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Overall rating 5.0

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Reviews
Number reviews: 33
Overal rating: 5
Review for Tool Talk by A Royal Flush Plumbing
1st February 2022

Best place to find honest reviews, heard its probably the fastest growing review site in the market, allowing trades to find the reviews they need left by other trades before buying. probably

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Review for Tool Talk by Lee Key Plumbers
26th June 2021

Their product range keeps growing. Their offers are good. Plus you can get to read honest reviews from people that actually use the products regularly. Keep up the Good Work.

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Review for Tool Talk by Michael
29th April 2021

Great site and lots of deals all the time. Like the reward scheme for leaving reviews. Maybe a future rival to some of the other big names like screwfix. Would recommend

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Review for Tool Talk by Eoin Keaney
22nd February 2021

Quite new to Tool Talk but find the reviews very good, shame the best deals vanish after about 2 seconds, barely have time to log on and there gone.

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Review for Tool Talk by Allen Westbrook
22nd February 2021

Im fairly new to tool talk but find it very imformative about products and tools which is greatly helped bybthe reviews and comments made on the page.

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Review for Tool Talk by Craig
22nd February 2021

I think tool talk is brilliant. They have great discounts often and it’s a great way to look at different reviews of tools that you are thinking of purchasing.

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Review for Tool Talk by Mazri Electrical
21st February 2021

Found out about this from some ad I saw once some time ago. Downloaded it and found it to be awesome. Great deals, and great place to find more about what the communities thoughts are on certain tools.

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Review for Tool Talk by Viking Electrical
16th February 2021

Quite new to the app but it’s seems really good so far, good deals every week and a good community too, nice to see what real people in the trade think about the tools and equipment you are interested in. Only downside is the profanity filter, seems to trigger on the silliest things.

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Review for Tool Talk by AstonPHG
12th February 2021

Brilliant idea, love the deals, love the app, cant stand the profanity filter however. Seems to trigger on alot of standard words. Tried writing a few reviews and ended up scrapping them, due to profanity, none was used.

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Review for Tool Talk by Denne Joinery
12th February 2021

Never heard of them then a mate recommended them and I like the principle and it’s great for looking for a tool however I have quite a bit of Milwaukee stuff but a lot of it isn’t on here to review but non the less a good app

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Review for Tool Talk by NRG Electrical
12th February 2021

Finally a app for the trades that allow for honest reviews of products, with some really good deals available at great prices I've found I've been buying stuff just because its cheap even thoe I never needed them

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Review for Tool Talk by Cavendish Electrical Services
9th February 2021

What a great app and idea! Good deals, not yet found one that I really need but I’m sure I will. Regular giveaways too for those with 5 or more reviews. I have tools and products from a few brands that are not listed, so I’m struggling to get to the top level of 25 reviews. I guess reviewing Tool Talk is an easy start to racking up those reviews though!

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Review for Tool Talk by Dunit Partners
8th February 2021

Looks to be a good app that I’ve only just latched on too. Some very good reviews from the people that count. You can use this in seconds to get good honest opinions.

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Review for Tool Talk by DKMProperty
8th February 2021

Great app. Easy to use and the deals are great. Saves time with research for tools as I can just come here and look at genuine reviews from genuine trades people minus the arguments about what brand is best red, green or yellow. If the review says it’s great then that’s what I’m having regardless of the brand.

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Review for Tool Talk by Mcclements
8th February 2021

Fantastic idea, as I normally go to YouTube to watch product reviews. This app allows me to read honest reviews by the people who use their tools on a daily basis for real life wear and tear.

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Review for Tool Talk by D.R Holder
6th February 2021

What an amazing idea. Absolutely brilliant to have good honest reviews from tradesman and access to good deals is brilliant. Cannot fault this app and always recommending it to fellow tradesman

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Review for Tool Talk by Mys Electrical
5th February 2021

What a good idea. Tradesmen being able to review tool or work equipment to help others is so helpful. The benefit of great tool deals is a huge plus too.

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Review for Tool Talk by D.R Bathrooms
29th January 2021

Proper good idea this, it’s been something tradesman have wanted for along time, you can see some really good deals and get true customer ratings on the tools you’re going to be buying

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Review for Tool Talk by XK8 Group
27th January 2021

Really good idea. Love the fact of reviewing tools and brands as well as getting exclusive offers. Been looking for something like this for a long time really good app

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Review for Tool Talk by East & smith Air Conditioning
24th January 2021

I like the idea, I’ve been looking for something like this for a while. It would be great to have more of a personalisation on our accounts for instance. I think if they can keep
Up with the demand for tool deals/offers people will use this.

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Review for Tool Talk by Ponics
23rd January 2021

Interesting idea and would be happy to see this platform expand and develop for everyone’s benefit. You might need to tweak down your profanity filter as I spent longer writing reviews than necessary.

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Review for Tool Talk by WR Services
21st January 2021

I’ve enjoyed my time on the app and it is definitely a amazing idea for anyone in a trade. Reading reviews and writing reviews that may help someone I really enjoy. Hopefully the app can continue to grow and gain more people

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Review for Tool Talk by Kai Clarke
20th January 2021

Very new to tool talk but very nice platform to say the least not sure if any others are doing anything similar with nearly the same sort of feedback being generated! Can’t wait to get familiar with the app.

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Review for Tool Talk by Penfould Heating & Renewables Ltd
20th December 2020

First tool i owned was an adjustable spanner set, cheap as chips as a present from my mam to start my apprenticeship. Still got them now, rarely used but got to keep them! Once I had the money, the first tool I bought was an old dewalt combi drill with the old style ni-cd batteries!

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Review for Tool Talk by A L Plumbing & Heating
20th December 2020

I have about a 12 year old makita impact screwdriver with original batteries used every day and abused sometimes it’s a hammer for wall plugs lol but it has never missed a beat so it’s a 10 / 10 for me would love a new one but this one keeps going lol

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Review for Tool Talk by Shine Electrical (Leeds)
18th December 2020

CK SWA cutter/stripper

This tool literally saves half my day, makes SWA work a breeze! The blades seem to last forever and the shape makes using it effortless, if I were still using the old hacksaw method I would probably have packed it in a long time ago. Although people may say its a bit expensive for what you actually get, I definitely wouldn’t be without it and will definitely replace it with another.

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Review for Tool Talk by DAJ
14th December 2020

You can only really judge a company by the people. And everyone I have spoken to has been brilliant.

It’s a great concept for trades, we mostly get into this as we love being creative with our hands, we can only do this with tools and we really love tools.
What’s better is we love hearing about new ones and getting our hands on them and these guys help with that immensely.

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Review for Tool Talk by Minty Property Developments
10th December 2020

Great App!!
You can get some fantastic deals on hand tools and power tools. Really easy to use and order from.
Well done to the team at Expert Trades on putting it together!!

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Review for Tool Talk by Get Home Improvements
9th December 2020

I love the site and the you tube videos. The folks at tool talk are helpful and do a lot of good. I’ve had no issues and any problems I’ve had, they’ve dealt with them effectively. As a newbie to the trades, they’ve given me advice and made me feel welcome.

Keep up the good work.

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Review for Tool Talk by Hiten's Handyman Services Ltd
26th November 2020

I love this app, still trying to figure out how to get good deals on here but I guess its a community sharing experiences and what's good out there for trades.

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Review for Tool Talk by P and r heating
17th November 2020

Really like the new tool talk app. Seems to work perfectly having no issues so far,
The offer section is really clear to see what offers are active and when new offers are starting

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Review for Tool Talk by Ryan B
3rd November 2020

Just recently downloaded the app and works very well find the manufacture you want then browse there product range, very handy also great weekly deals to be had also fooolw the guys on Facebook and YouTube

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Review for Tool Talk by Leon Gill Carpentry
25th October 2020

Seems quite good so far had some good genuine offers ent through the app think it does exactly as it claims well worth the time .

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Asked on 4th March 2021 by Tool Talk

We have our first brand joining us for a live Q&A; Steve Owen, a Training Manager from Baxi. What questions would you like to ask him on all things Baxi? Comment below...

Answered on 4th March 2021 by A L Plumbing & Heating

Hi just wondering if there is a problem with the push fit magna clean that’s supplied with the 800 range as there seems to be a lot of fitters saying they have had them blow off after installs

Answered on 4th March 2021 by Beale Heating Services

Hello. What is causing some ADEY filters to partially detach or come off completely?


Asked on 25th January 2021 by Ponics

Have you considered an eBay type service within the umbrella of ToolTalk? I have tools, I either bought in haste or no longer use, that I would consider selling through a dedicated and more competitively priced hub. Also, are you going to add Paslode and Dremmel to the list of brands? I use both in my work. Just ideas. Thanks

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Asked on 14th December 2020 by Tool Talk

What's the one tool you've never owned but dream of having one day? Answer this question for a chance to win a prize in the Tool Talk Christmas Raffle.

Answered on 14th December 2020 by Mazri Electrical

Well a very hard one to say since there’s such a big range. Is it a power tool or a hand tool?

For a power tool then I guess I’ll go for the latest Milwaukee MX range. The MX 100mm diamond core drill.

For a Hand tool, then it’ll have to be the Wera Kraftform Kompact set

Answered on 14th December 2020 by MC Ltd

I’d probably look at getting the festool KAPEX 120 and stand our old Bosch is getting a bit hard up but still does the job. Just need something more but to date with better dust extraction.

Answered on 14th December 2020 by Get Home Improvements

I’d love to have a dewalt 18v palm router and learn to use it correctly. It would be great for hinges and locks on doors.

Answered on 14th December 2020 by Spud the Sparky

I'd love to get the metabo triple bladed chaser with extraction.

Answered on 14th December 2020 by J.C.O Plumbing and Gas

Cordless core drill by dewalt

Answered on 14th December 2020 by Louis Gas & Heating Ltd

I would like to renew my current range of makita tools for milwaukee set as they are getting old.

Answered on 14th December 2020 by DAJ

There are a couple, one is a prize already the Milwaukee combo drill with attachments.

One not listed would be the dewalt flex volt plungesaw the more handy price of kit right now.

Answered on 14th December 2020 by BH Property Services

No technically a tool as such but I'd love to have a brand new can one day.

Answered on 14th December 2020 by Penfould Heating & Renewables Ltd

Dewalt compact circular saw. Ideal for quickly lifting floor boards and will get in easier than a standard sized saw

Answered on 14th December 2020 by Bitz 'n' PC'z Ltd

Some Festool joinery tools (and a workshop to use them in!)

Answered on 14th December 2020 by Dewalt

Dewalt 18v Palm router would be my choice, great for hinges and trim flush

Answered on 14th December 2020 by Ryan B

I’d like to add a dewalt circular saw to my armoury , as a electrician I think this would be next but anyway and would make life so much easier for me lifting hatchets

Answered on 14th December 2020 by Lee Butterworth

I’ve always fancied a decent wall chasing tool, beats using an angle grinder to cut chases, I’ve been looking at the Dewalt flexvolt wall chaser reviews are good think I need to make the plunge

Answered on 14th December 2020 by Nickthegas

Has to be the Mirka sander. Best of the best. Had one at a firm that I worked at, nothing compares. I have a Festool sander its good but not as good as the Mirka. Maybe santa will treat me.⁷

Answered on 14th December 2020 by Carpenter

The 18v makitat palm router and door hinge jig. I dont know if they speed things up or not but i just want one

Answered on 14th December 2020 by Mato Plumbing and Heating

Testo thermal imaging camera 868
These tools are good for fault finding
Installation under floor heating plus leaking pipe work

Answered on 14th December 2020 by Minty Property Developments

My dream tool would be a Bosch router.

It’s not something I would use in my day to day job. But I’m always interested in abit of extra knowledge and keen to learn new techniques and skills.

Answered on 14th December 2020 by Vital Plumbers Ltd

New lighter core drill

Answered on 14th December 2020 by Tony Mason Electrical

Theres probably loads that I've never even thought of. But at the moment I'm looking at getting the milwaukee changeable head m12 drill driver.

Answered on 14th December 2020 by Jordy's Plumbing-Heating & Property Services

Would love an M12-HPT-202C M12 Force Logic Hydraulic Press Tool, used one the other day, Cracking bit of kit

Answered on 14th December 2020 by ncs

the new milwaukee core drill and rig

Answered on 14th December 2020 by SPC electrical and property maintenance

At the moment I love a seaward apollo 500 + pat tester

Answered on 14th December 2020 by Fitzgerald Electrical & Plumbing Solutions

Gotta be a press tool the Rothenberger one looks good! Been looking at them for a while would love to get my hands on one!

Answered on 14th December 2020 by CED Electrical

Hands down it's the metabo mfe40 3 disc wall chaser! That things awesome!

Answered on 14th December 2020 by M. Cox Electrical

Not a wish but I would like to try it for a couple of weeks:

Metrel MI3155E Euro Multifunction Tester & A1532 EVSE Adapter.

Answered on 14th December 2020 by C F Heating & Plumbing LTD

I’d like a Milwaukee cordless pipe cutter. I’ve come close to buying it a few times but worry it won’t live up to expectation

Answered on 14th December 2020 by Lyttle Smart Homes NI

Milwaukee nail guns keep looking at them but just can't justify the cost of getting one but would be great for the house when we get to that stage too.

Answered on 14th December 2020 by R&W Arts

14'' bandsaw so I could make larger boxes. And the room to put it.

Answered on 14th December 2020 by Wonky Box

To be honest the one tool I trying to save for is the dewalt site table saw, it’s not massively expensive but it’s out of reach at this time.

Answered on 14th December 2020 by Jake Matthews Property Development and Management

Hard question, but I’d have to say a tipper. A tipper would be a very valuable new tool to my company to help with loose materials.

Answered on 14th December 2020 by Block Creations

I'd love the origin shaper, but just can't justify it.

Answered on 14th December 2020 by Square One Home Improvements

Fes tool track saw

Answered on 14th December 2020 by wands

I've never owned a table saw.
I know its pretty basic but just never had the opportunity to own one

Answered on 14th December 2020 by SC Electrics

Currently my dream tool would be a dewalt concrete Nailer. Although I know it would make a lot of my jobs a lot easier, the price tag makes it hard to justify.

Answered on 14th December 2020 by Ewelectrics

A thermal inspection camera would be good

Answered on 14th December 2020 by M Brierley Plumbing Limited

Makita plunge saw and rails.

Answered on 14th December 2020 by Sm roofing contractor

A drone for surveys and pictures of finished jobs.

Answered on 14th December 2020 by ATR Plumbing & Heating

Always wanted a 240v makita core drill but could never justify buying it just stuck with the ol’ faithfull Bosch sds

Answered on 14th December 2020 by Dodd Group

For me it would have to be anything in the Milwaukee Pack out kit. The choice in the range is unbelievable.

Answered on 14th December 2020 by Jac Kirkaldie

A record cl4 power lathe i don't need one and have only used my mates one a few times but I really loved using it.

Answered on 14th December 2020 by Mitie (Mobile Electrician)

For me it’s got to be the Dewalt DWST1-81079 radio, as I’m a mobile electrician and I often work alone, would make the time fly by with the music on!

Answered on 14th December 2020 by JPC Plumbing and Heating

Nerrad taped kit

Answered on 14th December 2020 by Roy Millar Plumbing and Heating

I would love A thermal imaging camera just can’t justify the price of them for a decent one

Answered on 14th December 2020 by Jcb

Without doubt mine would be a bandsaw, I do a bit of wood turning and this would make thing so much easier.

Answered on 14th December 2020 by Electrical Medic

It’s got to be the Metabo MFE60 wall chaser with Metabo vacuum cleaner. The combination of chasing entire channels with the auto stop/start of the vacuum cleaner is what my dreams are made of :). Would probably go for the 110v variant.

Answered on 14th December 2020 by P and M Plumbing and Heating

A decent core drill so probably a dewalt one.

Answered on 14th December 2020 by Hatfield Joinery

Milwaukee 18v SDS. Just so much more handy than having to drag a transformer an lead out.
An a 110v power take off dust extractor with enough wattage to go on my 305 mm makita sliding chopsaw.

Answered on 14th December 2020 by dgelectric

i would have to say a wall chaser with good dust extraction to save my hands from the hammer and chisel .

Answered on 14th December 2020 by WSH Electrical

Probably a metabo or dewalt wall chaser with an integrated dust extraction system.

Answered on 14th December 2020 by Hec Contracting Ltd

Always wanted a Makita sds+ hammer drill but not been able to afford anything makita before. Would be best tool for my work

Answered on 14th December 2020 by A L Plumbing & Heating

i would love an 18 volt Makita circular saw to save having to get extension leads out for one floor board

Answered on 14th December 2020 by DAJ

I’d like to change my answer, I’ve just seen the wiha veto tech pac and it looks very nice.

Answered on 14th December 2020 by ABS Electrics

The old style Stanley spring loaded push driver , the one that you pushed to drive a drill bit etc, a true power tool without battery or mains, could never afford one as an apprentice.

Answered on 15th December 2020 by Alltime Plumbing & Heating

My dream tool hasn’t been invented yet but an instant pipe freezer would come close

Answered on 15th December 2020 by Newcom engineering

I’d love to get my hands on a cordless combi power drill set, used friends and work sets but to have my own would be amazing!

Answered on 15th December 2020 by Routley & Lemon

A new van, it’s my most important tool

Answered on 15th December 2020 by M. Cox Electrical

A new van. I’m fed up with always buying secondhand or pre-REG.

Answered on 15th December 2020 by D R Bell Plumbing and Gas

Dewalt core drill

Answered on 15th December 2020 by Norfolk Handyman Services

At the minute it's a Palm Router but fingers crossed for Christmas

Answered on 15th December 2020 by DCS Plumbing & Heating

A thermal imaging camera such as Flir

Answered on 15th December 2020 by AMC Heating Services

Definitely a high end thermal imaging camera. So many uses, but I just can't justify spending that much money!

Answered on 16th December 2020 by PH Electrical And Data

The one tool I’ve always really wanted is a dewalt 18v sds drill

Answered on 16th December 2020 by Purrfect Plumbing & Heating

A router bench

Answered on 18th December 2020 by Shine Electrical (Leeds)

I have been wanting FLiR camera for a long time but for the amount of fault finding / investigation work I do at the moment, I cannot justify the price tag and although once I have it then I could potentially make the costs back, its not a guarantee. Once I have a comfortable profit margin I will have one, one day.

Answered on 19th December 2020 by D. H. Electrical

Ferret wifi camera

Answered on 19th December 2020 by Mato Plumbing and Heating

Tape measure

Answered on 19th December 2020 by Vital Plumbers Ltd

Tape measure

Answered on 19th December 2020 by DW Electrics

A level that matched my old bosses eye, id go level and he would say its not, so i marked my level to match his eye

Answered on 20th December 2020 by G A Turner

Bosch wall scanner for accurately locating pipes, joists wires etc. Not something that's needed every day and hence not easy to justify the few hundred quid for one. Don't want cheaper or lower cost ones as not convinced on the reliability

Answered on 20th December 2020 by N Barker Plumbing Heating and Gas Services

Always wanted a quality thermal imaging camera, I look then tell myself I can’ t warrant the cost at the moment, may be one day.

Answered on 20th December 2020 by JSM Plumbing and Heating services

Always fancied a pipe freezing kit I think it would save a lot of time.

Answered on 20th December 2020 by Dave Howells Plumbing & Heating

A thermal imaging camera

Answered on 6th February 2021 by G.D Bathrooms Plumbing and Heating

Thermal imaging camera for me 2

Answered on 6th February 2021 by Gas

The 10v bosch thermal camera

Answered on 6th February 2021 by D Szul Services

I would love a Makita driver with hover attached

Answered on 6th February 2021 by D P Plumbing And Heating

All the new 40v max range from makita

Answered on 7th February 2021 by B. Burnside property maintenance

Think I'd have to say for a power tool I'd go for a plunge saw (i have batteries and chargers for bosch, DeWalt, Makita or Milwaukee so any of these) up till and including now levels and speed clamps combined with my makita 165mm 18v circular have been my method. For hand tools i could really use 1 of the newer the roofing squares after over 20 years of using the old style with serious maths involved in the set up.

Answered on 9th February 2021 by J R Rayner Plumbing Services

A Paslode nail gun (1st fix)

Don’t need one as a plumber/heating engineer but I’d love one. The few times I have borrowed one of my friend to build a stud wall or whatever I’ve loved it. sad I know

Answered on 9th February 2021 by D Szul Services

Electric stihl saw would be amazing used at work but would love for my own projects at home .

Answered on 10th February 2021 by Brian Leneghan

Fancy the dewalt 18v planner

Answered on 10th February 2021 by DKMProperty

I would love a plunge saw and track.
Also to be cheeky and add another I would have a TIG welder

Answered on 11th February 2021 by H Harrison And Co

Milwaukee gen 3 1/2 impact wrench compact. I have the highest torque 1/2 gun and I love it to pieces but it is a bit heavy and often too large for the space available.


Asked on 12th December 2020 by Briggs Electrical

How do you get involved regarding the tool testing side of things? Very interested to review different tools and products.

Answered on 13th December 2020 by Vital Plumbers Ltd

Get yourself onto file status then you might get invited or send Harry a message once your on gold

Answered on 13th December 2020 by Vital Plumbers Ltd

“Gold status”

Answered on 28th January 2021 by Reid Limited

Gold status I looked into this hope to test out some tools at some point

Answered on 29th January 2021 by Tool Talk

Hey Harry
Once you’ve passed 25 reviews in Tool Talk you’ll qualify for the Tool Talk Testers Club. If you’ve not already then you’ll soon hear from Harrison about how you can get involved.

Answered on 31st January 2021 by D.R Bathrooms

I still have not heard anything about tool testing, I am very interesting in trying out new products and tools

Answered on 1st February 2021 by Tool Talk

For anyone that’s not heard anything yet, we had a transition of systems to manage the process and needed to test the process and ensure it worked correctly so we worked with a small group of Tool Talk Testers during this time.
We’re excited to say everything is now set and ready to go so any members not already contacted will be shortly.


Asked on 11th December 2020 by Tool Talk

What is the one tool in your tool box you couldn't be without and why? Answer this question and be entered to win 1 of 12 prizes in the Tool Talk Christmas Raffle!

Answered on 11th December 2020 by Jcb

Mine is, as I suspect many will be my cordless drill. I can't remember the last time I did a project and didn't use it. Different jobs need different tools but not many with out a drill.

Answered on 11th December 2020 by Wonky Box

Hi have to say my island tool would be the dewalt impact driver, not a day without use long lasting, hasn’t let me down alway by my side.

Answered on 11th December 2020 by MC Ltd

The Hilti impact driver we use it everyday and has never let us down in the 7 years we have owned it.
We wouldn’t be without to

Answered on 11th December 2020 by Get Home Improvements

My dewalt impact driver. It’ works a treat.

Answered on 11th December 2020 by J.C.O Plumbing and Gas

Multi tool it's the most versatile

Answered on 11th December 2020 by Cab

Would have to be my Makita impact driver, plenty if use and never let me down.

Answered on 11th December 2020 by Dewalt

Dewalt impact driver is my goto tool everyday, can't live without it

Answered on 11th December 2020 by BH Property Services

My tool would be my Bosch flexi click drill, great to have different attachments so no need for extra drills.

Answered on 11th December 2020 by Louis Gas & Heating Ltd

My makita impact driver can't live without it.

Answered on 11th December 2020 by DC Gas And Plumbing Ltd

Knipex water pump pliers for me, the best I've used.

Answered on 11th December 2020 by NRG Electrical

Werner ladder bucket
Used on every job, holds all my hand tools
And saves repeatedly going up and down the steps..
And saves repeatedly going up and down the steps..
And saves repeatedly going up and down the steps..
And saves repeatedly going up and down the steps..
And saves repeatedly going up and down the steps..

Answered on 11th December 2020 by A M Building

100% my makita 18v coffee maker. Can’t start a day with this bad boy

Answered on 11th December 2020 by Carpenter

Stanley knife. Cant beat them cant be without them. You eaven need a knife to open most other new tools its the 1st tool out and last tool to be put away

Answered on 11th December 2020 by CED Electrical

As odd as it may sound, a pair of long forceps! The amount of times they've got me out of a jam when fishing small cables (data/alarm) through small holes! Everyone who uses them instantly goes and get themselves a pair too!

Answered on 11th December 2020 by Mitie (Mobile Electrician)

It’s got to be my wiha slim vario pouch, there’s a screwdriver in there for every job and has saved me going back to the van many of times!

Answered on 11th December 2020 by Plumbing heating Drainage services

Mine has to be my wera compact screwdriver you can carry all the bits you need so not lumping around millions of screwdrivers

Answered on 11th December 2020 by ncs

it would have to be a cordless grinder couldn't imagine life without it

Answered on 11th December 2020 by D A Childs Joinery

Mine is my Leatherman Wave multi tool. It lives on my belt and is used countless times a day for allsorts of jobs. A brilliant tool and backed with a 25 year warrenty too.

Answered on 11th December 2020 by Bitz 'n' PC'z Ltd

The Wera Tool Check Plus. Perfect for most tasks and also great for bike repairs and building flat pack furniture!

Answered on 11th December 2020 by Lyttle Smart Homes NI

Mine would have to be my Wiha stubby screwdriver always in my pocket and has pulled me out a few times. Great little product and couldn't live without it now. Do like a sharpie too

Answered on 11th December 2020 by Graphene Gas Solutions

Got to be my small Bahco Adjustable, use it everyday. Always by my side

Answered on 11th December 2020 by Nbudge

It has to be my stanley multi bit rachet and stubby screwdrivers they are awesome.

Answered on 11th December 2020 by Briggs Electrical

Mine would have to be my trusty C.K cable cutters, I use them all day long constantly stripping cable.

Answered on 11th December 2020 by Jake Matthews Property Development and Management

Don’t think I could be without my Makita 18v multi tool. Use it on most jobs, so handy and amazing quality.

Answered on 11th December 2020 by STK Plumbing And Heating

Were screwdrivers with the changeable bits always got them in my pocket always come in handy

Answered on 11th December 2020 by Minty Property Developments

The one tool I couldn’t be without is my testo 510 digital manometer.

This is the key tool to my job. I use is several times a day. Fantastic quality and wouldn’t want to use anything else.

Answered on 11th December 2020 by Vital Plumbers Ltd

Don’t think I could be without my Swiss Army knife

Answered on 11th December 2020 by Penfould Heating & Renewables Ltd

Mine would be my 6" rothenberger wide jaw adjustable, simple but always keep it in your pocket handy for every job

Answered on 11th December 2020 by Block Creations

Got to be my combination Square, use it every day for marking out angles and depths, it's never far away from my hand.

Answered on 11th December 2020 by DSD

Bosch combi drill for me, use it every day and speeds up the day!

Answered on 11th December 2020 by Rotech Electrical Ltd

Anything from my range of Milwaukee kit. Never let's me down

Answered on 11th December 2020 by M. Cox Electrical

Fluke T130 Two-pole Voltage and Continuity Electrical Tester

Answered on 11th December 2020 by A Royal Flush Plumbing

My OX pro claw bar. For such a little thing this tool is like the swiss army knife of my tool box. I can tap in wall plugs through tiles and not break them. Lift tiles. Floor board. It has also opened so many locked doors and boxes as it is small enough but strong enough. My daughter calls ot my magic hammer due to how many jobs or problems i use it for. Wouldnt be without one

Answered on 11th December 2020 by A.S.L Carpentry & Construction Ltd

Got to be my Milwaukee radio, would happily sit on a desert island with it

Answered on 11th December 2020 by Thomas combes

Has to be my makita dab radio!!! The few times I have left it behind on other jobs are the worst. Soul destroying working in silence!

Answered on 11th December 2020 by N Barker Plumbing Heating and Gas Services

7” knipex cobra, handy to keep in your pocket on of the strongest pairs of small grips I’ve ever used

Answered on 11th December 2020 by C F Heating & Plumbing LTD

Monument autocut pipe cutters. Best cutters I’ve used and also reasonably priced.

Answered on 11th December 2020 by Nickthegas

Has to be my Monument Pipe Slice Reliable and cuts brill every time. Brilliant quality. Would need to take some WD40 too though.

Answered on 11th December 2020 by AH Spark

Gotta be the makita dab site radio!! Gives the work day a moment of glimmer with the trusty tunes blasting

Answered on 11th December 2020 by Ryan B

Mine would have to be my dewalt multi tool, just simply helps me out in all sort me of situations , 1 of my best buys and used daily , just make sure u have sharp blades

Answered on 11th December 2020 by QM Heating Ltd

Flue Gas Analyser

Answered on 11th December 2020 by Dodd Group

For me it’s 3.5mm Wiha flat head screwdriver gets used for everything from screwing up anything to chiselling and it’s still not broke

Answered on 11th December 2020 by Mazri Electrical

Milwaukee M18 Fuel Grinder. Works like a horse, And perfect to cut through anything

Answered on 11th December 2020 by JPC Plumbing and Heating

Adjustable spanner’s, use them everyday

Answered on 11th December 2020 by Luxe Windows & Building Ltd

Dewalt impact driver. I’ve got three and they have been great

Answered on 11th December 2020 by CF Electrics

Meter Mede meter tails stripper it’s ideal for making the perfect length of copper showing for terminations and doesn’t score the copper!

Answered on 11th December 2020 by TS Joinery

Hultafors chisel knife. Always saves the day. Takes a beating but keeps on going, best tenner I've spent, alot better than all the lottery tickets!

Answered on 11th December 2020 by HPE Services

My Bacho adjustable spanner. It’s so versatile, saves carrying a lot more spanner’s. fits in tight spaces and open spaces. When all else fails it serves as a hammer to

Answered on 11th December 2020 by Ab Plastering

My tap measure an pencil

Answered on 11th December 2020 by Me

I've got to say it's my bosch multitool one of the best purchases I've done very versatile

Answered on 11th December 2020 by Roy Millar Plumbing and Heating

Would have to be my bacho shifter.

Answered on 11th December 2020 by Dobson Services

My dewalt multi tool as I use it everyday and would be very useful on a desert island

Answered on 11th December 2020 by D Stokes Heating & Plumbing

It Probably has to be my multi tool or combi drill always making my life easier on jobs

Answered on 11th December 2020 by Electrical Medic

My 18v Makita Cordless Bandsaw is awesome. Makes light work of unistrut and conduit. Saves loads of time and blades last well. Highly recommended.

Answered on 11th December 2020 by The Boiler Guys

Proper Stanley craft knife, opens bullet proof packets, cut plasterboard , great for cutting in lock plates to thin doors, cutting sheaving, I always have a few knocking about incase one gets temporarily lost.

Answered on 11th December 2020 by Martyn Smith

My wiha speede. Took a couple of weeks getting used to but I've pretty much dropped using any other drivers and just use the speede with different screwdriver bits in.

Answered on 11th December 2020 by EC Creative Services

JUST ONE?!!!!! Impact driver!!! 887. Pumps fixings in like no tomorrow!! Never far from the hand in a working day

Answered on 11th December 2020 by DAJ

It’s got to be my knife. There are tools that you just cannot live without but they don’t apply to all situations like a knife does.

Answered on 11th December 2020 by Pro-Deck

My pencil!!!

Answered on 12th December 2020 by Gas Patrol

It would have to be my manometer, I use it on nearly every job I go to

Answered on 12th December 2020 by dgelectric

my choice of tool would be my combi drill screwdiver as i use this on muliple applications daily .

Answered on 12th December 2020 by ATR Plumbing & Heating

Would have to be a multi tool very versatile with different attachments

Answered on 12th December 2020 by Smith’s

Only one option really and that would be a Stanley knife it’s the most versatile tool for a desert island

Answered on 12th December 2020 by Ewelectrics

I don’t even care if I’m late for the competition. I use the Bosch 18vGDX impact driver/wrench for everything I do as a sparkle.
(Even ‘torque setting’ terminals)

Answered on 12th December 2020 by CCTV INSTALLATIONS

One tool I’d be Donald ducked without is my cable rods saved me time energy snd itching all day crawling into spaces filled with insulation

Answered on 14th December 2020 by Fitzgerald Electrical & Plumbing Solutions

It’s gotta be my trusty little level! Only 200mm but it’s just right for keeping in your pocket when second fixing to get those switches level

Answered on 14th December 2020 by WSH Electrical

Impact driver without a doubt, even use impact drill bits rather than dig out the multi drill a lot of the time.

Answered on 14th December 2020 by A L Plumbing & Heating

it’s a simple tool monument pipe slice having to use hacksaw would be a massive pain

Answered on 15th December 2020 by R P Constable Plg & Htg

My Rothenberg ratchet rad spanner, for making up and changing rads it’s invaluable, also you can use it with box spanner’s to get at nuts on monoblock taps

Answered on 15th December 2020 by Norfolk Handyman Services

Gotta be my Bosch Professional multi tool as it's got me out of so many problems with its versatility of uses

Answered on 15th December 2020 by AMC Heating Services

My island tool is a small 6 inch rothemberger adjustable spanner. I keep in my trouser pocket and use it every boiler service.

Answered on 16th December 2020 by Purrfect Plumbing & Heating

My Bahco mini socket set with socket, driver and Allen key bits used every day it does so many jobs best thing I have bought worth every penny

Answered on 17th December 2020 by WSH Electrical

My dewalt 18v multi-tool. Probably my favorite power tool in the van, can be used to cut/shape most things.

Answered on 19th December 2020 by D. H. Electrical

My terminal screwdriver it’s in my pocket all the time and use it all day everyday

Answered on 19th December 2020 by Feminine Touch

My dustless sanding system. My lungs and my customers are forever grateful that I have it. Its made by Rupes and contains two different sanders, a systainer and dust extractor. Absolutely brilliant bit of kit.

Answered on 19th December 2020 by Ffs

The Snap-On soft face deadblow hammer, many turn their nose up when they see me use it at work as they think I'm trying to prove something with the expensive branding but you cannot beat it. As a sheet metal worker I do not have to worry about damaging the surface finish with this hammer, if I need to make a calculated technical adjustment I can count on this mallet. Forever borrowed but always sniffled at when not in sight on site.

Answered on 19th December 2020 by Tom Penticost Garden

Felco secateurs mine are getting constant use all-day and it builtin to my muscle memory the there on my belt

Answered on 19th December 2020 by Watson Joinery

Always have to have a cordless drill with me on every job

Answered on 19th December 2020 by R Harris Electrical Services Ltd

1st - Probably mobile phone
2nd - Multifunction tester very essential as a spark

Answered on 19th December 2020 by Tboy

My Hand and without my Hand all tools are of no good ( an out the box thought )

Answered on 20th December 2020 by G A Turner

My mini Stanley 2m tape measure! Brilliant little bit of kit that practically lives in my pocket! Metric markings both sides, small and very handy. Actually I've got about 4 of them dotted around so they're always to hand!

Answered on 20th December 2020 by Independent Workshop

My impact wrench from milwakuee.. with out it I dont think I could get as much work done these days especially with the old hand crankers.

Answered on 20th December 2020 by C Construction

My Stanley carpenters square with level vial, it’s exactly 12” long, had it for over 40 years, still use it daily, once set it gives true 90 & 45 deg lines, prefect for checking the level

Answered on 20th December 2020 by JSM Plumbing and Heating services

Leatherman multitool always in my pocket and comes in handy most days.

Answered on 20th December 2020 by DW Electrics

A small drill/driver, gets abused to save getting a more suitable one out but its a must have

Answered on 20th December 2020 by K And M Installations

I cannot do without my angled makita cordless drill it gets into every tight area with ease and halves my jobs drastically in time

Answered on 20th December 2020 by Dave Howells Plumbing & Heating

Allen key set

Answered on 21st December 2020 by ATR Plumbing & Heating

Definitely my multi tool don’t know how I managed without one lol

Answered on 22nd December 2020 by JPC Plumbing and Heating

My impact driver

Answered on 18th January 2021 by Absolute Plumbing-heating Solutiongs Ltd

My anton sprint anaylers to make sure all installs and services are safe and sound

Answered on 19th January 2021 by DKMProperty

My Makita 18v brushless angle grinder. It makes my welds look better.
If not the grinder it would be my tape measure. Some days all you need is a tape and a pencil.

Answered on 21st January 2021 by RWFcapentry

It would be my tape measure being accurate is the only thing you need to do as a tradesman

Answered on 22nd January 2021 by J R Rayner Plumbing Services

To Many to choose from but if I had to choose one I guess I couldn’t start any project without my tape measure for measuring up/quotations etc.

Answered on 27th February 2021 by Andy Evans

Got to be Bosch impact!


Asked on 10th October 2020 by Tool Talk

What’s the next tool you want to see a weekly / flash deal on?

Answered on 10th October 2020 by J.A PLUMBING

Anything Milwaukee

Answered on 10th October 2020 by Taylor's

Another impact driver and drill set

Answered on 10th October 2020 by Jonathan Dauncey

Milwaukee fuel

Answered on 10th October 2020 by Minty Property Developments

Bosch professional cordless power tools or accessories.
Wera joker spanner’s
Knipex cobra grips
Monument 22mm pipe bender
Monument drain down hose

Take your pick mate.

Answered on 10th October 2020 by EC Creative Services

I’d like to see a flex volt plunge saw DCS520T2 or the new Bosch Pro 18v plunge saw GKT18V-52GC 18V BITURBO
The kits though. So guide rails, batteries etc. Think this would suit a variety of trades

Answered on 10th October 2020 by James Bruton

A variety stuff like batteries drill bits screwbits hand tools mix it up a bit

Answered on 10th October 2020 by N Bowhay

The tado thermostat, as I need a new smarter controller for my own combi boiler.

Answered on 10th October 2020 by A.S.L Carpentry & Construction Ltd

Plunge saw KIT

Milwaukee 2nd fix Gun

Decent sander

Answered on 10th October 2020 by J K Electrical Services

Could do with some Milwaukee batteries and charger

Answered on 10th October 2020 by Moore Heating And Plumbing

Dewalt batteries and drill bits

Answered on 11th October 2020 by JLN

Veto tote

Answered on 11th October 2020 by Carpenter

Stanley saw horses
Blades and drill bits
Makita macpac cases

Answered on 11th October 2020 by Get Home Improvements

More dewalt combi kits

Answered on 13th October 2020 by Marwick’s Electrical

I’m just tool daft so as long as I can afford it I’d probably want it !
But I’d love a mini metalwork lathe

Answered on 14th October 2020 by Ewelectrics

You guys are doing pretty well so war with choices for all trades.
I’d like some decent drill bits or a trade set, caters for every trade and always in demand like my personal favourites:
Bosch self cut wood bits
Milwaukee impact driver bits
Marchrist diamond cutting cores/discs
Bosch or wera for most other similar stuff too

Answered on 15th October 2020 by john swinerd

Screwdriver bits or drill bits spirit level

Answered on 16th October 2020 by Fitzgerald Electrical & Plumbing Solutions

Monument 15 and 22mm pipe bender and extension tubes

Answered on 21st October 2020 by NRG Electrical

Some trend products, anything milwaukee preferably a 18v skilsaw

Answered on 24th October 2020 by DAJ

Batteries, lots of batteries. 5ah preferably.
All the big brands as there is every “tribe” represented here.

Answered on 24th October 2020 by P and M Plumbing and Heating

The knipex wire strippers

Answered on 25th October 2020 by Get Home Improvements

Dewalt tstak cases and inserts

Answered on 29th October 2020 by Marriott Ltd

Some think milwaukee love a good deal


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