--- title: The Best Pants for Carpenters | Tradify™ description: No matter the weather, no matter the job – you should always wear pants onsite. Check out our list of the best work pants for carpenters! --- [Build Your Best Trade Business | Tradify™ ](https://www.tradifyhq.com/blog) # [The Best Pants for Carpenters | Tradify™](https://www.tradifyhq.com/blog/the-best-pants-for-carpenters) Written by [Team Tradify](https://www.tradifyhq.com/blog/author/tradify-team) | May 11, 2023 1:25:53 PM Sometimes a carpenter’s clothes get ripped to pieces onsite. Not only is buying [workwear](https://www.tradifyhq.com/blog/essential-workwear-for-builders-carpenters) every month [unsustainable](https://www.tradifyhq.com/blog/eco-friendly-materials-everything-you-need-to-know), it’s unaffordable and impractical too. Thankfully, there are some tough trousers out there that come [well-reviewed](https://www.tradifyhq.com/blog/how-to-get-good-reviews-for-your-business) for their ability to make it through the job unscathed. Looking for new ways to boost revenue? Check if you’re charging enough with our free calculator. Short on time? Skip ahead! - [1. Heavy-duty practicality - Duluth Trading Co. Firehose Work Pants](https://www.tradifyhq.com/blog/the-best-pants-for-carpenters?hs_amp=true#duluth-work-pants) - [2. Functional shorts - Sruffs Ripstop Cargo Shorts](https://www.tradifyhq.com/blog/the-best-pants-for-carpenters?hs_amp=true#Scruffs-work-shorts) - [3. Safe & protective - Blaklader Craftsman Trousers](https://www.tradifyhq.com/blog/the-best-pants-for-carpenters?hs_amp=true#Blakader-work-pants) - [4. Storage-heavy - DeWalt Barstow Holster Work Trousers](https://www.tradifyhq.com/blog/the-best-pants-for-carpenters?hs_amp=true#Dewalt-work-pants) - [5. Warm & waterproof - CAT H2O Defender Trouser ](https://www.tradifyhq.com/blog/the-best-pants-for-carpenters?hs_amp=true#CAT-work-pants) - [6. Tradify job management software](https://www.tradifyhq.com/blog/the-best-pants-for-carpenters?hs_amp=true#Tradify-job-management-software) ## 1. Heavy-duty practicality - [Duluth Trading Co. Firehose Work Pants](https://www.duluthtrading.com/s/DTC/mens-duluthflex-fire-hose-ultimate-relaxed-fit-cargo-pants-71703.html?color=DEK) While they’re not going to win any awards for comfort or breathability, these Firehose Work Pants are the pants you’ll reach for when there’s a tough day ahead. With their thick canvas construction, these should make it through pretty much anything without so much as a scratch. ## 2. Functional shorts - [Sruffs Ripstop Cargo Shorts](https://www.mad4tools.com/scruffs-ripstop-trade-cargo-work-shorts-with-multiple-pockets-black-28in-40in-waists) When you’re trying to meet the demands of the day-to-day but the heat is slowing you down, opt for some functional shorts like these ripstop cargos from Scruffs. Complete with a hammer loop and zip-up pockets, these will no doubt be your daily drivers all summer long. ## 3. Safe & protective - [Blaklader Craftsman Trousers](https://www.workwearexpress.com/blaklader-1461-flame-retardant-craftsman-trouser) While there are a lot of things that someone might consider when investing in a new pair of work pants, [health & safety](https://www.tradifyhq.com/blog/health-and-safety-in-construction) isn’t typically one of them—but it should be. A highly-resilient pair of trousers like this will [protect against the hazards](https://www.tradifyhq.com/blog/managing-health-and-safety-risks-a-guide-for-tradespeople) that you likely encounter day-to-day, from hot surfaces to sharp edges and chemicals.  ## 4. Storage-heavy - [DeWalt Barstow Holster Work Trousers](https://www.screwfix.com/p/dewalt-barstow-holster-work-trousers-charcoal-grey-30-w-31-l/408HT?tc=IC5&ds_kid=92700048793290415&ds_rl=1244069&gclid=CjwKCAjw79iaBhAJEiwAPYwoCH28SkEXto1jhf3MRsf5EHBX5YLY0XF2cj4lMCxbVRMYxCooGT3fZxoCUNIQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds) If you’re wearing these pants then you can forget the [tool belt](https://www.tradifyhq.com/blog/the-best-tool-belts-for-carpenters). With 7 pockets, 2 holsters, and reinforced knee pads, DeWalt’s work trousers have plenty of storage capacity, perfect for when you can’t be bothered wearing a tool belt and don’t particularly need your whole tool bag. Despite being made of a lightweight, stretchy fabric, these trousers are still super tough. So, if you’re looking for something practical and unrestrictive that can go the hard yards, these are a great option. ## 5. Warm & waterproof - [CAT H2O Defender Trouser](https://catworkwear.com/products/h2o-defender-trouser)  When winter comes around and miserable weather becomes commonplace during your workweek, having a great pair of everything-proof trousers is a must. These H2O Defender Trousers by CAT will keep you warm and dry no matter what the weather throws at you — rain, hail, sleet, or snow. ## 6. Don’t get caught with your pants down Just like a great pair of pants, it’s worth investing in things that will help you stay prepared and productive. [Tradify](https://www.tradifyhq.com/) does exactly that. It’s the app that helps you manage all aspects of your carpentry business, like sending [quotes](https://www.tradifyhq.com/features/quoting-software) and [invoices](https://www.tradifyhq.com/features/invoicing-software), [scheduling jobs](https://www.tradifyhq.com/features/scheduling-software), or [taking payments](https://www.tradifyhq.com/credit-card-payments-with-stripe) — it can even help you to [create your own website in minutes](https://www.tradifyhq.com/features/instant-website).  Why stop at clothes? Get everything you need to run a carpentry business. 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