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What You Need In A Tool Belt? A version of this article appeared in Pro Tool Reviews Magazine, August 2013 The Old Bait and Switch! The conversation starts off like this. “Hey Rob, it’s Clint – feel like reviewing a tool bag or two for Pro Tool Review magazine?” PTR Magazine is geared toward the…
Ridgid R9601 18V X4 Cordless Compact Drill and Impact Driver Combo By Michael Hopp I have been a remodeler/general contractor for the last 10 years. I am always looking for the most efficient way to work. There is never enough time in a day! I can remember getting my first power tool set at the…
Choosing Material For Outdoor Projects: If you’ve been staring at your tired or failing deck this summer and wish you could replace it, but are unsure where to start. This brief tutorial will get your outdoor project off the ground. Whether you want to build a deck, repair an existing porch, or want to add…
Technique for keeping seams flush: By Ethan Bickford A few years ago fastener manufacturers started making screws with reverse threads near the head of the screw to prevent “mushrooming” in composite and plastic building materials like decking and PVC trim. I’ve used the The Cortex Concealed Fastening System many times before and have found that…
Arborwear Shorts: Men’s 302515 Rockhaven Canvas Work Shorts I work outdoors in the hot sun and in dirty, tough on clothes environments. Normal street clothes never last and I am constantly on the hunt for durable clothing lines that are made for the working folks. Arborwear recently sent me a pair of their Rockhaven shorts to…
RIDGID R350RHD Round Head Framing Nailer By Will Endicott I have been around the trades my entire life. My father has owned a construction company, and for as long as I can remember, I have been wandering around job sites playing, learning, cleaning and building things. My first ‘full-time’ job was framing houses. I would…
Ridgid 18v Lithium-ion X4 Hammer Drill R8611501K Review By Wayne Cormier I’m a builder/remodeler with over 35 years experience in the trades. As a contractor it is essential to have the right tools for the job. They help increase productivity and save money on labor cost. If a tool can save me time it takes…
Durable House Siding Every Spring and Summer my remodeling company gets phone calls from folks looking to replace their house siding with something “low maintenance.” Often times these folks inquire about cement board siding and engineered siding and ask which is the best siding and most durable. After discussing this topic with my contractor and…
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