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Milwaukee’s latest cordless demolition hammer promises more punch than an 18-pound corded model. BRUNT is putting $1 million worth of work boots toward the next generation of tradespeople. And DEWALT’s drilling robot just earned a spot on TIME’s Best Inventions of 2026 list.
Plus, get a head start on next year at Housecall Pro’s free Winter Virtual Summit on Dec. 10, covering what could change for your business in 2027.
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Milwaukee’s new demo hammer cuts the cord >
Milwaukee Tool unveiled an M18 FUEL demolition hammer it says hits harder than an 18-lb corded model. We’re talking 11.4 ft-lbs of impact energy and over 1/3 ton of material chipped away on a single 12Ah battery. Add vibration control, tool tracking, and wireless dust-extractor activation, and you’ve got serious power.
BRUNT’s giving away $1M in boots to future Pros >
Trade school students could be getting some fresh kicks in 2027. BRUNT Workwear is committing $1 million worth of work boots to students at trade schools across the country. Schools can apply starting January 1, 2027, with some programs receiving boots throughout the year.
BRUNT says it’s donated about 25,000 pairs since 2020, with a goal of 100,000 by 2030. Know a trade school that could use this? Pass it along.
DEWALT’s concrete-drilling robot made TIME’s Best Inventions list >
Meet DALE. It drills concrete, doesn’t need coffee breaks, and just landed on TIME’s Best Inventions of 2026 list. Built by DEWALT and August Robotics, the autonomous drilling robot is designed for big jobs like data center construction.
DEWALT says it can drill up to 10x faster than traditional methods and has already drilled 385,000+ holes with 99%+ accuracy.
2027 is coming. Get ahead of it. >
Higher costs? New rules? Insurance payout changes? Hear what could change for your business next year, and what to do about it.
On Dec. 10, industry experts and working Pros talk shop at Housecall Pro’s free Winter Virtual Summit. Leave with a 2027 planning checklist for your next moves.
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Semper Fi, service dogs, and a Yorkie named Esmé >
For Marine Corps veteran Sean Clawson, running an HVAC business means more than keeping homes comfortable. It’s another way to serve.
“I have friends living with PTSD—and I’ve lost friends who suffered in silence. I just want to help my fellow veterans, and the best way that I know how to is to give my support to service dog organizations,” Sean says.
He’s putting those words to work through Working Dog Heating and Air, his HVAC business in Easley, SC. The company donates to organizations that train service dogs for veterans with PTSD.
“I know firsthand how much a dog can help anyone, especially veterans, get through difficult times, which is also why my Yorkie is the face of my company.”
Learn more about Working Dog’s mission >
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- Carhartt > Join their Groundbreakers Loyalty program to score free shipping.
- Lowe’s > Save $150 on a DEWALT 5-Tool Brushless Power Tool Combo Kit (batteries and charger Included).
- Home Depot > Buy an M18 FUEL Brushless Cordless Compact Impact Wrench and get a free M18 battery.Â
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Recs
3 picks worth the click
- 99¢ for a bucket you didn’t know you needed > Harbor Freight’s new mini bucket is perfect for screws, nails, or whatever’s rattling around your truck. Comes with a lid, too. Do you need one? Maybe not. Will you leave with six? Probably.
- Built by veterans. Brewed for early starts > For the 6 a.m. service call or the third job of the day, a good cup of joe goes a long way. Founded by a former Green Beret, Black Rifle Coffee Company serves up bold brews while giving back to vets.
- $2,500 for future Pros > SupplyHouse is giving 30 students $2,500 each toward trade school. Know someone learning the ropes? Send this their way. Ends Nov. 10.
Job size snapshot
How are tickets trending in the trades? Watch this spot for how average job sizes compare to last year—what’s up, what’s down, and where the money’s moving.
- Carpet Cleaning: 6%
- Electrical: 4%
- Garage: 1%
- General Contractor: 3%
- Handyman: 1%
- Home Cleaning: 7%
- HVAC: 6%
- Landscaping & Lawn: 1%
- Plumbing: 5%
- Other: 7%
This chart tracks average revenue per job across key trades using data from Housecall Pro businesses. We compare the past 28 days to the same period last year to spot trends in job size. Data includes all payment types (credit card, ACH, loans, cash, etc.), excluding service agreements.
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