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New tools from Home Depot

I have acquired some really good professional tools from Home Depot at extremely good prices. They seem to have “specials” on a regular basis. As I mentioned, I got my Milwaukee 14.4v Battery operated drill (including flashlight, extra battery, and case)...

My DeWalt 18v drill

Got back my “overhauled” DeWalt 18v Battery operated Hammer drill. The overhaul was guaranteed not to exceed $99. That is the amount I paid plus sales tax (the legalized extortionists need their cut). Anyway, the “supposed total” would have...

Battery operated drills

Just thought I would put in my two cents worth on battery operated drills:1. My old faithful is a DeWalt 18v 1/2″ Hammer drill. I purchased this about 10 years ago (maybe more). Aside from routine periodic replacement of batteries, it has served me very well. I...

Helping the Handyman Help You

I told Handyman I would post this from the comment he made on the nailgun post:I am definitely sold on nail guns, after years of not having one. They make the task at hand go much quicker (once you have done the initial set-up). Also, I have found that you do less...
Deck Maintenance

Deck Maintenance

BACKGROUND:First a little background on our decks. I built stage one about 6 years ago. I constructed this one totally of pressure treated lumber. It is about 10×12, and I subsequently roofed it and screened it in to make a nice back porch which is entered from...

Making Work Stations

The Handyman is serious, totally serious, about getting a handle on life. This includes organization around here, and I am on board with him 100%. We are tired of misplacing tools and looking for hours when ready to start the job now. We are tired of wasted money on...