Rich's Tool List that everyone should have in their house.
What tools do you need in the junk drawer?
- Claw hammer – 16 oz. If you run into a real problem you may need a bigger one. But it’s the best weight. And, I suggest you get it with a fiberglass handle.
- Flat screwdrivers – more commonly known as chisels, punches and pry bars. Phillips screwdrivers – Usually a good kit will cover you for all the different heads used today.
- Vice Grips – Great way to hold anything. There are many different styles. You may need a couple different types.
- Tape Measure – Every house needs one. Or two. I don’t think I need to explain why.
- Crescent wrench or as we call it a multiple 16th wrench. Being adjustable you can use it on most any size or shape nut or bolt.
- Socket set – a good quality socket set ranging from 6mm to 18mm and ¼” to 7/8” will cover most of what you may run into assembling flat pack products.
- Needle nose pliers – great for holding, grabbing small objects and double as your wire cutter.
- Cordless drill – we talk about this often, a good ½” hammer drill is the best choice. This will cover you for simple jobs to those that require drilling into concrete.
- Utility Knife – There a numerous styles out there. I prefer those that have the little angle at the end. This will keep your hand off the work and give you better control.
- Level – Bubbleometer, whiskey stick. It’s a must around the house. A 2’ level would usually work around the house.
These are the simplest things you should have around the house.