Impact Driver Facts and Tips
Impact drivers are great tools. A cordless impact driver can easily drive 3-inch screws into wood without a pilot hole. These power tools delivery low end torque to drive or remove stubborn screws.
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Framing Nail Gun
Framing nail guns can make your job go faster, but treat the nail gun with respect. Impulse nailguns are easier to use then the nail guns that require air compressors. You will need to determine which framing nail gun is proper for your projects.
Wet-Dry Vac Tips
The tips in this Wet-Dry Shop Vacuum guide were supplied by hundreds of subscribers to my FREE AsktheBuilder.com newsletter. I'm grateful to them for their willingness to share what they've discovered.
Cutting a Roof Rafter
A framing square will help you when cutting a roof rafter. The framing square has the math done for you. Just follow these tips when framing your roof.
Alternative to Stud Finders
In cases where stud finders don't work, or if you don't have a stud detector, you can locate framing studs the old fashion way. Wall studs can be found using a nail, a hammer and a little observation.
Paying for Construction Tools
Who should pay for construction tools and materials? If the tool is completely used up on the job, the customer should pay for it. What about a tool the spans several construction jobs?
Synthetic Canvas Tool Bag
Looking for a toolbox or tool bag to organize your tools? I have tried a lot of tool boxes over the years. The newer synthetic canvas tool bags are great way to keep your tools handy and easy to find.
Electric Chain Saw
An electric chain saw, with the proper size motor, can perform as well as a gas-powered chainsaw. Electric chain saw sharpeners are needed to keep the chain sharp. This combined with the speed of the chainsaw blade and the weight of the chain saw effects the cutting action of any chain saw.
Tim’s Tools
Here is a list of some of Tim's favorite tools. These are the tools Tim has in his tool box and uses on his projects.
Framing Square Tips
There are many uses for an aluminum framing square. Many carpenters use a roof framing square to layout roof rafters. A carpenter framing square is also useful when building stairs.