The following reviews of measuring tools includes tape measures, box levels, squares, and laser measuring devices. That last category is becoming more and more extravagant. Advanced laser measures can be used for both distance as well as calculating volume and area from multiple measurements. For level reviews, new measuring tools include laser systems that can generate horizontal, vertical, and plumb lines simultaneously. Level Reviews, Squares & Measuring Tools on the Jobsite Aside from the tools mentioned above, we also review new smart tools with Bluetooth functionality so tradesmen can understand what works—and what’s gimmicky. There’s also the new Bosch digital levels, Milwaukee InkZall liquid paint markers, Empire Level laser etched squares, and the Fluke VT02 Visual Infrared IR thermometer. As technology improves, our reviews continue to analyze and compare modern tools against the trade and true performers. In this way we can see if new advances improve or just make more complex the tools we use. The last thing we want is to slow down the process of layout and measuring.
Kapro Pipe Level Clips Onto Pipe Easily and Securely V-groove magnetic levels might have been the historic solution to leveling your pipes, but they haven’t been without their challenges. They don’t always hold well, and it seems like they hit the ground as soon as you take your attention off of them for a second. […]
Sola Combines Multiple Smart Functions in One Digital Level The Sola Go! Smart digital level isn’t just some lame tool that only performs one function and calls it a day. It takes advantage of digital and Bluetooth technology to pack a spirit level, inclinometer, and protractor into one single device. And, with the Sola Measures […]
If you work in the industry, you probably own several types of levels used in construction. If you’re new to the job, though, the number of options can be a bit overwhelming. There are several classes of levels you can shoot for: cross-line laser levels and rotary laser levels to name a couple. But the […]
Finding the best bubble level doesn’t have to be an exercise in frustration in spite of the vast number of options out there. In general, there are plenty of reputable choices. Sometimes, you just need to know what other Pros are using to validate your thoughts. Known also as a spirit level, here are some […]
See the Whole Stud with the Hart Professional Stud Finder There are a lot of reasons you need to find a stud on a finished wall. No matter what project is on your list, the Hart Tools Professional 9-LED Stud Finder is an easy-to-use and accurate option. Pros No calibration needed Easy operation Detects the […]
Skil 360° Green Cross Line Laser Level Delivers Outstanding Value If your to-do list of installation projects is getting out of hand and the price of a premium professional cross line laser is out of reach, there’s good news. There’s a Skil 360° green cross line laser and tripod package that offers professional features with a very […]
Lixer Tools has several excellent products for calibrating and checking tape measure accuracy. These range from the Lixer Gage Block to the Lixer Master tape measure calibration tool and even a calibration station and bench square. Originally, these tape measure calibration tools came in wood. Now, Lixer constructs these products from anodized aluminum or 303 […]
Makita Green Cross Line Laser Level Features High Visibility, Crazy-Long Runtime Is the Makita 12V CXT green cross line laser right for your business? In all phases of construction, the three fundamental principles of level, plumb, and square have guided builders for ages. We want to know how well Makita helps you accomplish quality construction […]
Green Beam Technology 4x Brighter Bosch has two green lasers in their laser level lineup that expand its existing lineup with affordable extended-range models. The Bosch Self-Leveling Green Cross-Line Lasers run on AA batteries but deliver range out to 165-ft. That’s a 65% increase in range over models like the popular GCL100-80CG. Bosch on the […]
Zircon Makes Big Advances in Stud Finding with SuperScan K3 Zircon has the next evolution in stud finding technology primed and ready to hit the jobsite any day now. Tuned to find wood studs while simultaneously filtering out all things metallic, the Zircon Superscan K3 Stud Finder virtually eliminates false positive stud indications to give […]
