Must-Have Hand Tools for a Remodeler’s Kit
Patrick McCombe shows off the hand tools he keeps at the ready when tackling a remodeling or home-repair project.
I watched a few toolbox videos lately, and I thought I’d you’d give you mine. These are the things I use for home repair and remodeling, and they allow me to do 75% or 80% of the work I do. My plumbing gear is in a different kit, but that’s for another video!
RELATED LINKS
- Go-To Tools for a Plumbing Tool Kit
- DIY Essentials: Homeowner’s Tool Kit
- A Deck Builder’s Tool Kit
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Makita Top-Handle Jigsaw (4350FCt)
This saw is compact, well balanced, easy to maneuver, and features a small but bright LED that illuminates the cutline even when working in dark spaces.
Metabo HPT Impact Driver (WH18DBDL2)
This impact driver is a small, light, and powerful tool featuring three hammers and anvils instead of the usual two.
Metabo HPT Compact Cordless Miter Saw (C3607DRAQ4)
This is a beautifully executed miter saw with excellent cut quality, great capacity, dual-bevel capabilities, and a bevel-adjustment knob.
Milwaukee Cordless Tablesaw (2736)
This tool is compact and portable, features a riving knife lock/release, and boasts a lightweight design.
Hitachi Pin Nailer (NP35A)
This compact, no-frills nailer is a good choice for someone starting out in the trades or a builder unsure of how to get the most out of a 23-ga. pinner.
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Really worthwhile video. The only thing that would make it better is a list so we could track all the items down.
I second what dackdotcom said.