Every Homeowners ESSENTIAL Tool Kit!
Unfortunately every homeowner at some point will be required to do a little repair and home improvement. Not every homeowner is a full-fledged "handyman," but it's still important to have a small tool kit to fix any odd jobs or perhaps emergency jobs that need fixing quick!
There is nothing worst then having a flooding pipe that results in a ruined furniture, floors and walls due to the fact you didn't have the little tool that would fix the problem. Plus a tool kit will inevitable save you a lot of serious money in the future. Whether it is saving in repairs or the cost of calling someone out to fix a tiny leak.
Plus these are also excellent instruments to add a personal touch to your home. They do not need not be expensive but it is worth investing in some brand names as will will last a lot longer, maybe even a life time and will save a lot of money in the long run.
There are countless places and sites to to purchase essential tools from but none cheaper that eBay and Amazon. In my experience they are by far the best supplies for tools you can get and always have the cheapest prices, saving you lost you lots of money.
No matter if you are searching for and obvious tool or an obscure one, you will be sure to find it on either eBay or Amazon.
Any way enough said. The bottom line is. No matter if you are and male or female and tool kit is an investment that could potentially save you are lot of hear ache.
So Here Are The Top 15 ESSENTIAL Tools Every Homeowner Must Own!
1. Hammer
A hammer is required to drive brads or nails. Hammers come in various sizes, generally sized by ounces of the head. A 12 ounce hammer is fairly light and will drive a brad for hanging a picture, but if you have nail that needs to be driven into a piece of wood, a 16 ounce hammer is much more useful.
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Stanley 51-621 16-Ounce Curve Claw Fiberglass Hammer Sale Price: $13.48 |
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The Original Pink Box PB12HM 12-Ounce Claw Hammer Sale Price: $8.51 |
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Stanley Flat Max 51-944 20-Ounce AntiVibe Rip Claw Nailing Hammer Sale Price: $23.66 |
2. Nails
A pack containing a variety of sized nails is a great tool to have. Perfect for fixing that lop sided bathroom cabinet or putting up that shelf your partner has always wanted.
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290-Piece Assortment Set - Organize Home and Workshop Sale Price: $9.99 |
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B & C Eagle A312X131/22 Round Head 3-1/2-Inch by .131-Inch by 20 to 22 Degree Plastic Collated Framing Nail (500 per Box) Sale Price: $14.29 |
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B & C Eagle A238X113/22 Round Head 2-3/8-Inch-by-.113-Inch-by-20 to 22-Degree Plastic Collated Framing Nail (500 per Box) Sale Price: $15.84 |
3. Measuring Tape
Accuracy is the key to any successful handy work. Not only will it save a lot of time but it will ensure that everything runs smoothly and you achieve an excellent result.
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Stanley 33-425 Powerlock 25-Foot by 1-Inch Measuring Tape Sale Price: $12.93 |
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Doubletape 25' Two Sided Measuring Tape Sale Price: $6.95 |
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Komelon 7130 Monster MagGrip 30-Feet Measuring Tape with Magnetic End Sale Price: $15.99 |
4. Protective Goggles & Mask
Only necessary for when you find yourselves using sharp tools, sawing wood or in a dusty, dirty environment.
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Dewalt DPG82-11C Concealer Clear Anti-Fog Dual Mold Safety Goggle Sale Price: $10.64 |
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Dewalt DPG82-21C Concealer Smoke Anti-Fog Dual Mold Safety Goggle Sale Price: $10.62 |
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Wide-Vision Extra-Soft Lab Safety Goggle Anti-Fog - ANSI Z87.1 Approved Sale Price: $8.99 |
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3M R9211-10 N95 Cool-Flow Particulate Sanding Respirator, 10-Pack Sale Price: $17.72 |
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Chemical Splash Safety Mask Face Shield Sale Price: $23.95 |
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MSA Safety Works 817893 Adjustable Faceshield Sale Price: $12.84 |
5. A Saw
A saw is such a lifesaving tool to have. If something does not fit perfectly, what other tool will fix the problem? The only question is which saw to go for. There are so many types. Depending whether you are planing on making your own four poster bed and sawing a lot of wood, i would just recommend you get a little one. That is there when you need it. Plus a spare pack of blades just incase they break or rust.
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Stanley 20-045 15-Inch Fat Max Hand Saw Sale Price: Too low to display |
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Black & Decker CHS6000 6-Volt Handisaw Cordless Powered Hand Saw Sale Price: $27.74 |
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Black & Decker PHS550B 3.4 Amp Powered Handsaw with Storage Bag Sale Price: $46.76 |
6. Flat Head Screwdriver
You'll need one with a mid-range slot about 1/4 inch across the head. The end of the screwdriver should be good and square for safety reasons. If you can afford it, purchase a small set of 3 or 4 different size screwdrivers.
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![]() 5pc Screw Driver Set #00 #0 #1 Phillips 2-3mm Flat Head US $12.99
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![]() #2 Philips + Slotted Flat head Magnetic Screwdrivers US $7.65
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![]() 1 OFFSET 4 WAY COMMON SCREWDRIVER FLAT HEAD NEW US $7.00
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![]() 3 Craftsman Slotted Flat Head Screwdriver Orange Handle US $9.00
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![]() Craftsman 8 pc Screwdriver Set Phillips and Flat Head US $13.99
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![]() 6 NEW Flat Head Matco tools Screw Drivers. US $6.00
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7. Philips Head Screwdriver
For the average homeowner, a #2 point screwdriver will be most useful because it will fit the majority of screws. If using an older screwdriver, be sure to inspect the condition of the tip. It should have good, crisp points.
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![]() SK EXPERT2 SLOTTED & PHILLIPS HEAD SCREWDRIVER 7 SET US $34.99
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![]() Craftsman 8 pc Screwdriver Set Phillips and Flat Head US $13.99
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![]() Screwdriver, Nut, Torx & Philips Head Driver Bit Set US $.99
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![]() *** 5 NEW PHILIPS HEAD SCREWDRIVERS 3 1/2" LONG *** US $.10
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![]() STANLEY FLAT HEAD & PHILLIPS SCREW DRIVERS driver 2 Pc US $1.89
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![]() SNAPON SOFT GRIP PHILLIPS HEAD SCREWDRIVER SDGP31IR US $8.99
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8. Adjustable Wrench
An adjustable wrench (often incorrectly referred to as a crescent wrench) is a critical part of any tool kit. It fits square and hex nuts ranging from 1/4 inch usually up to 1 inch. If you wish, you can also purchase an adjustable wrench that will fit nuts larger than 1 inch across.
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![]() NEW MAC 600 FT LB ADJUSTABLE TORQUE WRENCH 3/4 DRIVE US $285.00
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![]() NEW MATCO TOOLS 4-PC. SUPER ADJUSTABLE WRENCH SET US $75.00
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![]() Antique Vtg Coes Adjustable Wrench Worcester Mass 10" US $7.99
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![]() EXTRA NICE VINTAGE FORD U.S.A. ADJUSTABLE WRENCH US $6.99
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![]() Diamond Calk Horseshoe 12" Adjustable Wrench + Pliers US $9.99
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![]() VINTAGE ADJUSTABLE WRENCH US $3.50
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9. Slip Joint Pliers
The hole in one side of a pair of slip joint pliers will look like a figure 8. This is so the pliers can accommodate two different sizes of grips, small and large. Remember that if you use a pair of pliers to hold or turn a tap, it's important to first get a very good grip. If the pliers slip, the head of the tap or nut will be damaged and a wrench will never fit it again.
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![]() NEW CRAFTSMAN TOOLS 8" SLIP JOINT PLIERS MADE USA INCH US $3.50
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![]() S-K WAYNE SLIP WATER CLAMP HOSE RING SLIP JOINT PLIERS US $3.24
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![]() CRESCENT BRAND SLIP JOINT PLIERS G-26 MADE IN USA NICE US $2.13
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![]() VINTAGE DIAMALLOY ARC GROOVE SLIP JOINT PLIERS HL112P US $5.50
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![]() Mac tools 10" Slip Joint Pliers and Channellock Style US $22.95
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![]() Cornwell 4 Pc Adjustable Slip Joint Mechanics Plier Set US $20.52
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10. Alligator Pliers
This tool is often found in a plumber's tool kit, but can be useful for the average homeowner, as well. Alligator pliers allow you to grasp larger items, usually ranging from 1/4 inch up to perhaps 1-1/2 inches square.
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![]() KNIPEX PROFESSIONAL PLIERS SET ALLIGATOR PLIERS US $40.00
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![]() Knipex 002007S1 3 Piece Alligator Pliers Set NEW US $69.01
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![]() Knipex 88 01 250 10-Inch Alligator Pliers US $19.99
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![]() Knipex #8801300SBA 12" Alligator® Pliers US $25.99
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![]() KNIPEX ALLIGATOR PLIERS 12" 8801-300 US $29.99
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![]() Knipex 8801250 10 Inch Alligator Gripping Plier NEW US $22.99
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11. Scissors
Every homeowner's tool kit should have one set of good quality scissors.
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Fiskars 9911 Spring Action 8-Inch Multi-Purpose Scissors Sale Price: $11.50 |
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Fiskars 12-9921, 5 Inch Micro-tip Soft-touch Scissors, 1-3/4 cut Sale Price: $12.10 |
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Wiss 28N Industrial Shears / Scissors Sale Price: $20.37 |
12. Side Cutters
Side cutters look like a pair of pliers with cutter jaws. They will cut through rope or metal wire much easier than scissors will.
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![]() 5 - 6" SIDE CUTTER PLIERS DIAGONAL TOOLS WIRE CUTTERS US $6.59
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![]() Side Cutter Pliers Craft Beading Jewellery Making Tool US $.66
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![]() GJ03 MODEL TOOLS TWEEZERS Side Cutter NEEDLE FILE SET US $7.81
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13. Tape Assortment
An assortment of different tapes will also come in handy. Some good types to include are duct tape, masking tape, and clear packing tape.
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Gorilla Tape 2-Inch by 35-Yard Tape Roll Sale Price: $10.23 |
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3M 2120 Scotch Transparent High Performance Duct Tape, 1.88-Inch x 20-Yard, 1-Pack Sale Price: $7.30 |
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Duck 667 3/4-Inch-by-66-Feet-by-0.007-Inch Vinyl Electrical Tape, Black Sale Price: $3.99 |
14. Hardware Kit
A small hardware kit is a critical part of your tool kit, and can be easily purchased at most hardware stores. A hardware kit will contain an assortment of items: brads for hanging pictures and taps, nuts and bolts, wood screws, and even some sheet metal screws for repairing many household items.
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Stanley Home Designs 824342 Self Closing Gate Kit, Black Sale Price: $23.99 |
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The Bulldog Hardware 131599 Peg-A-System Starter Kit Sale Price: $24.02 |
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Homax 80099 No-Sag EasyGate Bracket Kit Sale Price: $25.93 |
15. Tool Box
Finally all you need is a Tool Box to keep all your tool safe and in great condition. These are also a great way to prevent any young children getting their hands on them.
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PDY Systems Lift-n-Lok Rapid Auto Fastening Light Grey and Dark BlueTackle/Tool Box Sale Price: $54.99 |
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Stanley 016011R Series 2000 16-Inch Tool Box Sale Price: $11.90 |
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HOMAK BK01032101 3-Drawer Tool Box/Chest Black Sale Price: $49.50 |
Right, so there you have it. The Top 15 tool everyone should have in their home.
Your homeowner's tool kit can be as small as the items listed above or large as you want it to be. There is no need to stop there, especially if you are passionate about adding a personal touch to your house.Many homeowners begin with the items listed above, and then allow their tool kit to grow naturally over time. Whatever size tool kit you have, if it contains these 10 essential items, you'll be ready for most small repair jobs around your home.























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