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Makita power tools are proper site kit for cutting, drilling, fixing and grinding day in, day out, with cordless options that keep you moving.

When you're bouncing between first fix, snagging, and the "quick one" that turns into half a day, you need tools that start every time and don't feel like toys. Makita professional power tools cover everything from compact Makita 18V tools for daily carry, to Makita 40V XGT tools when you need more shove. Pick the platform that suits your work, then build your Makita cordless power tools around it.

What Jobs Are Makita Power Tools Best At?

  • Running first fix and second fix with Makita cordless power tools so you are not dragging leads through doorways, stairwells, and finished areas.
  • Cutting timber, sheet, and trim on refurbs and fit-outs where a reliable saw and clean control matters more than raw noise and kick.
  • Drilling and fixing all day with Makita brushless power tools when you want longer runtime, less heat, and fewer motor issues under constant use.
  • Grinding, cutting, and site fabrication with Makita trade power tools that can take dust, knocks, and daily van life without feeling sloppy in the hands.
  • Heavy-duty construction work using Makita 40V XGT tools when you need higher output for bigger holes, tougher materials, and faster progress.

Choosing the Right Makita Power Tools

Keep it simple: pick your battery platform first, then buy the tools that match the work you actually do every week.

1. Makita 18V LXT vs Makita 40V XGT

If you want the widest choice and a lighter day-to-day setup, Makita 18V tools are the sensible backbone for most trades. If you are regularly pushing bigger cutters, larger drills, or heavier site work, Makita 40V XGT tools give you more output so you are not nursing the tool through the job.

2. Brushless vs Brushed

If you are on the tools five days a week, go Makita brushless power tools because they run cooler and tend to give better runtime under load. If it is occasional use or a backup for the van, brushed models can do the job, but expect more battery swapping and less punch when you lean on it.

3. Bare Unit vs Kit

If you already run Makita cordless power tools, buying bare units is the cheapest way to build the range without ending up with a drawer full of chargers. If it is your first jump onto Makita, start with a kit so you have enough batteries to work a full shift, not just a couple of quick fixes.

Makita Power Tools FAQs

What is better quality, DeWalt or Makita?

Both are proper trade brands and both last if you buy the right model for the work. The real decider is the platform and tool range you need on site. If your mates already run Makita 18V tools or XGT and you can share batteries and chargers, Makita is usually the smarter choice day to day.

Are Makita tools used by professionals?

Yes, you will see Makita professional power tools on UK sites constantly, especially drills, impacts, saws, grinders, and multi-tools. They are popular because the cordless range is deep, spares are easy to get, and the tools are built to take daily use rather than weekend DIY.

Who is the best power tool brand?

There is no single "best" because it depends on the work and what system you are buying into. The best brand is the one that covers your main tools, has batteries you can standardise across the van, and has service and spares when something gets battered. Makita is a safe pick for that full trade ecosystem.

Is Makita better than Bosch?

Bosch and Makita both make serious kit, but they suit different setups. If you want a huge cordless range with strong site uptake and easy battery standardisation, Makita cordless power tools are hard to beat. If you are already invested in Bosch batteries and the tools you need are covered, switching brands rarely pays back.

What are the most common Makita tool problems?

The usual issues are not "Makita-only" problems: blunt blades and bits making tools feel weak, clogged vents from dust, worn brushes on older brushed models, and batteries suffering if they are left flat in a cold van. Keep consumables sharp, blow the tool out, and rotate batteries properly and most problems disappear.

Does Makita have a lifetime guarantee?

No, do not buy Makita expecting a lifetime guarantee. Warranty terms vary by product and can depend on registration and proof of purchase. Treat it like any trade tool brand: keep your receipt, register if required, and use the right tool for the job so you are not trying to claim for abuse.

Why do carpenters use Makita?

Carpenters like Makita because the cordless saws, drills, and impacts are well balanced for all-day handling, and the Makita 18V tools range covers most first fix and second fix without swapping systems. When they need more punch for heavier cutting, Makita 40V XGT tools fill that gap without going back to corded.

Who Uses Makita Power Tools on Site?

  • Chippies and kitchen fitters who want dependable saws, drills, and impacts that feel balanced for repetitive fixing and accurate cuts.
  • Sparks and plumbers building a Makita 18V tools setup for daily carry, because it covers drilling, fixing, and cutting without hauling corded gear room to room.
  • Groundworkers and steel fixers stepping up to Makita 40V XGT tools when standard cordless starts to bog down on heavier drilling and cutting.
  • Maintenance teams and site managers who need Makita construction tools that are easy to share across the gang, with batteries that are simple to keep on rotation.

The Basics: Understanding Makita Cordless Power Tool Platforms

Makita cordless is all about committing to a battery system so every tool, charger, and spare battery plays nicely together. Here is what matters on site.

1. One battery system, loads of tools

Once you are on Makita 18V tools or Makita 40V XGT tools, you can add drills, saws, grinders, lights, and dust kit without starting again. That is what makes it practical for trade power tools, because you keep batteries in rotation and the van stays simpler.

2. Output is not just voltage, it is the whole setup

Higher voltage platforms like Makita 40V XGT tools are built to deliver more power for tougher tasks, but the right blade, bit, and battery capacity still makes the difference. If your tool is struggling, it is often the consumable or the battery size, not the brand.

3. Brushless matters when you are working hard

Makita brushless power tools are designed to manage load better, so you get steadier performance and less downtime from overheating when you are drilling, cutting, or fixing at pace.

Makita Accessories That Keep You Working

The right add-ons stop dead batteries, blunt blades, and dusty clean-ups slowing the job down.

1. Spare Batteries and Fast Chargers

If you are sharing tools or running saws and grinders, one battery is never enough. Keep a couple charging while you work so you are not stood waiting when the tool dies mid-fix.

2. Blades, Bits, and Cutting Discs

Most "Makita feels weak" complaints are down to cheap or blunt consumables. Put a proper blade or bit in and the tool does what it is meant to, with less kick and less strain on the motor.

3. Dust Extraction Adaptors and Vac Connections

If you are cutting indoors or drilling overhead, get the right adaptor so the vac actually captures the dust instead of spraying it everywhere. It saves clean-up time and keeps you on the right side of site rules.

4. Cases and Tool Storage

A solid case or organiser stops tools getting smashed in the van and keeps blades and batteries together. It is boring until the day you turn up and cannot find the charger.

Shop Makita Power Tools at ITS

Whether you are building out a full Makita cordless power tools setup or just replacing the drill that finally gave up, we stock a proper spread of Makita power tools across Makita 18V tools and Makita 40V XGT tools. It is all held in our own warehouse, in stock and ready for next day delivery, so you can order today and be back on the job tomorrow.

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Makita Power Tools

Makita power tools are proper site kit for cutting, drilling, fixing and grinding day in, day out, with cordless options that keep you moving.

When you're bouncing between first fix, snagging, and the "quick one" that turns into half a day, you need tools that start every time and don't feel like toys. Makita professional power tools cover everything from compact Makita 18V tools for daily carry, to Makita 40V XGT tools when you need more shove. Pick the platform that suits your work, then build your Makita cordless power tools around it.

What Jobs Are Makita Power Tools Best At?

  • Running first fix and second fix with Makita cordless power tools so you are not dragging leads through doorways, stairwells, and finished areas.
  • Cutting timber, sheet, and trim on refurbs and fit-outs where a reliable saw and clean control matters more than raw noise and kick.
  • Drilling and fixing all day with Makita brushless power tools when you want longer runtime, less heat, and fewer motor issues under constant use.
  • Grinding, cutting, and site fabrication with Makita trade power tools that can take dust, knocks, and daily van life without feeling sloppy in the hands.
  • Heavy-duty construction work using Makita 40V XGT tools when you need higher output for bigger holes, tougher materials, and faster progress.

Choosing the Right Makita Power Tools

Keep it simple: pick your battery platform first, then buy the tools that match the work you actually do every week.

1. Makita 18V LXT vs Makita 40V XGT

If you want the widest choice and a lighter day-to-day setup, Makita 18V tools are the sensible backbone for most trades. If you are regularly pushing bigger cutters, larger drills, or heavier site work, Makita 40V XGT tools give you more output so you are not nursing the tool through the job.

2. Brushless vs Brushed

If you are on the tools five days a week, go Makita brushless power tools because they run cooler and tend to give better runtime under load. If it is occasional use or a backup for the van, brushed models can do the job, but expect more battery swapping and less punch when you lean on it.

3. Bare Unit vs Kit

If you already run Makita cordless power tools, buying bare units is the cheapest way to build the range without ending up with a drawer full of chargers. If it is your first jump onto Makita, start with a kit so you have enough batteries to work a full shift, not just a couple of quick fixes.

Makita Power Tools FAQs

What is better quality, DeWalt or Makita?

Both are proper trade brands and both last if you buy the right model for the work. The real decider is the platform and tool range you need on site. If your mates already run Makita 18V tools or XGT and you can share batteries and chargers, Makita is usually the smarter choice day to day.

Are Makita tools used by professionals?

Yes, you will see Makita professional power tools on UK sites constantly, especially drills, impacts, saws, grinders, and multi-tools. They are popular because the cordless range is deep, spares are easy to get, and the tools are built to take daily use rather than weekend DIY.

Who is the best power tool brand?

There is no single "best" because it depends on the work and what system you are buying into. The best brand is the one that covers your main tools, has batteries you can standardise across the van, and has service and spares when something gets battered. Makita is a safe pick for that full trade ecosystem.

Is Makita better than Bosch?

Bosch and Makita both make serious kit, but they suit different setups. If you want a huge cordless range with strong site uptake and easy battery standardisation, Makita cordless power tools are hard to beat. If you are already invested in Bosch batteries and the tools you need are covered, switching brands rarely pays back.

What are the most common Makita tool problems?

The usual issues are not "Makita-only" problems: blunt blades and bits making tools feel weak, clogged vents from dust, worn brushes on older brushed models, and batteries suffering if they are left flat in a cold van. Keep consumables sharp, blow the tool out, and rotate batteries properly and most problems disappear.

Does Makita have a lifetime guarantee?

No, do not buy Makita expecting a lifetime guarantee. Warranty terms vary by product and can depend on registration and proof of purchase. Treat it like any trade tool brand: keep your receipt, register if required, and use the right tool for the job so you are not trying to claim for abuse.

Why do carpenters use Makita?

Carpenters like Makita because the cordless saws, drills, and impacts are well balanced for all-day handling, and the Makita 18V tools range covers most first fix and second fix without swapping systems. When they need more punch for heavier cutting, Makita 40V XGT tools fill that gap without going back to corded.

Who Uses Makita Power Tools on Site?

  • Chippies and kitchen fitters who want dependable saws, drills, and impacts that feel balanced for repetitive fixing and accurate cuts.
  • Sparks and plumbers building a Makita 18V tools setup for daily carry, because it covers drilling, fixing, and cutting without hauling corded gear room to room.
  • Groundworkers and steel fixers stepping up to Makita 40V XGT tools when standard cordless starts to bog down on heavier drilling and cutting.
  • Maintenance teams and site managers who need Makita construction tools that are easy to share across the gang, with batteries that are simple to keep on rotation.

The Basics: Understanding Makita Cordless Power Tool Platforms

Makita cordless is all about committing to a battery system so every tool, charger, and spare battery plays nicely together. Here is what matters on site.

1. One battery system, loads of tools

Once you are on Makita 18V tools or Makita 40V XGT tools, you can add drills, saws, grinders, lights, and dust kit without starting again. That is what makes it practical for trade power tools, because you keep batteries in rotation and the van stays simpler.

2. Output is not just voltage, it is the whole setup

Higher voltage platforms like Makita 40V XGT tools are built to deliver more power for tougher tasks, but the right blade, bit, and battery capacity still makes the difference. If your tool is struggling, it is often the consumable or the battery size, not the brand.

3. Brushless matters when you are working hard

Makita brushless power tools are designed to manage load better, so you get steadier performance and less downtime from overheating when you are drilling, cutting, or fixing at pace.

Makita Accessories That Keep You Working

The right add-ons stop dead batteries, blunt blades, and dusty clean-ups slowing the job down.

1. Spare Batteries and Fast Chargers

If you are sharing tools or running saws and grinders, one battery is never enough. Keep a couple charging while you work so you are not stood waiting when the tool dies mid-fix.

2. Blades, Bits, and Cutting Discs

Most "Makita feels weak" complaints are down to cheap or blunt consumables. Put a proper blade or bit in and the tool does what it is meant to, with less kick and less strain on the motor.

3. Dust Extraction Adaptors and Vac Connections

If you are cutting indoors or drilling overhead, get the right adaptor so the vac actually captures the dust instead of spraying it everywhere. It saves clean-up time and keeps you on the right side of site rules.

4. Cases and Tool Storage

A solid case or organiser stops tools getting smashed in the van and keeps blades and batteries together. It is boring until the day you turn up and cannot find the charger.

Shop Makita Power Tools at ITS

Whether you are building out a full Makita cordless power tools setup or just replacing the drill that finally gave up, we stock a proper spread of Makita power tools across Makita 18V tools and Makita 40V XGT tools. It is all held in our own warehouse, in stock and ready for next day delivery, so you can order today and be back on the job tomorrow.

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