How to Choose a Pressure Washer
For removing dirt from vehicles and outdoor furniture, driveway oil stains, deck or siding mold, wall graffiti or building grime, pressure washers, also known as power washers, are...
Belt Sander vs. Orbital Sander: Choosing the Right Tool for the Job
Wood floors add warmth and beauty to a space, not to mention value. To bring old, damaged floors back to life, or to level or finish a wood floor, you’ll need a floor sander, but...
Portable Spot Coolers: What Are They and What Are They Used For?
When there’s nowhere to install an air conditioner, when an air conditioner or HVAC system fails, or when air conditioning would be too expensive, a spot cooler is a fast, easy...
How to Use a Brush Cutter: Techniques, Safety Tips and More
Need to expand a lawn, cut a trail through a field or clear an abandoned lot? A brush cutter may be just the ticket. Here’s a guide to choosing and using a brush cutter when you’re...
Skid Steer Loaders Guide: Sizes, Lift Types, Control Types & More
On the construction site, on the farm or in the industrial plant, skid steer loaders are the little engines that could (though not all skid steers are little). Compact...
Portable Generator Sizing: How to Choose a Portable Generator
When electrical connections are limited or nonexistent at a jobsite, a portable generator keeps power tools, lights and appliances running. Portable generators also are handy for...
Types of Earthmoving Equipment and What They’re Used For
If you need a machine to move dirt — or rocks, bricks or gravel — you need earthmoving equipment. What you’re moving and how you’re moving it will determine the type of machine...
Excavator vs. Backhoe: What are the Key Differences?
Backhoes and excavators are the workhorses of the construction site. They perform many of the same tasks, but each has unique strengths, and one machine may be better than the...
What Is Considered High Hours on a Forklift?
Buying used construction equipment such as a forklift can be a smart move for your business if you shop carefully to get a good deal and choose a machine that has plenty of useful...
What Size Air Compressor Do I Need?
Many projects would sputter to a halt without air compressors to drive pneumatic tools. But it’s not always obvious what size air compressor is required for the job, and it’s easy...
