Milwaukee M12 FUEL 2-speed Screwdriver Giveaway
The folks at Milwaukee are offering one of my newsletter subscribers the chance to win a Milwaukee M12 FUEL 1/4″ Hex 2-speed Screwdriver.
Jobsite Dust Control
A good jobsite dust control strategy is essential to keeping your customer or significant other happy throughout a DIY or remodeling project. Here’s a few tips to get you started: 1. In the work area, look for ways air to enters and leaves the room. This would include sealing off doors, windows, air vents…
Bosch CCS180 Circular Saw Review
Bosch CCS180K 6-1/2-Inch 18-Volt Lithium Circular Saw Blade Kit Every carpenter I know owns a circular saw but not all own a cordless one. Cordless circular saws have been out for years. I’m a remodeling contractor and for many, many of those years I have resisted using and buying a cordless circular saw. They just…
How To Insulate An Attic Hatch
Reduce Energy Costs: When people search the internet for the phrase “How to insulate an attic hatch” their more than likely concerned about their home heat retaining efficiency, or lack thereof. Attic hatches are a huge source of air leaks and radiant heat loss. Heat rises and you can bet your paycheck that your losing a ton of heat…
How To Plan A Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodeling Many people do not know how to plan a bathroom remodel. As a restoration contractor I have seen many situations where homeowners have spend thousands of dollars in restorations that commence with no planning, no idea of a budget and unrealistic expectations. Planning A Stress-free Bathroom Remodel Project Many a folk hastily jump into…
KLEERWRAP Postwraps
KLEERWRAP Postwraps Save Installation Time and Money KleerWrap a Westfield, Massachusetts company and American manufacturer of cellular PVC trim products, decking, moldings, and PVC sheet stock recently introduced an easy, cost-effective and fast way to wrap support posts with PVC trim. Called the KLEERWrap Post Wrap, all a contractor has to do is cut the…
Kershaw Funxion 8200GRY
Kershaw Funxion DIY – A Great All Purpose Knife: The folks at Kershaw recently sent me one of their Kershaw Funxion 8200GRY pocket knives to review and evaluate. Initial Observation: The Funxion features a 3 inch folding knife with Kershaws, Speedsafe designed into it. Speedsafe is an assisted opening system that uses a torsion bar to allows the blade…
Storm Door Repair
Repairing A Larson Storm Door My Larson storm door recently started dragging and sticking on the door handle side at the threshold when opened. Looking closer at the hinges it appeared that the screws were loose and it was time for a storm door repair. A closer look and attempts to tighten the screws revealed…
