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LED Light Fixture Ceiling Install with Short Plug-in Cord

DIY & Home

Garage Workshop Lighting Plug-in Cord Wiring Update

Feb 26, 2021 Stuart 66 Comments

Here’s an update to my garage lighting installation project.

Flexzilla USA-Made Extension Cord

Editorial

The Best Extension Cord Size for Power Tools

Feb 19, 2021 Stuart 60 Comments

Choosing an extension cord shouldn’t involve any guesswork.

Ceiling-Mounted LED Worklight Wiring Light Test Closeup

DIY Projects

Overthinking Garage Workshop Lighting – Installation in-Progress

Feb 16, 2021 Stuart 121 Comments

I’ve started to install new garage workshop lights. Do you have any suggestions, corrections, or questions?

Harbor Freight Ames Electrical Test Equipment

Editorial

Thoughts on Harbor Freight AMES “Ruggedly Built, Certified Safe” Electrical Testing Tools?

Feb 4, 2021 Stuart 45 Comments

Harbor Freight has been heavily promoting AMES electrical test equipment. How do you feel about the brand today?

Ideal Electrical Tools at Lowes 2021

Electrical Tools

Lowe’s Replaces Southwire Electrical Tools with Ideal, Kobalt, and Fluke

Jan 29, 2021 Stuart 51 Comments

There are some big changes to Lowe’s electrical hand tools and tester section!

Kobalt Electrican Tools at Lowes

Electrical Tools

Lowe’s Reveals New Kobalt Electrical Testers

Jan 27, 2021 Stuart 25 Comments

It seems that Lowe’s has launched a new line of Kobalt electrical testing tools.

Southwire Screwdrivers at Home Depot

Electrical Tools

Southwire Tools are Now Available at Home Depot, What Does That Mean for Lowe’s?

Jan 12, 2021 Stuart 21 Comments

I was surprised to find that Home Depot is now selling Southwire Tools online.

Milwaukee Hole Dozer Gen 2 2021 Customizable Hole Saw Case

Electrical Tools

Milwaukee Improves Hole Dozer Hole Saws and Cases

Jan 11, 2021 Stuart 28 Comments

Milwaukee has updated their hole saws and come out with new set cases.

Electrician Tool Bag 12-2020

Electrical Tools

This Electrician’s Tool Bag has a Huge Milwaukee Tool Presence

Dec 30, 2020 Stuart 62 Comments

Here’s a peek at a local electrician’s tool bag.

Husky Electrical Pliers Jaws

Electrical Tools

Husky 6-in-1 Multi-Functional Electrical Pliers Review

Dec 11, 2020 Stuart 27 Comments

Here’s what I think about Husky’s 6-in-1 electrical pliers.

Klein Tools Home Depot Black Friday Deals 2020

Electrical Tools

New Klein Electrical Hand Tool Deals for Black Friday 2020

Nov 12, 2020 Stuart 16 Comments

Here’s a look at this year’s Klein electrical hand tool deals for Black Friday 2020.

Milwaukee 6-in-1 Electrical Pliers

Electrical Tools

Milwaukee 6-in-1 Electrical Pliers are on Sale, and Seem to be Selling Out Fast

Nov 7, 2020 Stuart 13 Comments

Do you need new wire strippers or electrical pliers? Check out this promo while it’s still in stock!

Weller Soldering Station WE1010NA

Electrical Tools

This Weller Soldering Station Stars in the Most Obnoxious Product Video Ever!

Oct 22, 2020 Stuart 25 Comments

I felt compelled to share this too-fast-moving product video that features Weller’s “education kit” soldering station.

Sales BSD Extension Cord Splitter Recall

Electrical Tools

Homerygardens Extension Cord Splitter Recall

Oct 20, 2020 Stuart 8 Comments

This extension cord splitter has been recalled due to posing a fire hazard.

Milwaukee M12 Fuel Cordless Band Saw Cutting Pipe - Pipeline Episode 3 New Tools 2020 Preview

Cordless

New Milwaukee Cordless Power Tools & More – Pipeline 2020 Ep 3 Rundown

Oct 15, 2020 Stuart 57 Comments

Milwaukee has surprised us with several new much-requested cordless power tools, and is also expanding their offerings for power utility workers.

Metabo Cordless Heat Gun HG 18 LTX 500 with 8Ah Battery

Cordless

New Metabo 18V Cordless Heat Gun

Sep 23, 2020 Stuart 12 Comments

Metabo has come out with a new cordless heat gun that’s said to deliver corded performance.

Channellock Wire Strippers in Action

Electrical Tools

New Channellock 968 Wire Strippers (Made in USA)

Sep 9, 2020 Stuart 17 Comments

Channellock has come out with new high-leverage USA-made wire strippers.

Milwaukee Tool M12 Cordless Soldering Iron Deal

Cordless

Milwaukee Tool M12 Cordless Soldering Iron Kit is on Sale – 33% off!

Aug 11, 2020 Stuart 6 Comments

Milwaukee’s cordless soldering iron kit is on sale.

Ideal ArmourBand in use

Accessories

Ideal ArmourBand Might Replace Wrapping Receptacles with Electrical Tape

Mar 5, 2020 Benjamen 43 Comments

ArmourBands are said to be faster than electrical tape, and lack sticky residue.

Estwing 16oz Rip Claw Hammer

Editorial

5 Sweet Hand Tool Upgrades (Holiday 2019 Gift Guide)

Dec 9, 2019 Stuart 32 Comments

Here are 5 hand tool upgrades to add to your holiday wishlist.

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