John Carroll

John Carroll, author of Working Alone, is a builder who lives and works in Durham, N.C.

Jag Masonry Clamps

by John Carroll

John Carroll reviews Bon Tools' versatile upgrade to a mason's line blocks.
Versatile Cordless Drill for Tight Spaces

by John Carroll

John Carroll reviews the Festool CXS 18 Compact Drill
Is it a Toolbox or Step Stool? It's Both

by John Carroll

John Carroll finds that DeWalt’s unique storage step stool is a good fit for the way he works.
A Portable Drill Press Alternative

by John Carroll

John Carroll tests Rockler's portable drill guide to see how well it delivers on its promise to bring drill-press precision to the jobsite.
Framing an Octagonal Roof

by John Carroll

Here's John Carroll's step-by-step guide to framing roofs for octagonal gazebos and other eight-sided structures.