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New DeWalt Wet/Dry Vacs

November 29, 2018 by Jake Thomas

For cleanup around the home, jobsite or workshop, DeWalt’s 12-Gal. Poly Wet/Dry Vacuum delivers excellent suction power and quiet operation. The EHT staff had the opportunity to test the vacuum, and we can report that not only does the motor run more quietly than most vacuums, but the rubber wheels enable it to roll quietly […]

Filed Under: Tools Tagged With: 10g, 4g, dewalt, DIY, home improvement, power tools, shop vac, Tools, wet/dry vac

My Check Engine Light Came On: Now What?

November 21, 2018 by Jake Thomas

(guest post by Heather Hernandez) 5 Reasons Your Check Engine Light Might Come On Everyone knows the sinking feeling when something is not quite right with their vehicle. Sometimes it’s a strange sound, or a rattling feeling. Sometimes it’s less obvious, and it’s the sudden, tiny bit of brightness emanating from your dash when check […]

Filed Under: Automotive Tagged With: auto, car, check engine, check engine light, DIY, engine light, fix, maintenance, problem, repair, truck

MetalTech 4-in-1 Scaffold Bench

November 19, 2018 by Jake Thomas

I’m facing a lot of roof-line work in my near future, involving gutter maintenance, soffit vent replacement, and repairs to the eaves of my house. This means I’ll be spending a lot of time off the ground. When working atop a ladder on projects like this, I spend half the time moving and repositioning the […]

Filed Under: Tools Tagged With: 4-in-1, DIY, Home Depot, home imrpovement, metaltech, miter saw, multipurpose, scaffold bench, scaffolding, work bench, workbench

Installing a Timberchic Accent Wall

November 8, 2018 by Jake Thomas

As part of an ongoing remodeling project, the EHT staff had our first opportunity to install Timberchic, a peel-and-stick plank made of genuine reclaimed wood. Thin, lightweight, and easy to cut and apply, these affordable DIY-friendly planks are made 100% from reclaimed river logs and are available in an enhanced palate of colors (we chose […]

Filed Under: Weekend Projects Tagged With: accent wall, Building Materials, DIY, home decor, home improvement, interior decor, pell and stick planks, remodeling, timberchic

Comparing Flat and Pitched Roofs

October 17, 2018 by Jake Thomas

(guest post by Adrian Brito on behalf of Frazier Roofing & Guttering) According to roofing companies in Grand Prairie Texas, building or renovating a home can be incredibly exciting and full of important decisions. There are siding options to consider, interior layouts to plan, energy-efficiency considerations to mull over. And, of course, there’s the roof. […]

Filed Under: Roofing Tagged With: Building Materials, flat roof, home improvement, roof, roof pitch, roofing

Building Your Home? 6 Things You Need to Know Before You Clear Land for Construction

October 4, 2018 by Jake Thomas

  (guest post by Sienna Walker) If you’re about to build a home, you’re definitely excited. A lot of work has gone into establishing your funding and drawing up the floorplans for your own personal paradise. You have a lot of ideas about what you’re going to do and how things are going to look, […]

Filed Under: Lawn and Landscape Equipment Tagged With: earthmoving, equipment, hardscape, land clearing, landscaping

Roofing: Types, Equipment and Safety Measures

October 1, 2018 by Jake Thomas

(guest post by Pete Campbell)   There have been tremendous changes in the roofing industry over time. With newly emerging businesses and a competitive market, the industry has become more advanced and innovative. Basic tools are replaced with high-quality upgraded products in order to provide best customer satisfaction and make a mark in the market. […]

Filed Under: Roofing Tagged With: asphalt, Building Materials, cedar, composite, DIY, Home Improvement Projects, ladders, metal roof, roof, roofing, roofing tool, safety equipment, shake, shingle, slate, terracotta

Plumbing Snake for Clogged Drains

September 20, 2018 by Jake Thomas

Yesterday I had my first encounter with using an electrical plumbing snake. These machines are also called a Drain Pipe Auger or a Power Drain Cleaner. Here are my thoughts: This job stinks! What a crappy experience. We rented the plumbing snake from the local Home Depot to clear out the clogged main drain line […]

Filed Under: Plumbing Tagged With: blocked drain, clogged drain, clogs, Drain Pipe Auger, plumbing clog, plumbing problem, plumbing snake, Power Drain Cleaner, sewer snake

New speakers added to the Home Improvement eRetailer Summit’s Influencer Panel

September 11, 2018 by Jake Thomas

The founders of a Chicago-based content creation agency and a popular DIY and décor blog are the latest additions to an impressive roster for the panel about working with influencers to craft authentic content, which will be presented during the upcoming Home Improvement eRetailer Summit. Lauren Kelp is founder of Studio Alcott, a boutique agency […]

Filed Under: Home Improvement

Craftsman Launch 2018!

August 23, 2018 by Jake Thomas

Last week I attended the Craftsman Launch Event in Baltimore, MD, where I got an advance look at 1,200 products the brand is rolling out as a reintroduction to the world at large. This was an impressive product unveiling, complete with the Joe Gibbs auto racing team on site along with dozens of familiar media […]

Filed Under: Tools Tagged With: craftsman, craftsmanlaunch, craftsmantools, equipment, hand tools, home improvement, Home Improvement Projects, new tools, Outdoor Power Equipment, power tools, Tool News, Tools

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