Tools

Welcome to the guide for home improvement and remodeling tools. As one takes on new remodeling projects the required tools list grows. Over a period of time your array of tools will allow you to most any project around the house. Some of the tools are basics and are used for all types of projects. Some tools are project-specific and have little use for other types of projects. We start with a list of basic tools and then list specialty tools by project type.

The Basic Tool Kit

Tools For Carpentry Projects

Hand Tools
Measuring tape
Carpenter Pencil
Chalk Line
Level
Plumb Bob
Framing Square
Combination Square
Handsaw
Backsaw
Miter Box
Drywall Saw
Keyhole Saw
Coping Saw
Claw Hammer
Wood Chisel
Awl
Nail Set
Phillips Head Screwdrivers
Straight Slotted Screwdrivers
Wood Plane
Rasp
Wood File
Wrenches
Pliers
Vice Grips
Channel Locks
Wire Cutters
Drywall tools
C-Clamps
Adjustable Clamps
Caulking Gun
Tool Belt
Carpenter Apron

Power Tools
Electric Drill
Cordless Drill
Saber Saw
Circular Saw
Cordless Electric Screwdriver
Router
Electric Sander
Table Saw
Radial Arm Saw
Miter Cut-off Saw
Bench Grinder
Table Belt Sander

Visit the carpentry section.

Tools For Electrical Projects

Hand Tools
Measuring Tape
Level
Hacksaw
Keyhole Saw
Fish Tape
Phillips Head Screwdrivers
Straight Slotted Screwdrivers
Side Cutter Pliers
Lineman's Pliers
Needle-Nose Pliers
Tongue & groove pliers (Channel locks)
Combination Tool Wire Stripper
Adjustable Wire Stripper
Cable Ripper
Vice Grips
Channel Locks
Wire Cutters
Utility Knife
Neon Tester
Voltmeter
Receptacle Tester/Analyzer
Continuity Tester

Power Tools
Electric Drill - Fly-Cutter Bits 5/8" to 1 1/4"
Cordless Drill
Soldering Gun
BX Cutter
Tubing Cutter
Conduit Bender

Visit the electrical section.

Tools For Masonry Projects

Hand Tools & Equipment
Wheel Barrow
Spade Shovel,
Square Blade Shovel
Round Tip Shovel
Mortar Box
Mortar Hoe
Wooden Float
Tamper
Bull Float
Darby Board
Pointing Trowel
Brick Trowel
Joint Strike
Brick Hammer
Mason's Chisel
Sledge Hammer
Concrete Brush
Level
Framing Square
Finishing Trowel
Edger
Jointer
Plumb bob
Tape Measure
Ruler
Chalk Line

Power Tools
Circular Saw with Masonry Blade

Visit the masonry section.

Tools For Painting Projects

Hand Tools & Equipment
Roller Pan Paint & Trays
Roller Frames
Extension Handles
Roller Covers
Trim Rollers
Cone Rollers
Doughnut Rollers
Ladder

Brushes
6" Wall Brush
4" Wall Brush
3" Wall Brush
2" Sash Brush
2" Sash Trim Brush
3/4" Round Brush
Foam Brushes - Various Sizes and Shapes

Visit the painting section.

Tools For Plumbing Projects

Hand Tools
Plunger
Pipe Wrenches - Adjustable
Channel Locks
Vice Grips
Pliers
Needle-Nose Pliers
Screwdrivers
Tape Measure
Level
Hacksaw
Augers
Putty Knife
Keyhole Saw
Tubing Cutter
Flaring Tool
Propane Torch Set
Chisel
Spud Wrench
Seat Wrench
Basin Wrench

Power Tools
Electric Drill - Spade Bits & Hole Saw Bits

Visit the plumbing section.

Tools For Roofing Projects

Hand Tools
Measuring tape
Carpenter Pencil
Chalk Line
Level
Handsaw
Hacksaw
Keyhole Saw
Coping Saw
Claw Hammer
Wood Chisel
Phillips Head Screwdrivers
Straight Slotted Screwdrivers
Channel Locks
Caulking Gun
Tool Belt
Carpenter Apron
Wide Putty Knives
Sheet Metal Shears
Ladders

Power Tools
Cordless Drill - Drill Bits 1/4" to 1/2"

Visit the roofing section.

Tools For Tile Projects

Hand Tools
Tape Measure
Combination Square
Level
Chalk Line
Plumb Bob
Hacksaw - Rod Saw Blade
Tile Nippers
Tile Snap Cutter

Power Tools
Electric Drill - Carbon-Tipped Hole Saw Bits
Cordless Drill
Diamond-Tipped Cutter
Tile Wet Saw

Visit the tile section.

Tools For Trim Molding Projects

Hand Tools
Miter Box
Backsaw
Tape Measure
Coping Saw
Hammer
Nail Set

Power Tools
Power Miter Saw
Cordless Drill - Drill Bits 1/16" to 1/4"

Visit the trim molding section.

Tools For Wallpaper Projects

Hand Tools & Equipment
Tape Measure
Level
Plumb Bob
Putty Knife
Scraper
Taping Knife
Utility Knife
Scissors
Scoring Tool
Seam Roller
Sponge
Spray Bottle
Phillips Head Screwdriver
Straight Slotted Screwdriver
Paint Roller & Pan
2" Paint Brush
Wall Brush
Straight Edge
Wallpaper Tray
Step Ladder
Drop Cloths

Visit the wallpaper section.

Landscaping & Gardening Tools

Hand Tools
100' Tape Measure
Level
Plumb Bob
Garden Fork
Cultivator
Hoe
Spade
Shovels
Landscaper Rake
Screening & Beach Rake
Field Rake
Leaf Rake
Wheel Barrow

Visit the landscaping section.

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