After becoming a first-time homeowner in 2022, I’ve learned a lot about DIY projects and home maintenance. Though I’m no Bob the Builder, I’ve gathered quite a bit of knowledge from videos, friends and family. And I’m making things easier for others with a list of basic tools for homeowners from Amazon. Here, you’ll find everything from tape measures to basic hammers. And after watching a few basic YouTube videos, you’ll be making crucial fixes in no time.
10 Basic Tools New Homeowners Need
- Measure Up: Whether you’re getting the dimensions of a room or tackling some basic woodworking projects, Amazon Basics’ retractable tape measure is about to be your new BFF. It measures up to 16 feet. Plus, it’s pink! — $6
- Hammer Time: Shape metal surfaces, drive nails into the wall and more with this durable Craftsman Hammer. It’s made to last, and best of all, it comes with a lifetime warranty. Score! — $15
- Totally Screwed: Having an adjustable screwdriver is crucial for assembling furniture and making small everyday fixes. And with a dual-sided, removable shaft, Craftsman’s can drive nuts measuring up to 5/16 inches — $12
- Easy Set-Up: Black+Decker’s 20V Max PowerConnect Cordless Drill will undoubtedly come in handy to drive or fasten screws, or just make a few holes in the wall. A battery and charger are included, so it comes with everything you’ll need to get started — $78
- Basic Plumbing: Loosen nuts and bolts or tighten things up with Workpro’s pliers and wrench set. These aren’t only handy for plumbing; they’ll come in handy for the basics (trust me, I know!) — $23
- Straighten Out: Make sure your wall hangings are straight as can be with the ARROW 16-Inch Level. Although it might not seem necessary, it’s crucial to ensure you’re doing things right — $18
- Heightened Help: Regardless of your height, the Amazon Basics Folding 3 Step Portable Ladder is bound to come in handy. Change some lightbulbs, clean your windows and beyond with a few additional feet at your fingertips — $39
- Sharp Objects: This 430-piece stainless steel nail kit comes with nails ranging in sizes from 5/8 inches to two inches. They’ll come in handy for a variety of home and yard work projects. Just be mindful of your fingers, because they’re sharp AF — $9
- Spill It: Although not mandatory, DEWALT’s 12 Gallon Poly Wet/Dry Vac cleans up dry and wet messes alike. For floods, sawdust and more, this could be a serious lifesaver — $138
- On Top of It: With 16 pockets, this heavy-duty tool bag keeps smaller tools together in one place. That way, when you need them, you know exactly where to look — $31
