New Power Tools From Bosch

By Todd Fratzel on Power Tools

Bosch Tools BoschTools recently announced several new power tools. Bosch has always been one of my favorite tool manufacturers. They offer great quality tools with super features at reasonable prices. Below are six new power tools from Bosch that should make a big impact on the power tool market. Bosch STN150-18 18 Gauge Narrow Crown…

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10% Off Discount at Lowes for Veterans & Military

By Todd Fratzel on Coupons

10% Off Discount For Veterans and Active Military at Lowes If you’re looking for ways to save money at Lowes then there’s a little known discount for all active military and veterans. If you present a current military ID or a Department of Veterans Affairs VA card then you’re eligible for 10% off at Lowes.…

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Ryobi Tek4 Cordless Electronic Tools

By Todd Fratzel on Power Tools

New Ryobi Tek4 Tools Techtronic Industries (TTI) North America recently introduced  the Ryobi Tek4 Cordless Electronic Tool line. The new Ryobi Tek4 cordless tools all run on the same new revolutionary 4-volt Lithium-ion battery pack. The new Ryobi Tek4 family of cordless tools includes 10 new tools for remodelers, builders and do-it-yourselfers. According a spokeman…

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Insulating Basement Walls

By Todd Fratzel on Basements, Insulation

Best Methods For Insulating Basement Walls I’ve written several articles on insulating basement walls and evolved some of my methods over time. Basements provide for a very challenging insulation problem. Basements are a challenge because of high moisture levels and cooler temperatures. In this article I’d like to summarize some of my experience with insulating…

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Ryobi TEK4 Self-Leveling Plumb / Cross Laser Review

By Todd Fratzel on Power Tools, Product Reviews

Ryobi TEK4 Lithium-Ion Tools Ryobi has recently released a new line of lithium-ion tools in the TEK4 series. I just tested the new Ryobi TEK4 Self-Leveling Plumb / Cross Laser. The TEK4 line of 4-Volt Lithium-Ion tools is an interesting new line of cordless tools for the construction and DIY industry. This line of 4-Volt…

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Gorilla Gripper

By Todd Fratzel on Power Tools

Gorilla Gripper 44010 Panel Carrier Carrying large sheet goods is hard on your back and arms. Anyone that tries carrying a sheet of plywood or drywall around by themselves knows that it’s not only a strain on your back but it’s really easy to run into things and cause damage. That’s why I think the…

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Striker® Magnetic LED Light Review

By Todd Fratzel on Product Reviews, Tools & Products

Striker® Magnetic LED Light Once again the folks at Striker have released a really cool new tool that I wanted to share with all of you. The Striker® Magnetic LED Light is an inovative LED light “ball” that isn’t very big but it’s extremely versatile. The Striker® Magnetic LED Light has a very bright, wide…

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How To Avoid Being Scammed

By Todd Fratzel on Home Improvement Cost Savings

Avoid Home Repair Scams Every year thousands of people are scammed by dishonest contractors looking to make a quick buck. Every year I read stories in the news about scam artists who rip off home owners by selling services like roof and siding repairs and even driveway paving. Recently there was a local contractor charging…

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