Any DIY homeowner worth their salt will have a set of power tools that they use on a regular basis. Whether you use these tools to engage in home renovations, or have them to keep your premises clean and tidy, these tools work toward making your project quick and efficient. However, due to their intense usage, power tools require regular maintenance to ensure they remain in optimum condition. Not providing the proper care and maintenance will make them easily susceptible to wear and tear and significantly shorten their life span. Here are some maintenance tips for various power tools.

Care and maintenance for electric hand drills

Hand drills tend to be the most overworked power tools due to their myriad of applications. Not only do they function toward drilling holes, but different attachments enable you to use it for sanding surfaces, polishing areas an even grinding. The first thing to do is ensure that the drill bits are sharpened frequently. This will decrease the chances of them becoming damaged while in use. Additionally, when not using the drill bit, they should be taken out of the hand drill and stored in a clean and dry environment. When using your electric hand drill for extended period, occasionally stop to give it some time to cool down, thus avoiding the occurrence of overheating. Once you have finished using the drill, check the airways, fan and motor for any debris and clean it out to avoid clogging. Lastly, any metal parts on the electric hand drill should be occasionally oiled to avoid rusting.

Care and maintenance for jig saws

Jig saws, also referred to as saber saws, are typically used when cutting tight corners and other hard to reach areas. Although commonly used to saw through wood, it can also be used to cut through drywall, asphalt, metal, leather and more. One of the biggest concerns when it comes to improper use of your jig saw is overheating. Before you being using the saw, ensure it has reached its maximum speed before being applied to the material it is cutting. In addition, always adjust the power of the jig saw in relation to the material that you are cutting. For instance, softer materials will require slower speeds than harder items. It is pertinent to ensure that the blades of your jig saw are sharpened on a regular basis. Dull blades will cause your power tool to overwork itself, hence leading to overheating. Dull blades can also cause the saw to rattle and shake while it is in use and this increases the chances of the blades breaking or jamming.