10 Gift Ideas for the Construction Pro

Whether shopping for family members, close friends, the neighbors, employees, business partners or valued customers, the holiday shopping list is long and a few suggestions may just spark the gift idea you need. That's where we come in!

We've gathered 10 gift ideas below that would make any construction professional happier;(and warmer) on the job site.Check back every Friday, now through Christmas, as we'll be sharing even more gift ideas throughout the month.

Happy browsing, and may the gift finding odds be ever in your favor:

 

1.) HOT LOGIC Slow Cooker Lunch Box (Lowe's, $49.95)
Lunch is an essential part of any construction worker's day. This Slow Cooker Lunch Box can cook on-site or in their vehicle if they have a120-volt outlet or power inverter, and warms up a meal in about an hour.

2.) HotHands Hand-Body-Toe Warmers (Target, $11.99)
A great stocking stuffer idea! These air-activated heat packs provide just the right amount of heat without being uncomfortable or depending on batteries.

3.) Milwaukee Tool and Equipment Tracker (Amazon, $28.99)
With this gadget, any construction pro will know when they’re near their gear, whether it’s buried in their tool bag or the back of someone else’s truck.

4.) Women's All-Seasons Hemp Canvas Double Knee Pants (Patagonia, $54.99)
It can be hard to find clothes cut for a woman that can take the physical wear and tear of a construction site. These double-knee canvas work pants are a terrific exception.

5.) Arris Adjustable Heated Vest (Amazon, $149.98)
With eight heating elements and five heat settings, this vest heats from 104-degrees to an ultra-toasty 176 degrees. It's adjustable fit means it's not too snug so the wearer won't feel like their inside a sauna.

6. LoggerHead Bionic Adjustable Wrench - 14 Wrenches in 1 (Amazon, $27.99)
Behold, the wrench of the future. The expandable spanner is technically 14 wrenches in one, is easy to adjust and has an angled grip to get the best angle and the best torque possible.

7.) LED Flashlight Gloves (Amazon, $17.99)
When the sun sets earlier and earlier, it's darker quicker. Find whatever was dropped right quick with these LED Flashlight Gloves on one's hands. Two beams on each hand, the user has four points of light to guide their seeking. 

8.) DEWALT ToughSystem Radio and Battery Charger (Amazon, $239)
One can listen to the radio or play songs through Bluetooth on this speaker. Not only is it portable, it's also stackable and capable of supplying clear and crisp sounds. Resistant to water and dust, it's an ideal construction tool for the workplace and is not likely to sustain damage even after prolonged use.

9.) PEET Original Electric Shoe & Boot Dryer (Peet Dryer, $49.99)
The PEET Original Shoe & Boot Dryer utilizes a unique airflow system that takes the air from outside and warms it slightly before circulating it through the footwear in order to dry it quickly. Not only does the process prevent mold from growing, but it also removes stenches from the footwear that are bound to be there at the end of a tough workday.

10.) WOLFBOX Mirror Dash Backup Camera / Smart Rearview Mirror for Cars & Trucks (Amazon, $199.99)
When the truck is loaded and the jobsite is crowded, backing up safely can be a challenge. This camera will assist and guide the driver to the unloading point which means less craning and straining on the neck.

 

*Prices indicated by each product were those shown on the company's website at the time of publishing. They may have changed since this list was posted.

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