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Paper Countertops?

The countertops in the kitchen can be one of the biggest expenses when it comes to the room.  But for most people, the kitchen is a very important room in the house.  It’s where we cook and eat, but it...

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Value (Price or Cost?)

I recently had a discussion with a customer about value.  We were differentiating price from cost and discussing the differences between the two and which one was more valuable.  One of the questions...

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ToolHQ Deal of the Week

We have another freebie for you this week.  When you spend $400 or more, we will give you this Stanley Fat Max Self-Leveling Laser Plumb Bob.  A $79 value. This laser has it all; one button control...

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Old Might Be Better

Like many people, I enjoy doing things on my own.  There is a satisfaction that you get when fixing or building something that you don’t get when you pay somebody else to do it.  Don’t get me wrong,...

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Power Tools Are Like Old Friends

I was cleaning up my garage this weekend and part of my effort was spent looking over my power tools.  Cleaning them, making sure that they were all in their proper cases and places, and while I was...

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The New Brushless Milwaukee 2653-20 18v ¼” Hex Impact Driver Kit

Milwaukee is world renowned for their quality power tools, and they have taken the next step in the evolution of cordless drill with their M18 line of brushless tools.  Their high quality tools are...

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Milwaukee does it Again

Milwaukee is always coming up with tools that defy logic and boggle the mind.  The make tools that you didn’t even know you needed until you saw that they existed.  Whether it is their revolutionary...

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Big Power in Small Packages

It’s amazing how much progress manufacturers have made with their cordless products over the years.  Long ago, when cordless tools were first being introduced and gain popularity, the only benefit that...

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This DeWalt Hammer Drill Kit has it All Together

DeWalt isn’t one of the biggest manufacturers of tools in the world for no reason.  They continue to release products that make their customers jobs easier.   They make tools to get the job done faster...

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Makita’s Heavy Duty Contractor Bag

lAlright, this one might seem a bit too simple that it is often overlooked.  It’s about tool storage.  I am not talking about tool boxes in your workshop or garage; I mean what you carry your power...

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Gift Vouchers Available From ToolHQ

The only thing better than getting cash for a holiday or as a gift is getting a ToolHQ gift voucher.  They are a great way to show that certain somebody that you care, whether it’s a birthday,...

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Makita Helps Build Your Tool Kit

A great way to build your tool kit is to do it one tool at a time.  Here’s a great deal from Makita on their 18v hammer drill.  The LXPH01Z is a bare tool, so if you already have some … Continue reading →

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Do you Need Titanium Hammer?

All right, sometimes overkill is overkill and sometimes overkill is just right.  We all have tools and products in our garage and toolbox that might be a little more than necessary, but hey, if it...

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Update Your Front Door Hardware

A quick coat of paint can make a big difference to the look of your front entry, but it’s not the only thing that you can do to update it.  Changing out the hardware, the doorknob, deadbolt and door...

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Clean the Gutters, Even If You Don’t Want to

There are certain things, certain chores that come up each year that are not very fun, but need to get done nevertheless.  The chore that comes to mind first is the seasonal chore of cleaning the...

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Congratulations Adam Scott

If you are a golf fan, you had a lot to be happy about this past weekend.  Not only was there a great finish to the Masters in Augusta, but the coveted green jacket went to Adam Scott.  Scott is …...

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Be Prepared For the Changing Seasons

As the seasons change, it reminds us of chores and work that need to be done annually.  Some projects are good to get done each year and doing them at the same time each year helps remind us to get …...

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Jobsite Safety Is Everybody’s Job

A topic that never can be discussed enough, especially on the jobsite is safety.  Safety is not something that should be left to somebody else or the OHS, it is something that should be on every...

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The Longer You Wait, the More Water Damage Will Cost You

There are some jobs you just shouldn’t put off.  Dental work comes to mind, but around the house, anything that has to deal with water should never be put off.  Water damage is very difficult to fix...

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Autumn Chore Checklist

Let’s face it, summer is over, and we are headed into Autumn, and soon it will be winter! If you are a homeowner, there are some Autumn chores you need to take care of before Old Man Winter comes....

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