Make a clamp of any length with just a 2×4. Stanley quality. They sure come up with great new tools. See this fantastic new invention.

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Most builders don’t have this tool, but it’s one of the things that you never knew how much you needed it. A very cool tool, and makes an awesome gift.

Lighted sockets to show if there is power at the end, and it has 3 socket slots that remove the need for a power strip. See it here.

Did you say beeps? Because the level sounds when it’s at 0°, you don’t need to take your eyes off your work and can mark your line, etc with ease. This tool is becoming a standard for modern carpenters.

A quality pressure washer is an essential tool for painting, home washing, car washing, clean driveways, outdoor furniture, and more.

Unless you only have only electric heat, you should have one. I had a friend who almost died from CO. The gas is deadly and odorless. If you have a garage you need this.

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There are other choices of course: if you can spend more, get the same vac with the roller handle: this is worth the extra.

In particular, I’m a big fan of cool hand tools and just cool new unique tools in general so please send me any of your top unique tools on your list. If you think we need to add some new plumbing tools – new woodworking tools – new tools – whatever — let us know in the comments.

Getting great reviews: be sure to get the right one for your vehicle: at the top of the page you select your make, model and year like you would a tire or wiper blade.

It’s nice to have larger extinguishers handy as well, especially for wood stoves. These last forever and can be re-charged if ever used. It’s a gift of love.

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Find heat leaks with the infrared camera. This inspection camera is like a temperature gun but better: it shows great detail, it also finds water leaks, electrical hot spots, and insulation gaps letting in the cold (or hot) air.

Plugs into any ‘cigarette lighter’ 12v socket (including this spare power bank and jump starter) and inflates almost anything. They say no truck tires, but they mean BIG ones. It has a gauge that’s very accurate.

Look at the pictures of how you can offset the chuck. I wish I had invented this. I did mentally but I’m a stupid old painter!

I bet you didn’t even know some of these new tools existed. Neither did I. Enjoy the best of the modern new tools on the market.

This was given to me as a housewarming gift. I thought, “Meh”… But it has become essential to me: it is a great invention. Reasonable price.

This tops the list of the most unique and novel tools. These are very helpful for looking at gutters, roofs, etc, as well as long-shot portraits. This one has almost 5,000 excellent ratings: very tough.

Generally, any used item will go for about half the original but that depends on age and condition et. Thanks very much. b

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Another great laser tool is this laser tape measure. Much more accurate than the apps in modern phones that work with an image.

It also has a scale to set the wrench which is something all adjustable wrenches should feature…maybe someday. The mouth reverses and works as a pipe wrench. So cool.

The opening on most drills is 3/8 inch which is fine for most bits, but some larger bits have a 1/2 inch diameter so you need another tool. I chose this one over all the others.

My rule: always buy quality tools because low-cost tools tend to chip and snap just before you start swearing! This Stanley has an amazing rating… we recommend it highly.

This great system lowers the center of gravity: still, you lift with your legs, remember? Safety equipment is always worth it.

Cool new tool idea. It comes in 4 sizes: my advice is to get the 12 because it can do everything the smaller ones can as well.

Brad the Painter – Painting Tips by a Professional offers advice and recommendations on how to do your painting project well, safe and fast. You’ll find tips known only to the pros, and tools that save time and money. Brad has been in the business for well over 30 years, and is now in semi-retirement passing on the secrets to you. There really need not be any dread of painting by yourself. There are tools that do not cost much that save you time and cut through frustration.

You are only supposed to use one time, but I tested the one we got for our upper floor bedroom and it works great: just unstrap and drop over the window sill. This is very well thought-out. Nice job Kidde.

A great new upgrade to a very old type of tool. The laser makes it infinitely long and it recalls the last 9 angles you measured. Tripod screw mount and magnetic to hold on saws etc. Backlit LCD display.

You’ll find what walls and cracks are sucking your heat out (or in for cooling months). Not for human temperature taking.

Go with Holy Stone, the top-rated drone today. In the related products, you will see some less expensive ones, but you sacrifice resolution and power.

By far the highest rated. Most recommended by hikers, and works great for me around the house: even in the daytime, it’s very useful.

Bad guys know about the video storage option also, so even if you don’t pay for that extra, they will not risk being on video.

Get the best-rated car tool: it also has a flashlight and will charge phones via the USP outputs. At 1000 Peak Amp it can jump-start any family vehicle. Seatbelt cutter, glass breaker, alarms, and more. Wow. No wonder it has (near) perfect ratings.

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Very pricey (at least 500 clams) but it’s an amazing tool. It’s a wonder to see it in action: it was my first time and I was shocked!

Hi, I am Brad (The Painter!). I am a professional painter for over 30 years, and I am now passing on tips and trade secrets to you.

“A Home Stager and Redesigner, one of my number one suggestions to clients is to repaint their living spaces. Most do not have the time nor the inclination to do the job on their own… Read more “Meticulous, conscientious & reliable”

If someone approaches or rings your doorbell and you are on the beach in Tahiti, people will not know you are not home while you chat with them.

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Many handymen and women don’t like cordless anymore. Plus a long extension cord is always around (see below to buy a good one). This track-saw is simply better than the cordless.

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Like having a 3rd hand, or helper. A very cool tool gadget: it de-magnetizes too since sometimes you don’t want the effect. Great reviews. Makes it a great add-on gift.

The new twist? Magnetic exterior to hold metal things like screws, tools, etc. Great design and is surprisingly inexpensive.

These new tools and new tool gift ideas are my pet collection: everytime a see a cool new tool, I put it here. These are our favorite top tools for the handy-person who has everything, or not enough of anything.

We want to spread the word about the best tools and gadgets and all of the top tools that people love and we want them here. We receive mail from folks who are doing the annual shopping for tool gifts and if you are one of them, please let us know what you want to see.

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This well-designed can prevents accidents from fuel spills either in transport or while pouring. The third selection on the product page is for one single can: they did not make that clear.

If you have an electric car hybrid, this can save your life. How? If you accidentally leave your car on (it’s silent), at some point the gas engine will kick on and position your home. It happens.

1500 PSI is plenty for most, but the 2030 shown here has more power for not much more money, and can almost do what a gasoline unit can do.

This leveler gives a perfectly level laser line on the wall: so helpful when you want wall art to be at the same level. It also detects studs of wood, metal, studs and live A/C wires.

I use mine several times per year. Not nearly like the thermal camera just below, but this was one of the unexpected great gifts I was given. I’m always checking for air leaks in the winter, looking for new places to insulate.

Let us know the best tool in your life and if you see any new hand tools or new power tools, we’d love to list them here. What’s your favorite top tool brand? Please send us your gift list ideas for 2020.

Readers have told us they really like this Makita Saw with Rail. You can add made-for-it clamps, and rail extensions with a connector kit. Costs less than the DeWalt too.

There are less expensive wet/dry shop vacumes, but we like the stability of the offset wheels (does not tip over easily like most) and we love the brand: this DeWalt will never let you down.

The reason I use these rather than a technician’s belt is that it’s quick to put big tools like screw guns in and also to get them out quickly.