The first tools that every entry-level Carpenter should own Rig, tool belt, or Bags Hammer Tape Measure (25′ or 30′ only) Carpenter’s Pencil Retractable Utility knife Journal Tool Box (or in this case, a bucket) Stanley Flat Bar Speed Square Chalk line Yellow-handled Snips Cordless Drill or Driver Screwdriver The Journal of Light Construction Magazine

The best all purpose hammer will generally be at least 20 oz.  Lighter than that and you can’t drive a nail.  Heavier than that and you’ll be fighting off urges to frame houses. A smooth face is far more versatile.  A waffle face is only for framing. ALWAYS buy a straight claw.  The only thing […]

You need something to put your tools in, and the tool vessel that is closest to perfect is available for free! A modest bucket is how almost everyone got started and how most of us still roll.  The Bucket Boss is a great system.  It’s versatile and you can even add hardware trays and bags sold […]

Tool Belt (your rig) The very first thing you should buy is a good set of bags.  You can borrow a hammer, tape and knife.  But borrowing another man’s bags is like borrowing his girlfriend. You could spend an exorbitant amount of money on something sweet.  The problem is that if you haven’t earned the […]

Estimator, Commercial Estimating for residential work often tends to include a generous amount of sales and relationship work.  Commercial estimating requires a different personality.  A commercial estimator had better like numbers.  This video is a really good overview of the job. HAZWOPER 8 Hour Refresher Certification Hazardous Waste Operations require trained and skilled technicians to […]