King Whack Hack’s Secret Tools for Residential Electricians
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Ready to learn the ‘Whack Hack’ way of working? Watch these TikToks and read about the top tools King Whack Hack (@thebasementking12 on TikTok) uses for two of the most common residential electrical jobs as a master electrician.
The Tools You NEED for Service Calls
In this first video, King Whack Hack is relocating and replacing a single gang metal box. This is probably a job you’ve done a thousand times so I bet you didn’t realize you could be making your job a whole lot easier with a few awesome tools.
I’ll tell you a bit about what makes these so great but watch the TikTok to see how an expert gets the most out of them!
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Staple Shark
For this job, the Staple Shark was the perfect choice for removing the cable staples. Just look at how quickly the staples were removed from the stud with one swift motion and no damage to the cable sheathing.
Croc’s Needle Nose Wire Strippers
Every electrician needs wire strippers, so why not get the ones that do the most for you? With the Croc’s Needle Nose Wire Strippers, you can strip NMSC, cut machine screws, crimp terminal connectors, and more. King Whack Hack makes great use of the sharp cutting blade to slice through wires with ease.
Check Out the Croc's Wire Strippers
Nut Blaster
Say goodbye to sore hands and hello to the Nut Blaster—the tool you never knew you needed but won’t be able to live without. King Whack Hack perfectly demonstrates how this bad boy snaps onto your drill and makes tightening wire nuts a breeze. No more twisting until your wrists cry for mercy—just a few quick spins and you’re done. The Nut Blaster saves you time and, more importantly, saves your hands. Trust us, your future self will thank you.
Double-Ended Impact Bit
Obviously, when you’re doing any kind of electrical work, you’re going to need some driver bits. Rack-A-Tiers Double-Ended Impact Bits have become an industry favorite. Color-coded with whatever bits you need on either end; these are the perfect bits for residential electricians.
Fix Open Splices in Minutes – Not Hours
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Open Splice
You have a couple of options when dealing with open wire splices, but King Wack Hack shows us that the Open Splice Junction Box lets you spend as little time in those hot, stuffy attics as possible.
The Open Splice Junction Box from Rack-A-Tiers is like the secret weapon you never knew you needed. Tired of your wire splices looking like a tangled mess? This little gem keeps your splices easily accessible and code-compliant. Just enclose the wires, seal it shut, and boom—clean, professional, and up to code.
Save Time with Open Splice Junction Box
Extra Tools to Take Your Resi Work to the Next Level
Having the right tools can give you a huge advantage over the competition by helping you produce cleaner work in a fraction of the time. If you really want to put together the ultimate residential toolkit, then check out some of these other genius tools that will completely change the way you work:
Stud Ball
The Stud Ball Magnetic Stud Finder is like having X-ray vision. This tool helps you track down studs with its powerful magnet. No batteries, no drama—slap it on the wall, and it’ll detect the presence of any metal. Plus, it’s so compact that it won’t waste space in your tool bag.
Find Studs Faster with Stud Ball
Cable Chase
If you’re tired of dealing with saggy, chaotic wire runs, the Cable Chase Wire Bracket is your new best friend. This little beauty keeps your wires neat, tidy, and up to code. Say goodbye to spaghetti wiring and hello to wire management that even your pickiest client will appreciate. Quick to install and tough as nails, it’s perfect for residential jobs where you want to impress without breaking a sweat. Grab a few and make your life just that much easier.
Level Up with Cable Chase Wire Bracket
Level Jack
Tired of playing the guessing game when mounting AC boxes? Enter the Level Jack. No more wobbly, crooked boxes that make you look like an amateur. The Level Jack is a self-levelling mud ring that helps you get the perfect install with no level or measuring tape required.
More Electrical Tips & Info!
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