As a professional electrician, I know that having the right tools and gear is essential to getting the job done right. Here, you’ll find everything you need to know about power tools, hand tools, accessories, and workwear. I also got you covered with recommendations and reviews for electrical gear and top tool brands, as well as this electrician apprentice tool list, to help newcomers to the trade get started.
What is the best Makita Drill for doing home projects? The obvious and rather tedious answer is that it will be highly dependent on the type of project. However, in this article, I will recommend a Makita drill that I have found to be capable of handling the most important…
So you want to figure out how to strip a wire the fastest way possible? I totally get that, because when I first started out as an apprentice electrician, this was something that I really had to learn. And not just learn properly, but also fast and efficient. But what…
Why do electricians use Milwaukee Tools, and what is the brand name best known for? As an electrician, Milwaukee is most likely the tool name that is branded on the side of the majority of my own tools. And in this article, I’d like to explain why. Obviously, all electricians…
Klein Tools’ reputation as one of the best brands for electricians is well-deserved. The company’s focus on quality and durability has allowed it to build trust among some of the most demanding customers in one of the most demanding industries: electrical work. When you are working with electricity on a…
As an electrician, over the years I’ve worked extensively with ladders of all shapes, materials and sizes. For me, safety is paramount when it comes to choosing a ladder for electrical work. It must be sturdy, able to handle heavy-duty work, and, most importantly, made of a non-conductive material to…
In this article, you will get to know the proper tools to both cut and strip wires. Many different tools could in theory be used to get the job done. However, to get the best long-term result, you will need some specific tools. To cut a wire, you will need…
What should you wear as an electrician on a day-to-day basis? It requires physical endurance and mental focus to get the job done right. So, of course, you need the right workwear to keep you comfortable, and safe, and prevent long-term injury. In this article, I’m going to give you…