News & Opinion Archives

News & Opinion

Whether it’s cold hard facts or editorials by our professional staff, Pro Tool Reviews tells it like it is. We deliver a steady stream of power tool news for the construction and housing industry. Hopefully, this will keep you abreast of what’s happening in the construction industry. Our industry insights, articles, and editorials cover construction industry topics affecting professional tradesmen and business owners. If you’re in the construction business—no matter if you work on the jobsite or in the office—you need to know what trends and tools are shaping the work you do. Our team delivers both news & opinion to keep you up to speed and ahead of the curve. Because of this, you can be in the know with respect to OSHA regulations, modern construction methods, and therefore any other developments taking place that could affect your work. While our power tool reviews and hand tool reviews let you know what’s hot from the manufacturers. For everything else, you’ll want to stay tuned to our news and opinion editorial coverage.

July 5, 2021 0

What is CPVC Piping Used For?

by Clint DeBoer

CPVC is short for Chlorinated Poly Vinyl Chloride. Of course, that doesn’t tell you much unless you happen to work […]

July 1, 2021 0

Use a Pry Bar to Lift a Door and Hold It in Place

by Adam Spafford

We’ve been looking at some non-traditional uses for our core tools. Some are legit Pro-level while others just make the […]

things not covered under power tool warranty

June 30, 2021 0

What Makes a Good Power Tool Warranty? The Often Overlooked Feature

by Kenny Koehler

When we review or preview a product here at Pro Tool Reviews, we do our best to include the details […]

June 28, 2021 0

Removing a Painted Popcorn Ceiling

by Adam Spafford

Everyone has looked through old pictures and been struck by their own lack of clothing judgment. How did we ever […]

June 26, 2021 0

How to Install PEX Tubing with a PEX Expander

by Dan Bedard

Learning How to Install PEX Tubing with an Expander – Simpler Than You Think The cordless expander is about as […]

June 25, 2021 0

Left Side vs Right Side Circular Saw Blade

by Adam Spafford

Circular saws have traditionally fallen into the two distinct yet similarly serpentine-sounding categories of sidewinder and worm drive. The categories generally differ in motor orientation and design, […]