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LENOX® Tools || The Science of Cutting: Making and Saving Tradesmen Money (Hole Saws)

A few years ago LENOX Tools revolutionized hole saws when they introduced their SPEED SLOT. The newest generation of hole saws, however, continues to build on the lessons learned in the study...

by jb bartkowiak

LENOX® Tools || The Science of Cutting: Making and Saving Tradesmen Money (Reciprocating Saw Blades)

Building on roots in industrial tooling, LENOX reciprocating saw blades are infused with 100+ years of learning. The newest generation of recip blades, even more than before, checks the boxes - Faster...

by jb bartkowiak

Smart Home Security with Nest Pro || Outdoor Cams, Nest Secure & More

Products

Smart Home Security products just got a little, well, smarter and more connected with new offerings from Nest Labs. A look at the new Nest Secure alarm system, their outdoor security cameras...

by jb bartkowiak

How to Install a Nest Cam IQ Outdoor Camera || Placement, Tips for Pros & More

On the Job

The Nest Cam IQ Outdoor is easy to install, but it requires some forethought. Plan ahead, and see these tips for the smoothest possible installation. Includes bonus coverage on the Works with...

by jb bartkowiak

OSHA’s Updated Silica Dust Standard and Tips for Managing Masonry Dust

Remodeling

What is Silica Dust? Why Does Your Contractor Care? OSHA's new Respiration Requirements based on Common Tools and Tasks. Plus Tips for managing dust in Masonry (Brick, Stone, Concrete, etc.) Projects. Read...

by Sean Lintow Sr

Restoring a Concrete Pond :: Repairing Cracks, Parging and Sealing with Epoxy

Remodeling

A look at paint-on pond liner - Pond Shield. Included are all steps required in repairing an old concrete pond that no longer held water. I discuss all options including possibly installing...

by jb bartkowiak

Installing a Manufactured Rain Barrel and Kit

Make-Maintain-Fix

As you know, your landscape constantly demands water. A rain barrel is a great way to collect water that would be otherwise wasted. It helps fulfill for those lawn and landscape watering...

by jb bartkowiak

How to Achieve a Long-Lasting and Beautiful Wood Floor :: Wood Flooring Care Best Practices

Wood floors do not require meticulous maintenance, but they cannot take care of themselves. You need to be careful and avoid damaging friction, and also adopt wood-safe cleaning practices. Wood floors are...

by Bruce MacDonald

The Benefits of New Roofing :: GAF Roofing’s Website Makes It Easy Like a Click of the Heels

Remodeling

There are few projects that are more undervalued. When installing a new roof, the benefits in terms of added security, piece of mind, aesthetics and value are almost immediately felt.

by jb bartkowiak

The Scoop on Shovels :: A Visual Guide to Shovels

Since the beginning of time man has been working in the dirt. From the earliest cave-types, man has been digging holes. Our structures, houses, too maybe only a manipulation of our landscape...

by jb bartkowiak

pro tricks and tips for taking out a wall

Pro Tips and Tricks for Taking Out a Wall. Oh! & Removing a Pocket Door

Remodeling

While rare in these parts, I happen to know quite a lot about them. One of the nice items for many of them including this one is that none of the interior...

by Sean Lintow Sr

Replacing Roof Flashing at a SideWall :: Raise the Roof 2

Make-Maintain-Fix

Ironically, when I cut open my ceiling, again earlier in the process of jacking up the roof, there were definitely signs of a roof leak/water damage on the porch's roof deck. So...

by jb bartkowiak