Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and that means Black Friday is, too. But these past years for significant retailers, Black Friday has been one long mega-sale loaded with amazing deals and discounts, both online and in-store, rather than one giant in-store sale for a day.
Managing construction projects is not an easy feat– making a construction schedule, watching over the crew, and worrying about the actual project. And neither is working in one. With all the concrete work and heavy lifting, construction work is very taxing.
It’s the season to take a break from working in project management for construction. And with knockout deals for new tools and equipment, now is the perfect time to do some holiday shopping. This Black Friday, check out all the best deals for an excellent gift for a fellow contractor or construction worker, or maybe a little treat for yourself.
The Home Depot
The Home Depot is a giant in the construction and home improvement industry. As a treat to their customers, they started their Black Friday sale quite early this year and will end long after the holiday– from November 6 and will cruise through until December 2.
1.$199 Ryobi 18-volt One Plus lithium-ion cordless 6-tool combo kit
If you’re thinking about buying someone a power tool set or maybe just looking to upgrade yours, this 6-tool Ryobi set is one to consider.
The set includes:
● A P506 circular saw;
● A JobPlus P340 multitool that’s compatible with other brands;
● A ½-inch chuck drill/driver that has a magnetic tray, adjustable swivel neck, over-molded rubber grip, and LED lighting;
● A P504 reciprocating saw;
● A P236 impact driver with a textured handle, a triple-beam LED system, and can deliver up to 1,600 inch-pound of torque; and
● A P704 incandescent work light.
The set also comes with one P117 charger and two P107 1.5Ah Li-ion batteries.
Buy this combo kit for just $199 and save $100, compared to buying it at the original price.
2. $99 Ridgid 6.5-amp Corded 7-inch Table Top Wet Tile Saw
Know someone whose contracting business is starting to boom? Is that someone you? You can get this Rigid wet tile saw for just $99 and save $120, helping your wallet as well as the business.
This Rigid wet tile saw carries a 6.5-amp motor and has an effective anti-splash system that keeps the workspace completely dry. Plus, it features detachable table support that’s strong enough to allow the user to rip cut up to 24 inches with the added table support.
Northern Tool
Northern Tool is known for its high-quality tools and equipment without digging a hole in your pocket. Even though they offer great deals year-round, Black Friday is the season they truly shine. Get the latest construction tools from November 10 to November 27 at lower-than-usual prices.
1. $14.99 Milwaukee 15-piece Shockwave Impact Duty Titanium Drill Bit Set
If you already have the drill or know someone who does, this drill bit set is the perfect gift when it’s time to replace the old ones.
These Shockwave bits are engineered for drills to take on impacts and are coated with titanium that triples its lifespan compared to black oxide. The Impact Duty titanium drill bits with Red Helix are designed with a Variable Helix with a 35-degree helix angle and ends at 15 degrees. They also stay sharper than usual because it provides rapid chip removal that limits heat buildup. Plus, the 135-degree split point tip allows you to make accurate holes with a precision start and prevent walking.
The set comes in a plastic case and includes:
● two 1/16-inch Shockwave titanium drill bits;
● one 5/64in-inch Shockwave titanium drill bit;
● one 3/32in-inch Shockwave titanium drill bit;
● two 7/64in-inch Shockwave titanium drill bits;
● two 1/8in-inch Shockwave titanium drill bits;
● one 9/64in-inch Shockwave titanium drill bit;
● one 5/32in-inch Shockwave titanium drill bit;
● two 3/16in-inch Shockwave titanium drill bits;
● one 7/32in-inch Shockwave titanium drill bit;
● one 1/4in-inch Shockwave titanium drill bit;
● one 5/16in-inch Shockwave titanium drill bit; and
● one 3/8in-inch Shockwave titanium drill bit.
If you order one set today, you can get it for $14.99 and save $30.
2. Milwaukee Packout Large Toolbox
During the holiday season, contractors and construction workers are bound to receive plenty of tools as gifts. So, instead of gifting actual tools, why not give your fellow construction workers a toolbox? They would most likely highly appreciate having storage to put all the additional ones they received this year. And Milwaukee’s Packout large toolbox is the perfect one to give because it’s spacious, versatile, and doesn’t hurt the wallet.
Designed for the professional tradesperson, this heavy-duty Packout toolbox allows the user to interchange and interlock a varied assortment of Packout toolboxes, storage toes, and organizers in however way they please.
Constructed with impact-resistant polymers and metal reinforced corners, this toolbox can carry up to 100 pounds of weight. In addition to that, the IP65-rated weather seal makes it durable enough to handle harsh conditions and keep out construction debris and rain on job sites.
3. Ironton 5-piece Combination Pliers Set
Sometimes the simplest ideas make the best gifts. If you still don’t have the budget to buy power tools, you can still fill up your set (or someone else’s) with this Ironton pliers set.
The pliers in this 5-piece set are made of drop-forged heat-treated steel and have double-dipped, insulated cushion-grip handles that make holding feel secure. The set includes:
● A 6-inch diagonal cutters
● A 10-inch groove joint pliers;
● A 7-inch linesman pliers;
● A 6-inch long nose pliers; and
● A 6-inch slip-joint pliers.
Compared to its regular $27 price, you can save $8 when you purchase a set today.
Lowe’s
For over 60 years, Lowe’s has been a trusted retailer for home improvement and construction, carrying some of the best brands like Bosch, Dewalt, and Craftsman. With deep discounts on handyman tools, you can snag some online or wait for their doors to open on November 27 at 6 am.
1.”Buy one, get one” deals
This arguably the ultimate deal. Lowe’s is giving away a free gift with every purchase of select power tools from Dewalt, Kobalt, Craftsman, and Metabo HTP. For example, with a single purchase of DEWALT XR 2-Tool 20-Volt Max Brushless Power Tool Combo Kit with Soft Case, you can choose among 12 freebies DEWALT XR 20-Volt Brushless Cordless Sheet Sander or a DEWALT XR 20-Volt Max Variable Speed Brushless Drive Cordless Impact Wrench.
Check out the full list of the buy one, get one deals here.
2. $549 DEWALT 10-Tool 20-Volt Power Tool Combo Kit with Soft Case
This Dewalt power tool combo kit is the ultimate set for drilling, cutting, and fastening. The kit includes:
● A two-speed (0-450 and 1,500 rpm) DCD771 drill/driver;
● A DCF885 impact driver that has one-handed loading for the ¼-inch hex chuck, which accepts 1-inch bit tips;
● A DCE100B blower with a max airflow of 100CFM;
● A DCL040 flashlight with LED output of 110 lumens;
● A DCR006 Bluetooth speaker;
● A DCS355 oscillating tool that allows easy and quick attachment changes wrench-free;
● A DCG412 grinder with an 8,000 rpm motor;
● A DCS393 circular saw with a 6 ½ -inch carbide blade;
● A DCS381 reciprocating saw with a keyless blade clamp for safe and quick blade changes;
● A DCV517 wet/dry vacuum that traps 99.97% of dust at 0.3 microns with a Gore HEPA wet/dry filter; and
● Two batteries and a charger.
If you buy this set before November 25, you’ll save $300. That’s 35% off!
3. $399 Kobalt XTR 5-Tool 24-Volt Max Brushless Power Tool Combo Kit with Hard Case
In the water- and rust-resistant hard rolling case, you’ll find:
● A hammer drill driver with a brushless motor that gives up to 1,200 inch-pounds of torque;
● An impact driver with a brushless motor that gives to 2,400 inch-pounds of torque;
● A circular saw with a brushless motor that provides 5,500-RPM;
● A reciprocating saw with a brushless motor that gives up to 3,100-SPM; and
● An LED work light with 700 lumens.
Along with the tools, the tool set also comes with a charger, 2.0Ah battery, 4.0Ah Ultimate Output battery, a double-sided (PH2 and SL6) bit, a PH2 bit, two belt clips, and an auxiliary handle.
Save $50 when you buy this Kobalt 5-tool power toolset.
The season to give
Black Friday is part of the holiday season, which means it’s the time to give rather than receive. Although it may be tempting to take advantage of all the good deals to stock up or refresh your own toolset, you might want to take this time to do some shopping for your fellow workers in the construction industry.
But if you know someone struggling to think of gift ideas, share this with them and maybe give them a little hint of what you like. You can also share this on your social media to let people know about great Black Friday deals on new tools and equipment– you never know whose set could use a bit of sprucing up.
