Indispensable for remodeling.

The 3HANDCPACK 3rd Hand Contractor Pack is one of those things you can do without forever until the first time you use them and then they become indispensable. Dust control in a customers house is or should be of paramount importance. Using these tools allows you to set up an effective dust containment area in a matter of minutes. I myself have been the victim of a sub-contractor that did not provide adequate dust control. This shows a total lack of professionalism. That contractor has not and will not work for me again. ^M
As stated in another review the push pins used to adjust the height can be aggravating but would not stop me from purchasing another set of poles. ^M
The carrying bag that comes with the set is well constructed and is very good for keeping all the separate components together.^M

Helpful but heavy & awkward

I had previously purchased the zip wall package and have been satisfied. The 3rd hand poles do a great job once they are up and they cost a quarter of the price of the zip wall(plus it comes with a carrying bag..nice). The zip wall is much more user friendly if you are by yourself. But, if you are working with someone that can give you a hand setting it up with the plastic then you're good to go. Beware though....the black pads do leave black marks on finished walls and ceilings if you bump into them.