Carpentry has a never ending list of power tools. 

The vast majority have a specific function, to complete a specific task.

In a recent conversation over a track saw, I was asked the importance of the tool, in regard to the operations of my business. 

And truthfully… I don’t need it.

The specific task that a track saw brings is limited to just making sure an absolutely straight cut is achieved. In one shot. Without relying too heavily on skill. Taking the pressure off of a mistake. 

But this can be done as easily with a circular saw. With a few extra steps, including a straight edge, producing the same results.

The conversation then turned from one of convenience, to one of needs. And if my circular saw was to ever stop working, then I would be in a world of problems.

Which is why I am giving you all a list of my…

8 Most Important Everyday Power Tools

Depending on the floor above, you can remove one or two joist at a time. It is best to lean toward one joist, but with the hardwood floors tying the subfloor together, I am given the opportunity to remove two joist.

The removal process, involves a circular saw ripping down the length twice. This does not need to be pretty. The goal is to create a wide gap, to release pressure created between the bottom and top of the joist.