Essential Tools for the Homeowner
A running joke with my family is that I tell them that I have a Fisher-Price toolbox. I need to upgrade to the following: Homeowner toolkit essentials: Allen wrench l Box wrench l Brads, nails, and spikes, various sizes l Channel-lock pliers (water pump pliers) l Cordless drill/screwdriver l Curved claw hammer l Digging spade l Duct tape l Extendable-handle rake l Glue gun l Hoe l Level (2-inch with aluminum housing) l Locking long-nose pliers l Magnetic tack hammer l Needle-nose pliers l Open-end wrench l Pipe wrenches l Portable tool box l Pruning shears l Pry bar l Pump water vacuum (wet/dry vac) l Saw l Screwdrivers, Phillips and flathead l Socket wrench with a ratchet handle l Spray lubricant l Staple gun l Strap wrench l Tape measure l Trowel l Utility knife l Wire cutters l Wood screws l Work flashlight