When it comes to making quick fixes and repairs, there are some tools and equipment that are worth having in your tool kit to make it easier.
Whether you’re an expert in DIY or you’ve only mastered the basics, here are a few tools that everyone should have when it comes to making quick fixes and repairs around the home.
- Claw hammer
A claw hammer is definitely a good thing to have when it comes to doing work around your home. It’s one of the basics you’ll want to have in your tool kit, especially when you’re looking to drive in nails on a wall, pulling them out, and even for light demolition work where appropriate.
There are plenty of different hammer variations to choose from but one with a claw on the back can be helpful for removing any nails around the home, which is often a common job that needs doing. Just be careful not to lose grip of the hammer as your face will likely be close to the hammerhead.
- Screwdriver set
A screwdriver set is useful when it comes to working with screws that are found throughout the home. Whether you’re drilling in a screw to hang a photo frame or putting together a new piece of furniture you’ve bought, having plenty of screws within your screwdriver set, can certainly be helpful.
With that being said, look at what plasterboard screws you might need for putting up heavier objects, to what screws might be needed for more complex jobs around the home.
- Tape measure
A tape measure is important because it can help to take accurate measurements when hanging pictures, installing shelving, and various other projects. From measuring for new blinds and curtains to figuring out what bedside tables will fit at either end of your bed. A tape measure is definitely an essential that you’ll want to have readily available.
There are different types of tape measures you can get, so it’s worth getting a couple just in case one goes missing.
- Spirit level
Spirit levels are great for making sure things are sitting straight and not lopsided. This is particularly the case when you’re hanging up a variety of different frames or anything that’s going on the wall and requires a level appearance.
With spirit levels, you might need a bit of a helping hand to make sure everything is sitting just right.
- PliersÂ
Pliers are great when it comes to gripping and bending anything around the home. You may also need them for cutting things too. There are a number of different pliers to choose from, but it’s worth getting one or multiple so that you’ve got versatile use available.
There are lots of helpful tools and equipment that you could look to add to your growing collection. Your toolkit should be a useful bag or box of things that will help keep your spaces functional and updated.
With that being said, make sure you’ve noted down all of the above to add to your toolbox or kit this year.
