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Lifting Straps Replace Dollies

By Todd Fratzel on Power Tools

Forearm Lifting Straps Forearm lifting straps have pretty much replaced dollies when it comes to moving furniture and large bulky items. If you’ve had any appliances delivered to your home then you’ve seen these great lifting straps in action. I haven’t seen a delivery or moving guy use a dolly at all in the last…

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Buy Sump Pumps Before Spring Rains

By Todd Fratzel on Power Tools

Sump Pumps Sump pumps can make the difference between a dry basement and a flooded basement when spring rains soak the ground around our homes. Submersible sump pumps don’t last forever so it’s really important to check them once or twice each year. If your submersible sump pump is corroded or not functioning properly it…

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Makita 2704X1 Table Saw Review

By Todd Fratzel on Power Tools, Product Reviews

Today I had the pleasure of trying out the Makita 2704X1 Contractors 15 Amp 10-Inch Benchtop Table Saw with Stand. We’re building a new house for a client and the homeowner just ordered this table saw. He had it all set up in the basement next to our Bosch Worksite Table Saw. First of all…

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Kenmore Pro Side-By-Side Built-In Refrigerator

By Todd Fratzel on Kitchens, Product Reviews

We are building a house at work for a customer and they’ve chosen Kenmore Pro Series appliances. The Kenmore Pro Side-By-Side Built-In Refrigerator was delivered the other day and it’s impressive to say the least. Then again any refrigerator that costs more than $5,000 should be quite impressive. If you’re looking for professional grade appliances…

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Toro Electric Snow Thrower

By Todd Fratzel on Power Tools

If you have a small driveway or a walkway that you’d like to keep clear of snow without shoveling then maybe you should consider buying a small electric snow thrower. Electric snow throwers are an inexpensive alternative to a full size gas powered snow blower. These snow throwers will surely help save your back this…

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Stanley 99 Piece Socket Set

By Todd Fratzel on Power Tools

One of the best home improvement tool gifts I ever got was a really good socket set. I always say this and I’ll say it again, buy yourself a good quality tool that will last a lifetime. This Stanley 99 Piece Black Chrome and Laser Etched Socket Set is exactly what I’m talking about. The…

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Harvey Tribute Window Review

By Todd Fratzel on Energy Conservation, Product Reviews, Windows

I’ve written several articles about an Energy Star House we’re building right now for a customer at work. The house features the new Harvey Tribute Windows with high performance package. Harvey Tribute Windows The Harvey Tribute Windows with the High Performance Package is an upgraded window line from Harvey that offers customers a superior energy…

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Cabinet Clamps

By Todd Fratzel on Cabinetry, Power Tools

Cabinet Installation Clamps If you’re going to install cabinets for a new kitchen or bathroom then I suggest you invest in some cabinet clamps. If you’ve never installed cabinets yourself before then you might not understand the need for these simple cabinet clamps. However, these small little cabinet clamps can make the difference between a…

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