Spruce up your home and yard for spring
Spring time signals a fresh start for homeowners to tackle home repairs and rejuvenation projects they may have put off over the winter. Consumer Reports recently provided advice on how to spruce up your home and yard this spring and work vital home safety checks into the regular spring cleaning routine.
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DEWALT DCS381 20-Volt MAX Li-Ion Reciprocating Saw $75.99 |
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Ryobi 18v Drill Circular Reciprocating Saw Light Lithium Ion 2X Batt & Charger $149.99 |
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DeWALT 20V MAX Li-Ion Reciprocating Saw Kit DCS380L1 $249.00 |
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Hitachi 18 Volt Lithium Ion Slide On Mount Battery Reciprocating Saw CR18DSLP4 $109.99 |
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NEW 12V Reciprocating Saw Lithium Ion LED Light All Purpose Cutting Blade Metal $224.99 |
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New Makita BJR182 18V 18 Volt LXT Lithium Ion Reciprocating Saw $73.99 |
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Bosch 36V Lithium-Ion 1-1/8″ Reciprocating Saw 1651B $216.98 |
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Ridgid R854 24V Lith-ion Reciprocating saw Sawzall $20.50 |
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Makita BJR181Z BJR181 18V Cordless LXT Lithium-Ion Reciprocating Saw (Tool Only) $136.00 |
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Makita 18V LXT Lithium Ion Reciprocating Saw BJR182 NEW $79.99 |
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Ridgid R8641 X4 18v Lithium Ion Hyper Li Cordless Reciprocating Saw Sawzall $74.99 |
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DEWALT 36 VOLT RECIPROCATING SAW, + battery dc9000 lithium ion + charger $236.00 |
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New Makita BJR182 18V 18 Volt LXT Lithium Ion Reciprocating Saw $73.99 |
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Milwaukee M12 12V Li-Ion Hackzall Reciprocating Saw 2420-20 $51.00 |
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Milwaukee M12 12V Li-Ion Hackzall Reciprocating Saw 2420-21 $41.00 |
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NEW Makita BJR182 18V CORDLESS RECIPROCATING SAW SAWZALL BJR 182 Li-ion $38.96 |
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NEW Milwaukee M18 18V Reciprocating Saw Lithium-Ion 2625-20 “Bare Tool” Hackzall $99.99 |
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Makita 18V LXT Litium ion Reciprocating Saw BJR182Z Kit $200.22 |
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DeWALT 18 Volt Cordless Reciprocating Saw DC385 Uses Lithium Ion or NiCd Battery $99.99 |
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New Makita BJR182 18V 18 Volt LXT Lithium Ion Reciprocating Saw $73.99 |
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Makita BJR182 Cordless 18V 18 Volt Lithium Ion Reciprocating Sawzall Saw $55.88 |
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New Makita BJR182 18V 18 Volt Li-Ion Reciprocating Saw $77.99 |
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Hitachi CR18DL X 18V Li-ion 3.0 Ah Reciprocating Saw $67.36 |
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New Makita BJR182 18V 18 Volt LXT Lithium Ion Reciprocating Saw $73.99 |
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Makita LXT LI-Ion Reciprocating Saw- 18 Volt $399.99 |
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DeWalt DC385 18V Li-Ion Cordless Reciprocating Saw $65.00 |
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DeWALT DCS381 20v Max Lithium Ion Reciprocating Saw With Battery NEW!!!! $149.99 |
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New Makita BJR182 18V 18 Volt LXT Lithium Ion Reciprocating Saw $73.99 |
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New Dewalt DCS380 20 volt MAX Lithium Ion Reciprocating saw use 20v DCB200 $103.99 |
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Bosch 12V 12 Volt Cordless Lithium Ion Reciprocating Hand Saw PS60 $79.99 |
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Makita BJR182 Cordless 18V 18 Volt Lithium Ion Reciprocating Sawzall Saw $41.00 |
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New Makita BJR182 18V 18 Volt LXT Lithium Ion Reciprocating Saw $73.99 |
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DEWALT 36 VOLT RECIPROCATING SAW, + battery dc9000 lithium ion + charger $236.00 |
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Milwaukee 2620-20 M18 Li-ion Sawzall Reciprocating Saw $117.19 |
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BOSCH CRS180B 18V LITHIUM-ION LITHEON RECIPROCATING SAW BARE TOOL NEW CRS180 $137.00 |
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Bosch CRS180B 18V Cordless Lithium-Ion 1-1/8-in Reciprocating Saw (Tool Only) $149.91 |
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Makita BJR182 18V Lithium-Ion Reciprocating Saw (Bare Tool) $86.99 |
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NEW Hitachi CR18DL 18 Volt Li Ion Reciprocating Saw Kit $322.58 |
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Makita 18V 18 V 18 Volt LXT Lithium Ion Reciprocating Saw BJR182 NEW $79.99 |
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Milwaukee M18 Li-Ion One-Handed Reciprocating Saw – HACKZALL Bare C18HZ 2625-20 $169.55 |
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BRAND NEW Makita 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Reciprocating Saw BJR182 TOOL ONLY $73.94 |
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Makita BJR181 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless Recip Reciprocating Saw Tool Kit $379.99 |
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Makita BJR182 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless Reciprocating Saw $99.99 |
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Makita BJR181 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Recip Reciprocating Saw Tool – BJR181Z $164.99 |
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Porter-Cable PCL120CRC-2 12-Volt Max Lithium Ion Pivoting Reciprocating Saw $129.99 |
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DeWalt DCS380L1 20V MAX Li-Ion Reciprocating Saw Kit (3.0 Ah) $256.99 |
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Bare-Tool Makita 18-Volt Lithium-Ion Reciprocating Saw $99.95 |
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New Makita BJR182 18V 18 Volt Li-Ion Reciprocating Saw $74.99 |
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*New* DeWalt DCS381 20 VOLT MAX Lithium-Ion Cordless Reciprocating Saw $109.99 |
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Dewalt DCS380L1 20V MAX* Lithium Ion Reciprocating Saw Kit (3.0 Ah) $310.90 |
How To Choose The Best Power Tool
Finding the best power tool can be a tedius process, but it’s certainly worth every effort. Using the power tool that best meets your needs is rewarding and always yields the most impressive results. Simply remember these few steps to help you find the most optimal power tool for you:
The first, and perhaps most important step begins with determing your degree and type of use. Simple household maintenance requires an entirely different set of tools than do industrial projects. Of course, you may use industrial grade tools to tighten your cupboards and door jambs but this isn’t always realistic – nor is it ever a good idea to use sub-par power equipment on a professional project. You want to make sure you invest in the best power tools for the applications they’ll be used for – for example, you wouldn’t use a steak knife to spread butter on bread just as you wouldn’t use a butter knife to tear into a top sirloin. – If you go to your circular saw, power drill, or another power tool. only a few times each year, it’s certainly not necessary to buy the most powerful tools on the market, however, if you use your tools often and heavily, you’ll definitely want to throw down a few more dollars for a higher-quality tool.
You may also consider manufacturer. Some craftsmen are loyal to one brand or another and some brands are certainly better than others (this difference usually reflects in pricing). Favoring one manufacture(s) over another can more precisely define and simplify your search. Additionally, just as all craftsmen have a specialty, so do manufacturers. Certain brands build the very best of a certain tool – for example, Milwaukee in known for producing some of the absolute best reciprocating saws, and Bosch for the best jigsaws. The master behind each type of power tool can usually be found with just a bit of reasearch.
Do some research and set a budget. Spending too much and spending too little are common missteps in finding the best power tool, and its definately an easy mistake to make; if you have a limit already in mind, you’re much more likely to stick to it. It is important to remember though, that cheap and expensive power tools are cheap and expensive for a reason. The expression “you get what you pay for,” is perhaps at its most true in the tool industry.
Determine whether you are in the market for a tool kit or if you need only one single tool. Often you may find kits available that include the most frequently used power tools like a drill, impact driver, and reciprocating saw. This is obviously a more expensive investment that buying a drill alone, but if you need these other power tools, its certainly more economical to buy them in a kit than to buy them all separately. This is also helpful if you prefer cordless tools – buying multiple cordless tools from the same manufacturer means you can usually swap a battery between different and multiple tools.
Determine your preference between cordless and corded power. It’s best to understand the limitations and benefits of both types before making this distinction – corded power ensures a constant power source and eliminates hassling with chargers and batteries, it also tends to be more powerful and lightweight. They are, however, tethered to a wall which means limited mobility, use, and strained power with the use of extension cords. Cordless tools, on the other hand, can go anywhere you can go, and with always improving battery technology, they are a powerful, reliable source of portable power with no hassle of a dangling cord.
Tool warranties are often an underrated asset. Having a good warranty with your tool usually means you’re buying from a company that entirely trusts their product will satisfy you – this is a good feeling to carry with you on the job. Most industrial manufacturers include a one year warranty on corded power tools, batteries and chargers, and a three year warranty on cordless tools. Of course, this is only standard – some manufactures offer less and some much more. Hitachi includes a ten year warranty on most of their cordless lithium-ion line.
Lastly, if you can, it’s good to hold the tool before you buy it. Simply being able to feel the tool in your hands to ensure comfort and functionality can be a big indicator of whether the tool is a good fit. Some manufacturers also offer a (around 30 day) Satisfaction Guarantee – this allows you to use the tool once or twice before determining if you’re entirely happy with the investment.
Ultimately, finding the best power tool is only these few steps away. In the meantime, good luck and happy crafting.
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