture. At some point, nearly every homeowner is faced with some kind of toilet task. That might […]
We’re always looking for better ways to serve our customers and grow our businesses. For this reason, it’s a good idea to consider ways you can expand the services and products you offer. A case in point: learning how to install epoxy flooring for garages and workspaces. These handsome floors don’t require a lot of […]
The 2021 Pro Tool Innovation Awards have been announced with winners and finalists across more than 150 categories that recognize innovative tools, accessories, fasteners, and products across the construction industry as well as automotive, maintenance, woodworking, industrial, production, and landscaping trades! Every year, the Pro Tool Innovation Awards highlight the most innovative products from around […]
Filtering out silica dust concrete dust on the jobsite doesn’t do us a whole lot of good if we’re emptying it back into the air trying to dispose of it. So, how do we go about disposing of concrete dust (silica dust) without causing more problems than we solved? We recently talked to Jim Bohn, […]
Most people would have no idea how to go about moving a large storage or garden shed. It seems like an insurmountable task or something that could result in a lot of damage if not done correctly. Some people use 4×4 pickups and tow chains – ouch that could cause some serious damage to your […]
Hearing protection is something we talk a lot about on any job. Hearing loss is one of those things that happens over time, so it’s not always a priority for younger guys and gals. But that scene of an old lady shouting at her husband just to be heard is only cute in movies and […]
If you’ve been on the jobsite for a while, you know what features to look for on a circular saw. At the very least you know the circular saw features you already use. However, as even cordless circular saws gain in performance, more features (and capabilities) keep showing up. Features to Look for When Shopping […]
If you’ve ever lived in an old house—a really old house—then you know the problem of termites. They can wreak havoc on old wood floors. If you have access to replacement wood (in our case, heart pine boards taken from the attic), you can get those floors looking good as new in virtually no time […]
“Is technology affecting electricians’ job security?” This is one of the questions Klein asked in a 2017 State of the Industry survey. Over 600 union and non-union electricians participated in the survey. And, have no fear, Klein found that electricians still get plenty of work. Generally speaking, Pros didn’t even seem too concerned about running […]
