April is here, May is right around the corner (no joke) and summer’s not far behind. Keeping cool on the jobsite is imperative so if you haven’t already done so, you’ll have to break out your cooling gear to handle higher temps and the hazard of workplace heat stress soon. But the innovative cooling PPE…
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15 Steps To Install A Sump Pump
What Is A Sump Pump? The purpose of a sump pump is to remove water that accumulates in a basin-like area known as a sump. These areas may be found in the crawlspace, but they’re commonly found in the basement of a home or other structure. The water may come from nearly any source including…
Top DeWalt Tools By Trade
The Best DeWalt Tools By Trade As old man winter loosens the grasp on the majority of the country, March is a great time to evaluate your tool needs for the upcoming building season. DeWalt is making this a little easier this year by offering a record number of deals and promotions so we have…
3 Tips for Generator Safety
Generators Can Be Helpful During Times Of Natural Disaster Disasters of any kind, natural or man made, are exactly that… disastrous and extremely costly. Let’s quickly look at what some of the worst disasters in North America have cost to clean up and fix. Hurricane Katrina 2010 – $145B Northridge Earthquake 1994 – $60B Hurricane…
How To Choose The Right Sander
Sanding wood or metal surfaces is a common workshop task, and power sanders speed up this time-consuming job. With the right sander, you can remove excess material from a rough board, shape a delicate curve or prepare a wood surface for paint or stain. Discover the features and capabilities of these useful tools, and learn…
How to Thaw Frozen Pipes
Frozen pipes can be a real issue during the winter months. Pipes that run outdoors or along the outer walls of the home are the most vulnerable to freezing temperatures. Unfortunately, simply keeping the interior of your home warm isn’t enough protection for pipes that run close to exterior walls. Water pipes that run from…
Should You Choose A Green Beam Or Red Beam Laser?
Professionals who grew up using bubble spirit levels, plumb bobs and chalk lines for years are just now beginning to use laser levels. And since they’re familiar with the technology, now the question is whether to use a green- or red-beam laser; an issue that’s been kicking around for more than 20 years. But new…
Gift Guide: For the General Contractor
Find The Perfect Gift For A General Contractor Wondering what to get the general contractors in your life? Check out our gift guide for some of our favorites. You may even be able to score a deal! Need more gift ideas? Find gift guides for DIYers, Electricians, Plumbers and Woodworkers.
Gift Guide: For the Electrician
The Best Gift Guide For Electricians Wondering what to get the electricians in your life? Check out our gift guide for some of our favorites. You may even be able to score a deal! Need more gift ideas? Find gift guides for DIYers, General Contractors, Plumbers and Woodworkers.
Gift Guide: For the Woodworker
Wondering what to get the woodworkers in your life? Check out our gift guide for some of our favorites. You may even be able to score a deal! Need more gift ideas? Find gift guides for DIY-ers, General Contractors, Electricians and Plumbers.