Starting a Toolkit for Home Projects?

Are you an aspiring handyman? Here are some basic tools to get started with when assembling your tool kit.

1- Hammers ← Click link for examples

When people think tools, one of the first things that comes to mind is a hammer, and no tool kit is complete without one.

2- Screwdrivers ← Click link for examples

The next most basic tool is the screwdriver. Depending on the type of Job, one or more screwdrivers are recommended. We also offer insulated screwdrivers for when working with anything electrical.

3- Pliers ← Click link for examples

Pliers are multipurpose tools for gripping, twisting and cutting, depending on your project.

4- Tape Measures ← Click link for examples

Eyeballing a project doesn’t always work out. Use a tape measure to ensure you don’t come up short.

5- Levels ← Click link for examples

One of the most common problems to arise from DIY projects is an off center result, using a level can help you avoid this mistake.

6- Squares ← Click link for examples

An imperfect angle can cause serious problems in a home project, having a Square in your kit is the best way to ensure this doesn’t happen to you.

7- Voltage Detectors ← Click link for examples

Working near or on an outlet? Make sure it’s turned off and that you are safe by using a voltage detector.

8- Wire Tracers ← Click link for examples

Need to know exactly where the wire sits behind the wall? Using a wire tracer is the best way to do so.

9- Tool Storage ← Click link for examples

Of course no tool kit is complete without the case itself. We offer a variety of holsters, bags and chests for whatever your application.

10- More Tools ← Click link for examples

Didn't find the tool you were looking for? Or looking to create an even more complete tool kit? These tools are just some of our most basic suggestions, check out our expanded inventory of DIY tools.