The Electrician’s Gift Guide – 5 Gadgets We Actually Recommend
When it comes to buying gifts for electricians or other tradespeople, the options can feel endless—and not all of them are worth the hype. Whether you're shopping for a professional electrician, a tradesperson in training, or just someone who loves a hands-on project, we've compiled a list of practical tools and devices we at Eighty Eight Electric actually use and recommend.
Here’s our curated list of electrical gifts that combine function, innovation, and durability.
1. Klein Insulated Screwdriver Set
A staple in the electricians toolbelt, a set of insulated screwdrivers reduce the risk of electric shocks.
Why we like it: Besides the obvious safety benefits, the Klein brand makes high-quality, reliable products, making for a long lasting gift.
Buy it:
https://www.kleintools.com/catalog/insulated-hand-tools-and-hand-tools-sets
2. Featherlite Ladders
A must-have for any hands-on professional. Featherlite’s line of ladders are made of strong, lightweight aluminum making them easy to carry and handle. Built here in Canada they are a constant feature on our job sites.
Why we like it: The lighter ladder cuts down on fatigue on long jobs. But they also allow easier control of the ladder, helping avoid nicks and scrapes on walls, windows or people.
Buy it:
https://featherliteladders.com/category/stepladders/?filter=1
3. DEWALT Laser Level
This is a pricier gift for the tradesperson in your family. The DEWALT 3-Beam Line Laser lets you project a perfectly level beam up to 50 feet. This makes it perfect for drilling and running electrical lines at the same height throughout a build.
Why we like it: Enables much more accurate work and comes with DEWALT’s usual quality and reliability.
Buy it:
https://www.dewalt.ca/product/dw089k/3-beam-line-laser?tid=578096
4. Milwaukee 12" Digital Measuring Wheel
Measure twice cut once, but with the Milwaukee digital measuring wheel your first measurement will be easy, accurate and reliable.
Why we like it: Milwaukee is an iconic brand and their measuring wheel comes with an easy-to-use digital readout.
Buy it:
https://www.milwaukeetool.ca/products/48-22-5112
5. YETI 887 ML Travel Mug
Durable, stylish, and able to fit into a vehicle's cup holders between work sites. The YETI 887 ML Travel Mug is a must have for early morning coffee, or scorching afternoon hydration.
Why we like it: What’s not to love about YETI? Besides being stylish, this mug is also dishwasher safe making it easy to clean and maintain.
Buy it:
https://www.yeti.ca/drinkware/mugs/70000002327.html
