Must-Have Tools for Every Homeowner

Take on any home repair project or DIY task with a well-stocked tool kit. Shop for tools at Max Warehouse to install shelving, fix a leaky sink or take on another basic task homeowners face. Compare convenient tool boxes that hold and organize all your new tools for a convenient kit for any homeowner emergency.

Hand Tools

Simple hand tools are the most important items to include in your homeowner toolkit. These affordable tools are durable enough to last a lifetime and help you put together furniture or maintain your home.

Screwdrivers

Look for a full screwdriver set to take on a wide range of projects. Perhaps the most important set in your entire toolkit, screwdrivers help you replace light fixtures, install cabinetry, install door handles, tighten loose fittings and even tune up your car. Pick up a set with both Phillips and flathead bits in a range of shaft lengths to reach any project.

Adjustable Wrenches and Sockets

Turn to wrenches and sockets to take on any stubborn nuts, bolts and other fasteners. Adjustable wrenches are convenient for taking on a range of projects, but a full socket set is more convenient and can reach more difficult screws and nuts.

Consider a set of pipe wrenches to handle sewer line unions and covers. Deep well sockets are great for reaching tricky areas of your vehicle.

Tape Measure

Some projects are easy to estimate. For everything else, turn to a tape measure for reliable measurements. This hand tool is another top pick, since you’ll use it for virtually every project. Measure the diameter of your sewer line for a replacement PVC piece, measure your wall to center your couch or size up a length of wood before cutting it for a DIY project.

Level

Is that picture frame crooked, or is it just your imagination? A level takes the guesswork away from making sure things are level, even and professional-looking. A small level is great for picture frames and small wall hangings, but a longer level is useful for laying flooring, installing drywall or other major projects.

Pliers

A quality set of pliers can make many DIY projects much more convenient. Needle-nose pliers are convenient for grabbing wires, trim nails and other small items. Some pliers have cutters to snip through thin nails or other projects.

Hammer

A claw hammer is a great investment for any homeowner toolkit. You’ll use this to pound nails to hang picture frames, assemble furniture, remove decking and even take apart tile flooring. There are many different types of hammers, but a standard claw hammer is the best option for most projects.

Consider picking up a complete hand tool kit for all of these items in a single, easy-to-carry case. You won’t have to worry about forgetting a wrench or investing in a tool box for your basic hand tools.

Safety Gear

If you’re taking on a home improvement project for the first time, or an avid DIYer, you should be wearing safety gear. Here are some crucial items that can keep you safe anytime you’re swinging a hammer or working with power tools:

• Safety glasses

• Hearing protection

• Gloves

• Dust mask
  
  

Utility Knife and Hand Saw

Cut through cardboard, wallpaper, drywall, wood trim and other materials with a utility knife and hand saw. There is a surprising range of saws to choose from, including band saws, miter saws, coping saws and drywall saws, but a simple, all-purpose hand saw can help you with most projects.

Power Tools

Hand tools are all you need for most projects, but that doesn’t mean a few power tools can’t help you get the job done more quickly and efficiently. There’s nothing like the whir of a drill or the whine of a circular saw to help you feel like a professional, so check out these helpful power tools.

Cordless Drill

A screwdriver may get the job done, but it takes some serious elbow grease to drive a screw through wood framing. A cordless drill and driver makes quick work of installing cabinets, drilling pilot holes and other fastener projects. Find your favorite brand and invest in cordless tools that match the same brand and voltage for mix-and-match rechargeable batteries. Professional cordless equipment uses 18-volt or 20-volt batteries, but a 12-volt kit works well for most homeowners.

Power Saw

A hand saw can take all day to cut through a thick board. Put your safety glasses on, review your owner’s manual and power up a circular saw to cut through a wide range of wood, metal or plastic materials. Be sure to use the right saw and the right blade for your project. A cordless circular saw is a convenient option for remote worksites, but an arm saw and a sturdy set of sawhorses are a great start for any home workshop.

Work Light

Light up your project with a battery-powered work light. Pick up an LED light for efficient illumination for a great start to your power tool collection. This helps you see clearly as you work under your sink, in a closet, in your attic or in other low-light areas.

Organize Your DIY Kit for Your Next Project

Find everything you need at Max Warehouse to stock up for your next project around your home. Enjoy great deals on Milwaukee power tools, complete hand tool sets and specialty items to fill out your kit to handle any project around your home.