As creatures of convenience, we love our household appliances. Except when they break down, at which time we emit colorful language and threaten trips to the landfill. But a major appliance failure doesn’t always mean …
Written by: Steve
About one appliance warranty and a few months ago we bought a new Samsung refrigerator. We had a bit of an odd-sized space, and the particular Samsung model we purchased was one of the few …
Written by: Marc Lyman
Recently, my wife and I spent several days out of town, working on a project. When we got back home on Saturday night, I was ready for a long, hot shower. I unloaded the truck, …
Written by: Phil
Appliances, Blaklader, Bosch, Hilti, Keen, Makita, Milwaukee Tool, News, Resources, Skil, Stihl, Stiletto, Tools
Every year I travel to the World of Concrete trade show in Las Vegas to see the latest tools, gear, and equipment used for building and remodeling with concrete and masonry. The show’s target audience …
Written by: Michael Springer
Appliances, Electrical, How To, Kitchen
What’s louder and greasier than a Texas rib joint on a Friday night? How about a 20-year-old stove vent! Your first clue that it’s time to replace your vent hood might be when your culinary …
Written by: Phil
Appliances, Bath, Building Materials, News, Windows & Doors
This marks my fourth “business trip” to Las Vegas in less than 12 months. A lot of great shows have been happening here recently, including The National Hardware Show, STAFDA (the tool show, not the …
Written by: Marc Lyman
When you work with power tools, or even hand tools, you’re probably going to make a mess. Frequently (speaking strictly for myself) it’s a BIG mess, and that’s why God invented the shop vac. But …
Written by: Phil
Appliances, Electronics, Garage, iPhone Apps, Smart Home
Well, close your garage door from almost anywhere in the world. You’re still going to need a cell or wifi connection for your smartphone. Recently, we participated in an extreme garage door makeover project with …
Written by: Marc Lyman
Appliances, Electrical, Electronics
The howls of ghosts and goblins may be fading memories now but another danger still lurks in your home. It usually strikes in the middle of the night sucking the energy from your home and …
Written by: Leroy
I don’t know how many of you out there have hot water heaters, but I’m going to guess that it’s quite a few of you. They’re pretty handy appliances that are used for a lot …
Written by: Leroy