Thumbs up for a tool demonstration without a ton of foul language.

Thanks for teaching me how to use a plunge cut and how the blades can go up or down when doing push or pull cuts.

NOBODY GETS SICK OF WATCHING YOUR VIDEOS!

this was amazing for my carpentry class!!!!!!

Thanks Zach, I couldn't figure out how to install a blade, but you showed me how in very simple steps.!!!

Big thanks for this walk through! I've never used these and not been 100% of their uses. Much appreciated!

@HouseImprovements

7 жыл бұрын

glad you liked it

@LFC-Star

5 жыл бұрын

think of them as a jigsaw and more..

Very nice video. Used my reciprocating saw for many years, and though I knew the shoe tilted I was unaware of it moving in and out . That will be a big help on the blades. As you began your cutting my compliments to the editor for turning down the sound. My finger was on the computer mute button, good news I did not need to mute. It is the little things that make your video a pleasure to watch and learn from.

Taking apart pallets. Took almost hour for 1. Today I got a recip. saw. Today power tools win.

Some things to consider when comparing cord vs. cordless: cords are a pain (obviously) and cordless are much more handy and quick when moving around the job site. However, when the cordless rage hit the tool market several years ago, I joined in as well not thinking about battery life and battery replacement costs. If you're a professional, you may wear out a tool before you need to buy any replacement batteries but I'm just a homeowner who needs a tool for an occasional project. Some of my cordless tools are in great shape but have worthless batteries that won't keep a charge. I just bought a new Dewalt reciprocating saw and...it has a cord. I'd rather deal with the inconvenience of a cord than have a tool with a stack of dead batteries. But again, both have pros and cons but for me, cordless wasn't always the best choice. Thanks again for another great video!

@ScepticPJ

7 жыл бұрын

I too had the problem of batteries that soon became useless. But then a friend told me to buy Li-on battery powered tools and they are terrific. They hold their charge for over a year and seem much more powerful as well although I realise that that may be just newer technology. Cheers

@grizzlycountry1030

4 жыл бұрын

I will go with a corded power tool every time regardless if I'm working around the house or working on a jobsite.

@zebratangozebra

3 жыл бұрын

Been using Ryobi cordless tools for a few years and so far the one battery is still good. But at $90 or something for a new battery it is something to consider.

@SaxJockey

2 жыл бұрын

My corded drill is around 40 years old and still going strong (home use). Now that is cost effective, wouldn't give that up, does what I need (variable speed, reversible, hammer action). Also have a cordless drill for convenience and light work (wood, screwdriver bits). But when it comes masonry and metal, out comes 'Ol Faithful' 😁. I'll probably go for a corded reciprocating saw for reliable, occasional use.

@janetpschwartz8991

2 жыл бұрын

i've also learned that not only do batteries quit holding a charge, but they change the design of them, so that you can't go back later and buy replacements for your old ones; they deliberately WANT you to spend money to buy the brand new (at present) MODEL, UNTIL -THOSE_ QUIT HOLDING A CHARGE. it makes me angry that they are forcing us into buying all new ones, INTENTIONALLY, knowingly. i also have tools that are decades old. i inherited my father's shop when he died. corded will not fail you, nor force you into new purchases you didnt want to make.

I haven't used a sawsall , yet, but feel more confident after having watched this video. Thank you. As for a "reciprocating saw", I'd never heard of one, Lol. Now I know. I would have watched this video sooner had I known this is what it was. OK, so I'm just a house wife. I'm learning : ) - Thanks.

Thank you. It was helpful to see the plunge cut and straight cut in real time.

The instructions were professional and enjoyable. I learned a few things! Thanks!

Great tip about extending the shoe to use more of the blade!

I purchase one a short while ago, and they are absolutely a life saver. Great video:)

I've been using my new Bosch RS325 120-Volt 12-Amp Reciprocating Saw for cutting up stumps and removing large roots. Your video was helpful as I move to other purposes (especially the plunge cut). Great tutorial - THANKS!

thanks for these videos! my wife recently twisted my arm to install a dishwasher and my reciprocating saw chopped through the whole mess of cabinets, nails and all, so I could do the job.

@HouseImprovements

7 жыл бұрын

nice!

It’s five years old video but still helpful to beginners👍👍👍

I just brought one to do remodeling at my home! Thanks for the tips!

Shannon you're the man seriously

@HouseImprovements

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks William

Thank you Zack! I learned how to use recip saw!

Everything ya need to know right here folks. Great instructional video Shannon

Excellent video, many thanks. Regards from the UK.

Very good explanations. Very informative. Thank you , Jose from Melbourne Australia

thank you really helpful. and as a new home owner im not bored of your videos.

@HouseImprovements

7 жыл бұрын

great to hear

Good video. Thanks. Bought a DeWalt 305PK today and looking forward to trying it out. Malcolm UK

Thanks very much I’ve never used one I didn’t know how to put in a blade and saw what I need to this video was very very helpful to me 💯💯💯

Appreciate the video. Very helpful on how to properly use the saw. Thanks!!

Thank you! Wondered how to attempt a plunge cut.

Excellent Information 🙏🏼👌 Thank You!

thnx a lot for your time

extremely well presented

You did a great job as always.

@HouseImprovements

7 жыл бұрын

thanks

Thank you so much, this video is going to help me alot on how to use my reciprocat saw..🙂

Tip: With metal blades through metal, go really slow. The heat is what ruins the teeth. If you go slow, blades last a lot longer. Also, there are some cool features these days like "auto stop". When the blade finishes cutting through a material it will stop so you don't accidentally stab yourself in the eye or something.

@HouseImprovements

7 жыл бұрын

never seen auto stop,interesting. BTW never cut towards your face...LOL

Great video. Thanks for posting!

@HouseImprovements

7 жыл бұрын

thank you

My Son In Law gave me his old Milwaukee one and I used it to cut a small tree growing in my Bridal Wreath Bush and cut it like a hot knife through butter.

Great video!!! Actually learned something. Thanks!!

@HouseImprovements

7 жыл бұрын

great to hear

Very Nice & Helpful Tutorial.👍👌

nice demonstration

Thank you. Ordering one now.

@CAR-mm8nu

Жыл бұрын

Update: Picked up a Black & Decker cordless off Amazon. It made my project somewhat of a breeze. And I say somewhat because it could only cut and not help me carry things. LOL. But really. This video is what helped me make my decision and helped me to do everything safely, so thank you very much Sir.

Nice job as usual Shannon !

@HouseImprovements

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks

good tips Shannon

Thanks mate for the video

Hey...Just want to wish you a Merry Christmas and all the best in 2017! Thanks for all the great videos.

@HouseImprovements

7 жыл бұрын

Hey thank you very much, merry Christmas to to you as well.

Great video thanks 😎

Thanks. Helps.

Single grandma … the reciprocating saw simplifies some yard work tasks but couldn’t get my blade to lock… thanks!!

@lcotee

23 күн бұрын

Same here. I'm a great 👵 grandma

Very nice video, Thanks

Thanks for the info Shannon :-) Merry Christmas to you all.

@HouseImprovements

7 жыл бұрын

Merry Christmas to you as well

Very interesting and helpful. Thanks

@HouseImprovements

7 жыл бұрын

great

I agree, one of my favorite tools for remodeling, next is my oscillating saw

@HouseImprovements

7 жыл бұрын

yes those both are very useful.

@Mikej1592

7 жыл бұрын

removing a difficult soffet in a kitchen remodel was made super easy with my Oscillating saw, able to reach up in there and cut the nails that otherwise would have made it impossible to remove. Well, impossible to remove without also removing half the ceiling. They used full sized timbers in there. 9 inch soffet made with friggin 2x8's that thing was seriously strong.

Thanks!

I was cutting rebar with my battery powered yellow recip saw after setting it in concrete. For some reason it just didn't have the power to do the repetitive cuts that I needed it to do. I ended up buying a corded recip saw. My corded green recip saw was the goto for real work from then on. You probably have newer battery operated saws, and more batteries on hand, than I do.

@HouseImprovements

7 жыл бұрын

Some of the earlier models were a little weak.

Don't mess with the blade without the trigger lock on or battery removed ;) =) Thanks for the video!

Thank you! Subscribed!

@HouseImprovements

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the sub!

I've not seen one of those more compact models. I really like that one. I've got both the corded Dewalt like you and the corded Sawzall as well as a battery operated dewalt. I do like the Milwaukee the best. If you're digging out stumps, the corded version is definitely the way to go. Some great tips here I didn't know.

@Crappie_Hunter_Seeker

7 жыл бұрын

How do you use this on stumps? I have a couple I could use it on.

@HouseImprovements

7 жыл бұрын

Get a long blade on there and start cutting down into the ground. Effective on smaller stumps

@Crappie_Hunter_Seeker

7 жыл бұрын

Thank you !

@FishFind3000

7 жыл бұрын

christschool I enjoy not having to deal with the cord getting wrapped at my feet and having to watch for it. Cordless is the way to go. I've got the milwaukee 7-1/4 circ saw and it's a beast. That and the 9.0 battery. Home Depot has a great kit called the 9.0 starter kit and you get the bare tool rapid charger and 9.0 bat for 250$ usd. They only have it for the sawzall and circ saw.

@christschool

7 жыл бұрын

I dig a perimeter around the stump until the roots are exposed and then use the saw to cut off the roots lifting the stump out. Then, I continue to dig my hole and as the roots get more exposed, I use the saw to cut them out. I don't worry about the blades going into the dirt, just switch out the blades as I need to. Surprisingly, its pretty easy with smaller trees and brush. I wouldn't do a large oak with one of these, though you could. I'm one of those rare individuals that actually like doing this type of work ;-). If you dig enough holes, there is actually a very good method you'll develop and rhythm to it that provides you with really good exercise as well as the feeling you're actually accomplishing something most people don't want to do. Post holes though with roots are another issue and I don't enjoy those whatsoever. I'd also recommend the Fiskers all steel shovel. It's heavy but great for digging large holes. It's a beast.

I bought a Galax to cut decking planks. It jumped all over the place and kept stopping. Any advice please for this and hardwood......Great video.............John UK

Nice video.

I was cutting up wooden posts and pallets but found the jigsaw just wouldn't cut it.. (pun intended) so bought a recipricating saw and it was awesome.. bought a Matika 240v (UK) 1100watt saw. I made short work of it all.. bought BOSCH blades too..

Thanks for the video. Learnt some things. Didn't mention bi-metal blades. How did you get such a straight cut on 2×4 ? Thanks again.

@HouseImprovements

7 жыл бұрын

thanks for watching

thank you ...

@HouseImprovements

7 жыл бұрын

you are welcome

do you jave to use xr batteries with the dewalt compact resp saw

Thanks.

@bonniehafeman9757

Жыл бұрын

So appreciate your help.

@bonniehafeman9757

Жыл бұрын

Beautiful tutorial. Thanks.

I’m new to the reciprocating saws and I seem to bend a lot of blades. What am I doing wrong and are bent blades still useable?

How many different kitchens did you get those cabinets installed on the wall from? I like how you repurposed the door as a countertop. Your video was very informative. I just purchased a 5-pcs Dewalt set that included a reciprocating saw which I've never used before but I might actually use in at least once within the next five years. LOL

@HouseImprovements

7 жыл бұрын

I have a real mish mash of cabinets in the shop

just bought the smaller cordless dewalt saw.... very good but of kit

I'd be curious to see a comparison between a reciprocating saw and a jig saw (or a sabre saw).

Good video as usual, Shannon. I use my reciprocating saw in making fine wooden furniture, which probably explains why business is so slow. ;)

@HouseImprovements

7 жыл бұрын

lol! ya that would be not the best tool choice.

Zach - I need to use mine for GARDENING - particularly cutting down grasses at the end of the year. What kind of blade do I need?? I know it needs to be a long blade, but - small teeth??

@HouseImprovements

3 жыл бұрын

Not sure how well these would work on grass.

I use it to cut the leaf of date palm tree it was very useful

You forgot to mention the other accessories that you can get for it..like the scraper, scrub brush, etc. Very useful for more than just cutting! Great video though! Thanks!

@HouseImprovements

7 жыл бұрын

true enough

@vinceking7878

6 жыл бұрын

Wouldn't that introduce side pressure?

Great information. How do you feel about cordless Circular saw's or Skil saw's

@HouseImprovements

6 жыл бұрын

Never use my corded saw anymore. Milwaukee is my choice

It's an Eubauer corded R S. It's really good BTW

Thanks for another good one! I haven't used one yet but I am looking for one for an upcoming renovation project. Perhaps you can help me with the following questions: - How to select the length of the blade? - How to select the speed? - I see that you are using pull cut blades only. Are there any push cut blades available, similar to my jig saw? Or is that a no go area? - I am an amateur user, hence I don't need a professional device that will be used 5 days a week all year long. I'll probably use it for two or three days and then it will get boxed for the rest of the year. Are there any brands to avoid? Brands you recommend, other than the yellow brand?

@HouseImprovements

7 жыл бұрын

blade length is generally based on the cutting situation you have I use 6" blades 75% of the time but some longer ones are useful also. Most times full speed is what you will use but slower speeds cutting metal helps reduce heat build up and extends glad life. Pull only, a push cut would make it "buck" like crazy and tough to hold on to and control For cordless I would go with whatever brand you already have batteries for, you can buy just the bare tool very cheap. For corded most major brands have a lower end saw available as well. As far as ones to avoid , I can not really say, yellow and red are all I have owned.

@revastephens1982

7 жыл бұрын

HouseImprovements - Can you explain the difference between a "pull blade" and a "push blade". I sure would hate to get ahold of the one that "bucks". Thank you.

@borthewolf3376

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the answers, they are really helpful.

@borthewolf3376

7 жыл бұрын

@Reva Stephens: A jig saw usually has a pull cut blade. This type of blade cuts while it is pulled towards the machine. In the process it also pulls the machine's foot against the material. This is the safest option. However, the top of the board often has tear out. In some cases you rather have the tear out on the bottom of the board. That is where you use a push cut blade. The problem is that you need to push hard on the jig saw because the blade wants to push the machine away from the board. From the answer Shannon gave me, I take that a reciprocating saw has too much power and the blade is too long to safely use a push cut blade (should it exist at all).

@revastephens1982

7 жыл бұрын

Bor the Wolf - Sounds like I'm in good shape. I can always compare to the action of a jig saw just to be sure. Thank you for detailed response. Much appreciated.

Could you show how to cut a straight edge through ABS?

i have questions about the 12 volt vs 20 volt batteries. for instance, i assume using a 12 v battery in a tool designed for 20 v will give a weak, non robust performance. or does the battery just wear out and need recharging sooner? would putting a 20v battery on a 12 v tool burn out the motor? do they make saws where you can use either 12v or 20 v, depending on how tough the job is? i have cordless drills that i keep 2 batteries for, one in use, the other on the charger, so i can swap out batteries if the one in use runs down. i wonder this same question about my drill batteries, but it applies to all cordless tools.

@HouseImprovements

2 жыл бұрын

I cant say for sure but there would be draw backs to using batteries that do not provide the correct voltage other than what the tool is designed for . Performance and excess wear on the tool would factor in for most items. There are some items without motors that I know of in the Milwaukee line that can accept different voltage batteries lie some radios and lights .At this point I do not know of a tool line that has interchangeable battery types for tools like drills and saws that have motors.

What am l doing wrong to make the blade tip appear curved at the tip after sawing. Trying to remove an old window sill.

Wonder if this could be used to cut ceramic tile? What type blade should I try? I only have a few tiles and don't want to rent a wet saw.

@HouseImprovements

7 жыл бұрын

no it can't. There are blades for cleaning out grout lines but not for cutting.

Just bought a reciprocal saw..when cutting tree branches..is it correct to use the saw in a back and forth motion.yy.

@HouseImprovements

2 жыл бұрын

Place the shoe of the saw against the branch and cut. You can rock the saw a bit if you want to.

Is your table bolted to the floor, I tried using horse saw and reciprocating saw, but when I started, it was shaking, any solution for it ? thanks

@HouseImprovements

5 жыл бұрын

Clamp the wood to the saw horses and use two hands on the recip. saw. It takes some time to get used to controlling it.

second question: do they make a second handle, that can go around the forward hand grip? it seems the makers always assume male hands will be gripping the forward handle, but female hands arent ususally big enough to get all the way around that grip!!! not all of us have a guy around to take over!. i know it's designed to let you cut in, close, practically flush, but what would be good to make an auxiliary grip? for smaller hands to hold the forward part?

@HouseImprovements

2 жыл бұрын

That is a very interesting point, I don't know of any reciprocating saws with a second handle but you should maybe patent that idea!

Hi I make wood signs, wood this work? I have the the Milwaukee brand

great video could you use a recip saw to do intricate cuts like you would do with a scroll saw

@HouseImprovements

5 жыл бұрын

never. A recip. saw is more of a rough cut saw for sure

Can you resaw with this tool ?

I think I need a battery recip saw, my corded one is quite heavy! Its a little old but poweful. Would be nice to have one that is easier to handle for a wider range of tasks...

@HouseImprovements

7 жыл бұрын

they are really well made now.

Does it cut into bone and cement 🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺

Can you use a saw saw to cut the nails in a electric ceramic gang box? Box is broken and want to change gang box because screw holes broken on old ceramic box. Box is definitely not metal or plastic. Old 1962 home. Then I will put newlocking plastic type gang box.

Want..need..hmmm😎👍

You help me alot .could I make round cut.

@HouseImprovements

2 ай бұрын

Yes you can. If you need more precise round cuts a jig saw is likely a better choice.

Just wondering if you need to oil the saw in some way ?

@HouseImprovements

Жыл бұрын

no oil needed

good afternoon I like your video. I could make a video cutting a truck tire those radial ones that have steel wires

it seems to me that recip saws are not suitable to cut curves, but jigsaws are? why is that so? i have one of each but no one has taught me how to use the jigsaw. they seem similar to me but designed for different purposes. can you explain?

@HouseImprovements

2 жыл бұрын

Both saws can cut circles but jig saws are easier to control and usually will do a nicer job. For the most part recip. saws are designed with demolition in mind 1st ly and jig saws are meant more for finer work.

Can it be used like a jigsaw,, good afternoon

@HouseImprovements

Жыл бұрын

The two are similar but a reciprocating saw is not made for fine work really, but it may do in a pinch.

@latoyawilliams5729

Жыл бұрын

Ok thank you,, good morning 🌞

Yes yes good matériel olwez lik lik

Can you do a video on cutting studs with sawzalls I've heard that if you cut them on a sharp angle it won't pitch the blade and bind up. I see this as bs since if it's going to close on you why shouldn't it happen cutting on a angle vs horizontally though it. You don't have to do a vid if you already know the answer.

@HouseImprovements

7 жыл бұрын

hmm, that may work I suppose ?

@FishFind3000

7 жыл бұрын

HouseImprovements idk it might just be a myth. Might a fun quick video?

@slavek033

4 жыл бұрын

FishFind3000 it’s not a myth, it works

It's not 16 " between studs,,14 and and a half,for 16 on center.You said the compact saw would fit in between.I figured you just misspoke.love your vids.

@HouseImprovements

7 жыл бұрын

I actually said it is less then 16 inches so it can fit in walls easier.

Great video but I think that some of these techniques could go pear shaped if your not careful

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I was told this was a good power saw to try using first... Never used any power tools before

Have you done a show with proper bland use for the : DEWALT DCS355D1 20-Volt MAX XR(TM) Li-Ion Oscillating Multi-Tool Kit The blades seem to go dull really quick can you recommend ideas or blades?

@HouseImprovements

7 жыл бұрын

we have no video on oscillating saws yet. May be cheap blades?

@MaxGoddur

7 жыл бұрын

HouseImprovements So far have tried blades from Dewalt, the wood blades or metal blades for that matter tend to dull after couple of uses. Wondering if they gave any thought to pre-testing and reviewing the blades or if I am just getting defective blades?