The right angle plumbing drill is a favorite tool. CHICAGO — Last month, CONTRACTOR surveyed readers to find out what are the most used corded and cordless power tools amongst contractors, where ...

CHICAGO — Last month CONTRACTOR surveyed its readers to find out what tools they use most, where they go to purchase tools and what size battery packs they prefer to use. Invitations to participate in ...

Whose job is it to buy the tools and take care of the service vehicle? That’s a question that each contractor answers individually. There isn’t a cookie-cutter solution that works for every HVAC ...

Many technicians have strong feelings about the tools they use. They like certain brands and dislike others, which is why most contractors leave the tool buying to the technicians themselves. That way ...

Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...

Q: My contractor submits bills for labor and materials, and I reimburse him. I'm noticing items such as "$50 diamond blade" and other tools on the bills. Is it normal for the contractor or the ...

My contractor submits bills for labor and materials, and I reimburse him. I’m noticing items, however, such as a $50 “diamond blade” and other tools on the bills. Is it normal for the homeowner to pay ...

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