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Eric Jopp

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Eric is a huge Cubs fans and no, he is not related to Chevy Chase. While he loves remodeling his house, his passion is spending time with his wife and two children.
10 hand tools for woodworking

10 Essential Hand Tools for Woodworking

When you think of woodworking it might conjure up the memories of building birdhouses in the backyard, or messing around in shop class. For...
Skil Power Head System

SKIL Power Head System – 40V String Trimmer & Edger

SKIL has been growing its line of Outdoor Power Equipment (OPE).  They have blowers, mowers, and more.  Today we are checking out one of...
Hilti Nuron SensTech Grinder

Hilti Nuron SensTech Grinder

Any day that we get to review a Hilti tool is a good day! If you don't know, Hilti is a premiere power tool...
complaint letter noisy neighbor

Complaint Letter to Noisy Neighbor

We have a complaint letter to noisy neighbors: Noise is among the top complaints homeowners have against their neighbors, and noisy lawn equipment plays a...
Skil String Trimmer

SKIL String Trimmer – PWR Core 40 Trimmer with Smart Load

Summer is here, well all most.  When summer is here, I start thinking about Outdoor Power Equipment (OPE) tools.  It wasn't long ago that...

DeWalt DCE555 Cut Out Tool

When it comes to drywall installation, a cut-out tool can be your best friend. And should shop wisely; the better the cut-out tool the...
Ego Commercial Backpack Blower

EGO Commercial Backpack Blower

When it comes to cordless Outdoor Power Equipment (OPE), EGO leads the pack.  They were the first company to offer a cordless lawnmower, a...
Skil Rear Handle Circular Saw

SKIL Rear Handle Circular Saw

I am sitting here trying to decide where to start.  I have used and reviewed a ton of circular saws over the years.  I...
46 in RYOBI electric lawn mower

3 New RYOBI Electric Lawn Mowers for 2023

Coming soon for this 2023 lawn and garden season are three all-new RYOBI electric lawn mowers, including two riding lawn tractors and a 30...
Southwire LED Work Light

Southwire LED Work Light

Lighting has come a long way since I first started construction back in 1990.  Yes, I know I am dating myself but the point...
milwaukee air tip accessories

Milwaukee AIR-TIP Vacuum Accessories

Before we get started, I just want to thank Milwaukee.  This is something I have wanted for years, and a hole that has been...

New HERCULES 20V Impact Driver, Drill/Driver and Drill

Harbor Freight just came out with three new Brushless HERCULES 20V power tools. The tools in this release are the Brushless HERCULES 20V Impact...
Southwire Extension Cord

Southwire Extension Cord – The Polar Solar Cord

Southwire is one of my favorite companies.  While there is a lot to love about them, including they are a family-owned company right here...
milwaukee m18 cordless wet/dry vacuum

Milwaukee M18 FUEL Cordless Wet/Dry Vacuum

Milwaukee Tool strives to be the best at what they do. And being the best at jobsite cleanup is no exception. Milwaukee has always...
Bosch 12V Tools

Bosch 12V Tools – The Whole Package

As the construction world has shifted from corded to cordless power 18V and 20V batteries have reigned supreme. While these batteries pack a punch...

Stud Master 16 – Talon Tools

The Stud Master is the debut product from Talon Tools, a family-owned, US-based tool manufacturer that wants to simplify construction. Created by homebuilders for...