Chris Boll

Ryobi’s latest jigsaw, part of their HP line, majors on the majors. The Ryobi PBLJS01 HP brushless jigsaw does everything I need a jigsaw to do. Its competitive pricing and Pro features make it worth a look. Pros...

New Kodiak Work Boots are Trail Inspired, Worksite Ready So many people wear sneakers and hiking boots to the jobsite that shoemakers have started to capitalize on the trend. Kodiak is one of those shoemakers. It pairs...

High-Power Bosch 12.0Ah ProFactor Battery Delivers Extended Runtime For Demanding Applications In addition to the recently-released ProFactor tool and battery lineup, the Bosch Core18V 12.0Ah ProFactor Battery promises...

T-Jak Support Jacks Turn Cabinetry Into a One-Man Job When Patterson Avenue Tool Co. started 31 years ago, it was with the purpose of creating new and innovative tools for the home improvement and construction...

Ryobi Jet Fan Blower Design Increases Airflow Raking is…well, not my favorite thing to do. To finish the lawn cleanup in a fraction of the time it would take to rake up piles of leaves and lawn debris, the Ryobi 18V...

Ryobi Boosts Power on 18V HP Chainsaw The newest Ryobi HP power tools have, so far, been living up to their High-Performance name. While the lineup made its debut in 2020, we’re seeing it expand this year with a ton...

Knipex Pipe and Connector Pliers Feature Plastic Inserts For Gentler Loosening Knipex Tools has introduced some pretty fancy-looking inserts for the Pipe and Connector Pliers series. However, it’s not all about the...

Makita Pole Saws Offer Faster Cutting Speeds for Pros Makita has had a pole saw in the 36V OPE lineup for a while now, but it has been an attachment option for the Makita Couple Shaft system prior to now. The XAU01 and...

Makita Corded 1-3/16-inch Rotary Hammers Feature a Design to Increase Accuracy Makita just launched two 1-3/16-inch corded rotary hammers to increase the accuracy and ergonomics for concrete formers, plumbers,...

Hart 2-in-1 20V String Trimmer/Edger Targets Streamlining Homeowners Hart has a streamlined solution for homeowners looking to tighten up their lawn’s look without breaking the bank. The Hart 20V String Trimmer/Edger...

Ryobi 18V HP Hedge Trimmer Lighter and More Powerful Than Ever Before The Ryobi 18V HP Hedge Trimmer (P2680VNM) is an ideal choice for anyone trying to keep the hedges around the house in good shape without arm fatigue....

Compact Hart Mower Targets Smaller Yards When we look at the best battery-powered lawn mowers, we find a lot of models targeting homeowners with 1/4 to 1/2 acre properties. But what about the folks with even smaller...

3D Concrete Printing Finding Use in Multiple Applications We seem to be at a point where we’re just starting to see 3D printing on jobsites. While 3D concrete printing in construction may not be the norm, some...

Sola Combines Multiple Smart Functions in One Digital Level The Sola Go! Smart digital level isn’t just some lame tool that only performs one function and calls it a day. It takes advantage of digital and Bluetooth...

Pressure washers can be a big help around the house, but how many of us really want to deal with the hassles of fuel, oil, fumes, and maintenance that come with your traditional gas-powered pressure washer? The...

Bosch ProFactor Tools Feature Tech That Outperforms Corded Power Bosch Power Tools unveiled its highly-anticipated ProFactor lineup with 11 brand new high-power cordless tools that are available for preorder now....

Cub Cadet Releases Line of All-Electric OPE Cub Cadet is introducing a fully electric line of all-new 60V outdoor power equipment. The company says it’s looking to level the playing field between electric and gas....

GearWrench Tethered Tools Keep At-Height Techs Safely Working Safety on the jobsite is important, and falling tools always present a threat to workers on the ground. You may be an expert in ladder safety, but what about...