"Tool sales in this country have been on the rise in recent years, although at a slower rate of increase from years prior."
"A sizable share of tools in this country are purchased by professionals, i.e. the people that people like me call when we can't fix a leaky sink."
"Americans like me have been conditioned to want other people to do shit for them."
"While David is a little bit off in asserting that no suburbanite knows how to fix anything anymore, he's touching on a larger point that is very much true."
Tool sales in the U.S. have seen an increase, albeit at a slower pace than in previous years. Many Americans still purchase tools for various DIY projects, with some even engaging their children in such tasks. However, a significant portion of tools is bought by professionals. There is a growing trend of dependence among Americans on professionals for home repairs, suggesting a shift in the culture around DIY home improvement and repair skills.
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