10 Hand Tools Every Homeowner Must Have

What is the main problem you face when you start living in a house? Surely, the answer would be dealing with the odd jobs and fixing damaged things. There are a myriad things to do in a house which requires instant attention. Since many of these are the components of larger things, these things are extremely important and hence cannot be ignored at any cost. From fixing of light bulbs to small screws, everything is important. To fix these up, you need to have proper hand tools. 

Jonathan

Jonathan, our Customer Sales Representative in the Hand Tools Department, recommends the following tools that people should have at home - hammer, screwdrivers, socket wrench, adjustable wrench, ratchet wrench, allen wrench set,utility knife, pipe wrench, pliers, measuring tape and the like. "They must be kept safe and secure as their importance cannot be underestimated." He says. 

1. Claw Hammer - The most popular hammer for general work, available with a wooden (often hickory), glass-fibre or steel handle; with or without rubber grip. The most popular weights are 455-680g (16 to 24oz).
We recommend the “Stanley 51-621  16-ounces Curve Claw Fiberglass Hammer.”

2. Screwdrivers - Two of the most common types of screwdrivers include: the slotted or flat-end screwdriver, and the Phillips, or cross head. The slotted profile was one of the very first screw heads and continues to enjoy widespread popularity. A simple slot on the screw head holds the tool blade. The cross-recessed Philips profile is characterized by two slots at right-angle to each other. 

We recommend the “Stanley 60-100 10-Piece Standard Fluted Screwdriver Set”

3. Pliers - They are made in various shapes and sizes and for many uses. Some are used for gripping something round like a pipe or rod, some are used for twisting wires, and others are designed to be used for a combination of tasks including cutting wire.  The two most common for the home owner are the long-nose and cutting pliers.

We recommend the “Stanley 84-058 4-Piece Pliers Set”

4. The Allen key is an everyday tool that goes by many names. Commonly known as a  hex key, Allen wrench, zeta key, or hex head, it is a six-sided tool used as a driver for screws. This tool comes in several different shapes and sizes, but the most typical shape is an L-shape.
We recommend the “Stanley STHT71839 Folding Metric and Sae Hex Keys”                         

5. Box Open-end Wrench Set - A solid set, built to deliver grip, continuous contact and solid performance, add this set to your kit and get the job done. They are constructed from quality alloyed steel, designed for a lifetime of use. The reinforced open end holds on tight and powers through with the muscle needed to break loose even rusted bolts

We recommend the “Stanley 6 pc Combination Wrench Set  Metric & SAE.”

6. Utility Knife – This tool is designed to cut cardboard, foam, balsa wood and other materials. Durably made with steel for strength, it features an interlocking nose that joins the knife halves in order to secure the blade, providing knife stability.

We recommend the “Stanley Classic 99 Retractable Knife.”

7. The tape measure, one of the most basic of tools.  A tape measure is a vital tool for professional contractors and homeowners alike. There are endless uses for them in the home.

We recommend the “Stanley 33-730 30-Foot-by-1-1/4-Inch FatMax Measuring Tape.”

8. Socket wrenches - A Socket wrench is a ratchet tool that comes with a set of cylinder-shaped sockets of varying sizes. People use the tool set for tightening and loosening nuts or bolts of different sizes. Socket wrench sets are beneficial types of equipment to have around the house for repairs and projects of all kinds

We recommend the “Craftsman 10 Pc. 6 Pt. 3/8 In. Dr. Metric Socket Wrench Set”

9. Heavy Duty Pipe Wrench - A tool  designed to grip and rotate cylindrical material. When it comes to having the right tools for the job, no toolbox or tool corral is complete without a standard, straight, heavy-duty pipe wrench.

We recommend the “Ridgid 18 inch Heavy Duty Pipe Wrench.”

10. Cresent Adjustable wrenches  – They’re an essential tool to have at your home and are used to tighten and loosen nuts, bolts, screws, and pipes. This tool features an adjustable jaw design that allows tool to grip many fastener sizes a knurl adjusting mechanism for quick and precise adjustment.

We recommend the "Stanley 10 inch Chrome Adjustable Wrench”

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Visit or call us now at 450 7247 and ask to speak to Jonathan for all your hand tools needs.

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