By Ben Fecteau
Nexgrill 4-Burner Propane Grill in Stainless Steel with Side Burner Summer is here and, when we got the opportunity to test out the Nexgrill 4-Burner Propane Grill from our friends at Home Depot, it was a quick yes. We work hard but only to afford opportunities to hang out and relax with friends and family, […]
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By Rob Robillard
ISOtunes Link Bluetooth Rechargeable Headphones IT-30 When working in my shop the noise level can vary widely from machine to machine depending on conditions of use, and machine type. Protecting your hearing is super important, and so is listening to good music or a decent podcast.We recently took a look at the ISOtunes Link bluetooth Headphones. […]
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By Stan Durlacher
HILTI Concrete Sensors Review My company is the Construction Manager that is currently constructing four major buildings for large-scale development in Cambridge, MA. My project is a 20 story 468 unit residential project. Recently, HILTI approached me to see if I were interested in reviewing the HILTI Concrete Sensors on my project. The timing of […]
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By Ethan Bickford
Makita LXT X2 String Trimmer XRU15 Review Makita’s LXT X2 line of tools is expanding rapidly. Taking on tasks that just a few years ago were solidly the domain of corded or gas powered tools. In that vein the XRU15 is Makita’s latest offering in string trimmers. When I was growing up I would take […]
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By Rob Robillard
2019 Holiday Tool Gift Guide Every year we publish a holiday tool gift guide. This year were doing the 12 days of Tool-mas! That means we’re doing 1 video each day for 12 days. In this gift guide we highlight a different tool each day that would make a great gift of a guy and […]
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By Wes Bartosik
SENCO 16GA FinishPro Nailer Review This tool review will take a look at the SENCO 16GA FinishPro Nailer model #9S0001N. This pneumatic nailer is lightweight and ergonomic and packs the undeniable punch of an air powered tool. The tool world continues to cut the cord…or hose rather but the slim profile, reliability, and durability of […]
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By Stan Durlacher
King Electrical Is Heating Things Up – KB2407-ECO Heater In August of last year, the TBB crew worked on converting my old screened in porch to a new workshop space. The crew finished the exterior framing, sheathing, windows, and clapboards in two weekends. Rob, Mike D. and I worked to insulate and drywall the interiors […]
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By Stan Durlacher
DEWALT DCL079 Cordless Tripod Light Review A friend of mine asked me what I thought it would cost to run an electrical line from his house to a shed in the far end of his backyard. He does occasional carpentry work in the shed and wanted task lighting. I told him what I thought it […]
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By Ethan Bickford
The Milwaukee M18 Rocket Dual Pack waterproof light. LEDs have drastically changed the way we bring light into homes. Both in terms of light fixtures and in terms of job site lights. LEDs are far superior to their halogen and florescent counterparts. They use less power to generate more light with less heat or risk […]
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By Will Endicott
Southwire 48006SW Cord Reel Power Station Review In many cases, power cords are one of the least desired tools a contractor or DIY’er owns. They are not a “sexy” tool and don’t perform a function that makes a project look better. However, they can be one of the most frustrating and possibly dangerous aspects of […]
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