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October 20, 2026

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May 13, 2026

Buying Guides

Trade of the Month: Concrete

Trade of the Month: Concrete Concrete work doesn't forgive bad gear. Whether you're drilling anchors into a slab, cutting expansion joints, breaking out a curb, or finishing a pour before it sets up, the right tools are the difference between hitting the schedule and burning daylight. This month, Acme Tools is putting our concrete lineup front and center — along with the brand deals making it cheaper to gear up. Read More
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April 2, 2026

New Products

CRAFTSMAN V20 Drills Get Power Boost & Ergonomic Upgrades For 2026

CRAFTSMAN V20 Drills Get Power Boost & Ergonomic Upgrades For 2026 CRAFTSMAN just decided to stop playing nice with the competition. The brand that's been quietly grinding away in the value power-tool space just dropped a refresh of its V20 drill lineup that's got 20% more power, a slimmer profile, and a price tag that won't make your accountant cry. If you've been waiting for a reason to finally replace that beat-up drill that sounds like a dying lawnmower, April 1st just became your new favorite day of the year. Read More
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March 26, 2026

Buying Guides

Electric Vehicle Charging Stations & The Tools You'll Need To Install Them

Electric Vehicle Charging Stations & The Tools You'll Need To Install Them The electric vehicle revolution didn't wait for permission, and now every electrician worth their license is fielding calls about EV charger installations. What started as a niche service for early adopters has turned into standard work, residential driveways, commercial parking structures, fleet depots, you name it. If it's got a parking spot and a nearby power source, someone's asking to plug in a Tesla. Read More
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March 16, 2026

Product Guides

Makita GPH03 XGT Hammer Drill Review: Why This 40V Powerhouse Outperforms Traditional Corded Models

Makita GPH03 XGT Hammer Drill Review: Why This 40V Powerhouse Outperforms Traditional Corded Models Cordless drills have been chasing corded performance for years. The Makita GPH03 XGT just lapped them. This isn't another "pretty good for cordless" tool. The Makita XGT GPH03 hammer drill delivers 1,590 inch-pounds of max torque, more than most corded models, and backs it up with a three-speed transmission that makes sense. If you've been holding onto corded drills because you don't trust battery power for heavy work, this thing will change your mind. Read More
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March 15, 2026

Product Guides

The Pro’s Guide to Brushless Motors: What They Really Mean for You

The Pro’s Guide to Brushless Motors: What They Really Mean for You When you're running a crew, true leadership isn't about sitting in the air-conditioned truck and having other people work for you. It means showing up to the job site every single day, grinding it out, and genuinely helping the young men and women on your team become the absolute best versions of themselves, both on and off the clock. You want them to succeed more than you do. But you cannot foster that kind of high-level success if you are handing them outdated, underperforming equipment. The word "brushless" gets slapped on almost every toolbox in the aisle these days, but ... Read More
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March 14, 2026

Deal Alerts

Today's Tool Deals Just Got Irrational: Save 14% on Power Tools

Today's Tool Deals Just Got Irrational: Save 14% on Power Tools March 14th. Pi Day. The day math nerds celebrate 3.14 with actual pie, and the rest of us nod along, pretending we remember high school geometry. But here's the thing: while everyone else is arguing about whether pumpkin or apple is superior, we decided to do something way more useful with the date. We're running one of the sharpest power tool discounts we've seen all month, and it's only available to the people smart enough to be plugged into our SMS deals. Read More
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March 12, 2026

Industry News

Makita's 36V Innovation: How the 18V X2 LXT System Changed Cordless Power Tools Forever

Makita's 36V Innovation: How the 18V X2 LXT System Changed Cordless Power Tools Forever Most companies that hit on a winning formula play it safe. Makita didn't. When they launched the 18V LXT Lithium-Ion system in 2005, they created what would become the world's largest cordless tool platform. But instead of just cranking out more 18V tools, they asked a better question: what if we could double the voltage without forcing contractors to abandon their entire battery ecosystem? Read More
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March 10, 2026

New Products

New Milwaukee M18 Driver Models: Compact Power for Jobsite Tight Spots

New Milwaukee M18 Driver Models: Compact Power for Jobsite Tight Spots When you're wrestling with a stubborn fastener between floor joists or trying to drill a clean hole inside a cramped cabinet, the sheer size of your tool can quickly become your biggest obstacle. That's exactly the frustration Milwaukee is targeting with its newly released M18 Compact Brushless 1/2-Inch Drill Driver (3601-21CT) and 1/4-Inch Hex Impact Driver (3650-21CT). These drivers are designed to shave down their footprint without sacrificing the performance you expect on the jobsite. Read More
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March 6, 2026

Industry News

Makita's "I Build Because" Series Shows You Why the Work Matters

Makita's "I Build Because" Series Shows You Why the Work Matters Most tool companies want to sell you on horsepower specs and battery runtime. Makita decided to do something different with their "I Build Because" series. Instead of another product demo video, they're profiling the actual people behind the work, asking a simple question that gets complicated answers fast: Why do you build? Read More
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March 3, 2026

Product Guides

Demystifying Torque: What It Means For Drills, Drivers, And Wrenches

Demystifying Torque: What It Means For Drills, Drivers, And Wrenches You're staring down a lag bolt that has been rusted in place since the Reagan administration, and your bargain-bin drill just gave up the ghost with a sad little whine. We've all been there. When you're standing in the power tool aisle or scrolling, trying to figure out what gear to buy, you're going to see a ton of numbers thrown around. The biggest difference between the toys and the professional-grade equipment is torque. But what is torque, really? It is not just some fancy engineering term printed on the box to make it look cool. It is the absolute ... Read More
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February 27, 2026

Product Guides

The Makita LXT Impact Driver That Ruined All Other Tools For Us: A Year In Review

The Makita LXT Impact Driver That Ruined All Other Tools For Us: A Year In Review Let’s be honest for a second. Do you remember what you were doing in the spring of 2025? You were probably up on a ladder, fighting a stripped screw, sweating through your shirt, and wondering why your old drill sounded like it was coughing up its transmission. Right around that time, Makita quietly dropped a bombshell on the job site with the XDT20 series, which completely flipped the script for contractors and tradesmen across the country. Read More
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February 24, 2026

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Bosch GRW18V-120N Mud Mixer: The 18V Powerhouse That Changed Mixing Forever

Bosch GRW18V-120N Mud Mixer: The 18V Powerhouse That Changed Mixing Forever You know what nobody talks about enough? How much it sucks to mix heavy materials with a tool that can't handle the job. We're not talking about whipping up cake batter here. We're talking about thick mortar, dense epoxies, and mud that fights back like it's got a personal vendetta against your arms. That's exactly why when Bosch released the GRW18V-120N mud mixer, it became the tool that pros wanted to use instead of the one they had to suffer through. Read More
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February 18, 2026

Product Guides

Comparing Power Tools: Why The Cordless Vs Corded Debate Matters For Your Next Job

Comparing Power Tools: Why The Cordless Vs Corded Debate Matters For Your Next Job Here's something nobody tells you when you're staring at a wall of drills at the hardware store: the difference between cordless and corded isn't just about having a battery or not. It's about whether you'll finish that basement before your kid's graduation or still be halfway done when they bring their own kids over to visit. Read More
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February 17, 2026

Buying Guides

Spotlight On Bosch: Cutting-Edge Tools For Renovators

Spotlight On Bosch: Cutting-Edge Tools For Renovators With renovation, the tools you choose can make or break a project. Precision, durability, and innovation aren't optional; they're essential. That's why so many professionals and serious DIYers rely on Bosch tools. With a reputation built on German engineering and decades of innovation, Bosch delivers solutions designed to power through tough jobs while keeping accuracy and efficiency at the forefront. Read More
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February 17, 2026

New Products

The Heavy Hitters Have Arrived: Meet The New Milwaukee M18 Rotary Hammers

The Heavy Hitters Have Arrived: Meet The New Milwaukee M18 Rotary Hammers You know the feeling. You’re halfway up a ladder or deep in a basement, and you’re fighting with a cord that seems to have a personal vendetta against you. It gets snagged, it’s too short, or you trip over the thing. It is arguably the most annoying part of the job site. Well, the folks over in Wisconsin clearly heard our collective groans because they just dropped some serious news that is going to change the concrete game for good. Read More
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February 16, 2026

New Products

Remember When Cable Hanging Sucked? DEWALT's New Hangers Changed That

Remember When Cable Hanging Sucked? DEWALT's New Hangers Changed That Look, if you've been in the trades long enough, you remember the dark days. The days when hanging cable meant fighting with your wire cutters, fumbling with janky locking mechanisms that wouldn't lock, and basically adding an extra hour to every job because some engineer who'd never stepped foot on a jobsite designed your hardware. Read More
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February 13, 2026

Industry News

The History Of The Drill: How We Went From Heavy Metal To Lithium-Ion Freedom

The History Of The Drill: How We Went From Heavy Metal To Lithium-Ion Freedom If you’re on a job site today, you probably take that brushless, high-torque, battery-powered beast on your hip for granted. You grab it, you pull the trigger, and it just works. But it wasn’t always this easy. There was a time when drilling a hole meant dragging around a generator, hunting for an outlet, or wrestling a tool that weighed more than a bag of concrete. Read More
Milwaukee Tags:

February 11, 2026

Product Guides

The New Milwaukee M18 Driver That’s Hiding In Plain Sight: Why The SURGE Still Slaps

The New Milwaukee M18 Driver That’s Hiding In Plain Sight: Why The SURGE Still Slaps Look, we need to talk about something that flew under the radar harder than your buddy's side hustle. Back in 2025, Milwaukee dropped the M18 FUEL SURGE Hydraulic Driver (2761-20), and honestly? A lot of you probably scrolled right past it. Maybe you were too busy arguing about DeWalt vs Milwaukee on Reddit, or maybe you just thought "hydraulic driver" sounded like marketing nonsense. Read More
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February 5, 2026

New Products

Revisiting The DeWalt Electrical Total Solutions Lineup

Revisiting The DeWalt Electrical Total Solutions Lineup You know the deal. In this line of work, your reputation walks into the room about five minutes before you do. You are defined strictly by the work you leave behind in the walls and panels. We saw this campaign drop back in September, but the message hits just as hard today. Precision isn't optional when you are dealing with live currents and tight deadlines. Read More
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February 4, 2026

Buying Guides

The Essential Woodworking Tools Everyone Needs

The Essential Woodworking Tools Everyone Needs Building your first woodworking toolkit is the first step in turning raw lumber into pro-grade results. If you are starting, the sheer number of tools available can be overwhelming. That’s why knowing what to buy first is key to building a functional workshop without wasting money. This guide, more specifically, covers the fundamental woodworking tools you need to form your shop’s foundation. Continue reading and learn more about the must-haves for measuring, cutting, assembling, and finishing your projects the right way. Read More
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January 28, 2026

Buying Guides

Electricians’ Must-Have Tools For Faster Installs

Electricians’ Must-Have Tools For Faster Installs In electrical work, every minute counts. Whether you're wiring a new home, upgrading a commercial panel, or running conduit on-site, efficiency matters. The right gear can save hours, reduce fatigue, and deliver cleaner results. Here's a list of essential tools for electricians that help them do their work quickly and correctly. Read More
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January 23, 2026

Industry News

ONE ROBOT, 1.5 YEARS SAVED: THE MATH BEHIND DEWALT'S NEW HEAVY HITTER

ONE ROBOT, 1.5 YEARS SAVED: THE MATH BEHIND DEWALT'S NEW HEAVY HITTER Let’s be real: when you hear "construction robot," you’re probably picturing some Transformers situation But as seen at World of Concrete 2026, we were able to take a look at what this robot actually has to offer—and here is what we found out. You see the DeWalt Downward Drilling Robot and think, "That’s it? It just drills... down?" Hold your chirps for a second, fellas. While this thing might look like a glorified Roomba with a chip on its shoulder, it’s actually the MVP of the current AI-driven construction boom. If you think your back hurts after a Saturday afternoon ... Read More
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January 22, 2026

Industry News

OSHA Isn't Playing Anymore: Stop Blaming the Operator

OSHA Isn't Playing Anymore: Stop Blaming the Operator Listen up: if you’ve been on a job site for more than a week, you know the drill. We take pride in the grit, the sawdust, and the long hours. But we’re also entering a new era where "toughing it out" is being replaced by "working smarter." We’re about to break down a shift in the industry that is going to make your site safer, your workflow more efficient, and—most importantly—ensure you’re still in the game for the long haul. Read More
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July 22, 2024

Product Guides

Unleash Robust Performance With DEWALT’s DCD1007 1/2-Inch Hammer Drill

Unleash Robust Performance With DEWALT’s DCD1007 1/2-Inch Hammer Drill Seek equipment that will withstand the rigors of demanding applications because of the increased demand for high-efficiency, adaptable, and durable power tools. For example, professional contractors and DIY enthusiasts nail the job with the DEWALT DCD1007 Brushless Cordless Hammer Drill . It’s a powerhouse tool designed for the most challenging tasks. Whether working in tight spaces or needing consistent power for a large project, this hammer drill gets the job done. Read More
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January 22, 2024

Buying Guides

Best Cordless Drills of 2024

Best Cordless Drills of 2024 Power tools continue to evolve along with technological advances to suit the varying needs of their users, from DIY enthusiasts to professionals. Today’s cordless drills are more powerful, versatile, and convenient than ever before. Whether you are a construction worker who relies on your drill for work or someone who just needs it occasionally, choosing the right cordless drill can make all the difference. This article reviews the best-rated cordless drills on the market to help you choose one that best matches your needs. Read More

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