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Repairing your own tools can be a great way to save money. There's no additional markup on parts, and you don't have to pay for someone else's time. But before you start in on a repair, we'd like to give you a few suggestions for thing to consider before you begin, ways to prepare, and things to do during the repair. 1. Decide Whether the Repair is Worth It Before making any repair, you must understand that you do so at your own risk. You could be injured. You a …

Battling Rust Preventing Rust Rust weakens your tools, dirties your workplaces, and interferes with your projects. Try to avoid rust wherever possible in order to improve your work, enjoyment and your tools’ lifespans. Keep your tools in a dry place. It seems obvious, but many enclosed spaces (like sheds, garages and basements) can have humidity issues, especially if they are climate-controlled. If you store your tools somewhere that fits this descriptio …

Cleaning and Inspecting Your Tools To keep your tools in top shape, cleaning your tools after each use is a must. One advantage to regular cleaning is that it doesn’t take long; you only need a few seconds to clean off most tools. In the end, taking care of your tools by cleaning them will save you the time and money spent on repairs and replacements later. If you can get into the habit of cleaning your tools before you put them away after you are done using them, the process becomes easier an …