Must-Have Tools Every New Homeowner Needs

So you just bought a new home and found out you seem to be missing just about every tool you need in order to keep your property well maintained. Not to worry! Below we’ve gathered a list of the tools you need to fix common problems, keep your house tidy, and ensure your yard doesn’t become overgrown.

6 Activities You Should Do Before Shopping New Homes

The following recommendations should be considered to help make your home buying journey go more smoothly.

#1 Screwdriver Set

Note that the word set is included. This is because one Phillips-head and one flat-head screwdriver aren’t going to address every screw in your home. A set of about eight to 12 screwdrivers should be sufficient for common tasks.

#2 General Tool Set

Get yourself an inexpensive toolbox and fill it with your new screwdrivers, a hammer, a couple of adjustable wrenches, a plier set – channellock, standard slip joint, needlenose, and wire snips, utility knife, putty knife, and tape measure.

#3 Battery Power Tools

Yes, power tools are both fun to look at and use, but you don’t need to spend thousands of dollars acquiring every different battery-powered tool Dewalt makes. Instead, get the essentials, including a screw gun (aka power screwdriver/drill), circular saw, and reciprocating saw should get most DIY jobs done quicker.

#4 Lawn Mower & Weed Wacker

If your new house has a lawn, you’re going to need a way to keep it cut. Similarly, a weed wacker can help with edging to keep your yard looking good. In recent years, a number of prominent toolmakers, such as Ryobi and EGO, have developed lines on battery-powered lawn tools you may want to check out.

#5 Shovels, Rakes & Hoses

To round out your outdoor maintenance activities, you’ll likely need at least one snow, square/transfer, and spade-shaped shovel, a standard rake and a leaf rake, plus a hose for your front and back yards.

#6 Socket & Ratchet Set

To make sure you have the right tool for the job, you probably need to get yourself a decent socket and ratcheting wrench set.

#7 Miscellaneous Tools

We have a few more items for you to complete your household tool needs.

Allen keys
Extension cord(s)
Broom and dustpan
Work gloves
Protective goggles
A couple boxes of different-sized screws
A couple boxes of different-sized nails
4-foot level
Toilet plunger
Handsaw
Hacksaw
Drill bits
Caulking gun
Hose sprayer/nozzle
Stud finder
Stepladder
8-foot ladder
Wheelbarrow

Final Recommendations

While tools can be quite expensive, not every tool you buy needs to be high-end. In fact, just about every miscellaneous tool listed works as intended, regardless of who built it. As do most screwdrivers, recommended toolbox tools, and garden tools.

When it comes to electrical- and battery-powered tools, there can be a significant difference in the item’s performance and lifespan depending on who manufactured it. We highly suggest that you do your due diligence when buying more expensive tools. We recommend buying from known brand names and reading customer reviews before making up your mind.