The Tools Every Handyman Should Have at Home

You know exactly who you are. You are that dude in your circle of friends who get the call whenever something needs to be done. When a friend needs a quick car fix, you are on it. When someone needs a shed built, you can help. But what if you do not have the basic set of tools? Do you think these tasks are possible to do? Absolutely not!

Garden Tools

A handyman is someone who wants to make the overall gardening experience easier and more productive. In order to do so, you will need to have the right garden hand tools. And believe it or not, once you have them, you will have more fun in the garden. From planting tools to varying garden equipment, they are listed below:

Clearing Garden Tools –
These ones here are going to help you big time. If you are to collect the best garden tools, make sure to pick the ones for trimming stems and/or shoots. Also, this garden equipment can help you when it comes to sawing branches, cutting vines, and severing roots, among many others. An important tool in this set that you need to have is the Billhook saw, which has a curved blade designed specifically for quick pull cuts.

Digging Shovel –
If you occasionally find yourself planting something that is larger than your fist, then you are going to need a garden shovel. They come in different shapes and sizes; hence, you will not worry about finding the right one. If you want one that is meant for digging up and tossing hefty loads of soil, go for the shovel with d-shaped handle. If most of your time in the garden is all about garden accessories, go for the lighter one.

Loppers –
When it is time for cutting branches with sizes similar to that of your finger – or perhaps bigger – it is time to bring some of the best garden clippers. It is none other than the lopper. Unlike pruners and other garden shears, this one right comes with larger blades and, thus, more leverage. It gives you the much-needed cutting power, which is a must-have for a handyman like you!

Pruners –
From deadheading flowers to cutting woody twigs or pliable stems, pruners are one of your go-to garden tools. Just like the aforementioned, pruners also come in different sizes and shapes. However, make sure that you do not go with something that is unusually bigger. Otherwise, you will likely to break the pruners.

Pruning Saw –
It is about time to have an all-purpose saw in all of your garden works, and nothing beats the like of a quality pruning saw. Mind you, the market these days offers pruning saws that are foldable. As such, they can easily be transported and stored in your favorite garden tool storage.

Rake –
Although the rake is usually taken out during spring, it still serves many purposes. For instance, you can use it to break up the soil before digging. The rake can also be used level mulch or soil before you start seeding a lawn.

Digging Fork –
Often called a garden fork, this one is perfect when you are trying to loosen a very compacted soil. Also, it can be used in introducing compost and dividing the number of perennials. As much as possible, go for a digging fork with a d-handle. Doing so will give you an easier handling power when using the tool in tighter spaces.

Hose and Sprayer-
Whether you have outdoor or indoor plants, you are going to need a good combination of hose and sprayer. They simply give you the convenience when watering plants. Remember that hose and sprayer come in a variety of materials. Some are made of either vinyl or rubber while others are between 20 and 50 ft. This really depends on the type of garden you have. Regardless, you will have this as one of the most important additions in your garden tools list.

Wheelbarrow –
If you do not own a wheelbarrow, then you are making a huge mistake. This one simply makes all gardening tasks a little much easier. Apart from carrying compost and firewood, it is also perfect for transporting soil and other stuff. In fact, you can use it to transport garden hand tools and/or garden accessories back to the garden tool storage.

Garage Tools

Now, it is time to move to your garage. This section right here is very important, especially when you own a garage and car. And if you have, then it only makes sense for you to be aware of the different garage tools. Think about being in a situation where you need a quick garage door repair. What will you do if you do not have the right tool? The same thing can be said when your car breaks down. To put it simply, you need to collect the right set of garage tools – here are some of them.

Ratchet –
Sometimes called the Air Ratchet, it usually comes in size of 3/8 inch. With its size, it can easily be slipped into a socket right into a bolt head. But before you trigger it, make sure that all threads are properly engaged. If not, you are likely to ram the cross-threaded bolt, making the situation even worse.

Needle Scaler –
This tool comes with about 19 numbers of tentacles, with a size that mounts to 1/8 inch. Its goal is to help you hammer off dirt, rust, and scale. And how does it do so? Well, that is by giving you a blowing power that amounts to 4,600 blows per minute. It is worth noting, though, that you can acquire a varying amount when it comes to the needle force, let alone the device’s coverage area.

High Torque Pneumatic Wrench –
Does your garage have rusted bolts? How about your vehicle? Either way, you are going to need a superb high torque pneumatic wrench. This is even perfect for any garage door repair you will need in the future. The tool is used for slapping the impacted socket. From there, you are to squeeze out the trigger. With its reverse torque power of at least 922 ft. per lbs., it is safe to say it has two times the torque of a conventional impact wrench.

Pressure Testing Kit –
This garage tool has a vacuum pump that is for meant for hand operation. However, you should only do so with the required attachments. Before buying a pressure testing kit, it is important that you test all of its motors and sensors relating to its vacuum control power.

Screwdrivers –
Of course, every handyman out there knows that screwdrivers are a holy grail. You do not just collect flat head and/or Phillips Head screwdriver. That is because you are going to own an assortment of screwdrivers as well. Meaning, you need to have screwdrivers of different gauges, thickness, and uses. From normal length screwdrivers to subdued screwdrivers, they are going to be really helpful.

Garage Cabinets –
There is a reason why this one is included in the list. It holds true that the type of tools a handyman collects for his garage vary from one to another. But if there is a common denominator, it is none other than the garage cabinets. These cabinets are meant to store different tools and equipment. Think of them as your go-to garage storage cabinets. And if you want to ensure a good garage organization, you are going to need one or more of them.

Other Basic Tools

Apart from garden and garage tools, there are those that need to be included in your list. If your goal is to become a great handyman, then make sure you collect the following basic tools. They are going to help you big time for sure!

• Circular Saw – The tool you need for ripping almost anything, from steel to tile to masonry.
• Tape Measure – Despite how big or small a project is, you can start anything unless you have a good tape measure.
• Utility Knife and Blades – Every now and then, you are going to need a handy set of knife and blades. From cleaning to professional cutting to even sharpening a simple pencil, they are useful.
• Nail Gun – Do you often find yourself hammering a number of nails? Why use a hammer when you can have a nail gun?
• Drill – When it comes to power tools, there is nothing more indispensable than the drill. It can help you not only with drilling but also with screwing and even mixing paint, just to name a few.
• Angle Grinder – Are you in need of a tool that lets you cut through concrete paving slabs or metal bolts? If that is the case, then find yourself a great angle grinder.