Best Cold-Weather Jobsite Gear Under $100 Winter on a job site isn't about looking good. It's about keeping your fingers working at 7 a.m., staying dry when the slab's wet, and not sweating through everything the minute you climb into an attic. You don't need a $400 jacket to get there. Most of what keeps tradespeople warm costs under $100 a piece, and a lot of it costs under $30. Here's what's worth buying, layer by layer. We make some of it at Hard Hat Goods; most of it you'll...
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What to Get Your Plumber Husband for Christmas If you're married to a plumber, you already know two things. He works hard on his body (knees, back and hands), and he's already bought every tool he needs. Ask what he wants and you'll hear "I'm good." So here's how to shop for him anyway, from people who make gear for the trades. Start with how his days actually go A plumber's day is crawlspaces, under-sink cabinets, cold basements, wet job sites and a lot of driving between them. The gifts...
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25 Gifts for Electricians That Actually Get Used Shopping for an electrician is harder than it looks. They already own the tools they rely on, they're picky about brands, and anything that doesn't earn its spot in the truck ends up in a drawer. The best gifts solve a small daily annoyance, keep them warm or comfortable, or replace something that's worn out. We sell workwear and gifts at Hard Hat Goods, but we don't sell tools, so a lot of this list is stuff you'll find elsewhere. We've marked...
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