Tools Every Homeowner Should Have
Congratulations! You just purchased your first home; no longer will you have to pay rent to your landlord. However, you no longer have your landlord to call when things go wrong, if something needs fixing it’s now up to you to get it fixed.
Every homeowner has to have some fix-it knowledge. In order to get the job done you have to have the right tools. First you will need to assemble a proper home-repair tool kit. This suggested kit should cost approximately $200 and provide you with 90% of all the tools you'll ever need to repair and maintain your home.
Here are some tools you'll need to get started.
1. Toolbox The first thing you will need is something to hold all of your tools. A toolbox will help you organize and quickly find what you are looking for in a pinch. A toolbox doesn't have to be a box at all, it may be a satchel or a large container as long as all of your tools fit and are easily accessible.
2. Hammer A hammer is the absolute must-have tool. You may choose a steel- or fiberglass-shaft hammer. You may also want to choose a hammer with a straight or "rip" claw they are more useful for demolition.
3. Screwdrivers Go ahead and buy the set of screwdrivers. You will save money plus you will get all the sizes you need. Your set should have 1/4- and 3/8-inch flat heads and No. 1 and No. 2 Phillips head drivers. Some screwdrivers have magnetic heads; they can come in handy when looking for dropped nails etc. too.
4. Tape measure Buy a good quality tape measure. Buy at least a 16-foot, 3/4-inch-wide model. Also look for one that is easy-locking.
5. Reversible drill with bit set A reversible drill is the only electric tool you need and it is a must. Home centers are full of cordless and corded models. Make sure to purchase a 3/8th-inch reversible drill this will be the most useful around your home.
6. Utility knife Often there is nothing that can replace a utility knife. Make sure to purchase plenty of replaceable blades for your utility knife.
7. Handsaw Even if you have a circular saw, you may still find some times when you will be happy to have a handsaw handy. A short handsaw is probably best, look for one with a 12-inch blade it will cut straighter and faster.
8. A level You'll want to make sure your pictures are haning level on your walls so a level is essential for hanging just about anything. A 9-inch torpedo level is a good choice.
9. Vise grips Clamp anything with vise grips. Also known as locking pliers, all you need to do is adjust the screw drive in the handle and clamp it on to anything that needs viselike stabilizing. If you don't have vise grips channel-lock pliers can be a good backup.
10. Safety glasses Effective eye protection is a must in any toolkit.
Also if you are like me you'll want to invest in a good first-aid kit!!!
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