Good & cheap box cutters. The paint does come off easier than other cutters I have.

Buy extra blades and change often - life is too short to use a dull cutter.

DIYer ESSENTIAL. I use this literally every time I open an outlet or switch or do anything electrical. I always double check that the device is on and then double check that there is no power to the wire I plan to touch.

It is a reliable, sturdy and red tape measure. Red is good because I am a dude.

Fractional markings printed in alternating colors and heights is helpful

After using a regular caulking gun for years, I was skeptical this product would be notably better but IT IS.
On standard guns, caulk continues to pour out after releasing trigger. Not with the Octogun.

I drop a lot of screws, bolts or everything in general. GREAT for picking those up. Especially when they fall into hard to reach places like an engine, inside a pocket door or the other 1000x places I have dropped something.

Comfortable handle, flexible 28 inches long shaft with four finger claw design.

Life is too short to dig through a plastic bag of random, mismatched drill bits. The Dewalt cases stack and connect. So far these have covered all basic drilling situations I ahve come across.

Dirk used on: wood, plastic and metal (And grout for installing anchors.

Life is also too short to dig through a pile of random sized drywall anchors and try to find screws to match. A large organized variety set in a solid case will last you a long time (Forever?).

Dirk used for: paintings, toliet paper holder, towel racks,

This has a lower rating (4.2) than I typically would consider but I have not had any issues.

Works on wallpaper & fabric to a thickness of 3/4"

Thick blades & last longer than other brands I have used. Covers all the bases - Wood, Metal & Wood+Metal.

MEMORIZE the tooth size/look for different blades because the type marking (Wood, Metal etc.) wears off.

Dirk used for: Cutting a metal post, a deck into pieces for disposal, bolts, trim, & small branches.

Best metal scrapers I have used. Having two different sizes covers all basic scraping situations.

Dirk used for: removing paint, stickers, glue and adhesives from surfaces such as tile, glass floors and walls. (Go slow and test so you do not scratch.

These are great when scraping surfaces a metal razor might damage. Comes with a ridiculous number of extra blades.

Suprisingly good for the price. Set of five for same price as a single name brand brush.

DO NOT hold your brushes upside down under the faucet - damages the brush. (Goes for all brushes, not just these)

There are cheaper options but I love Klein tools. I use this ALL the time.

The ratcheting function is a game changer.

Includes: slotted, SQUARE, Torx and combo bits. 1/4" nut driver.

Do you have streaks after pressure washing your driveway? The surface attachment makes driveways, sidewalks & other surfaces much easier.

Dirk used with: A Ryobi 2800 psi pressure washer for a couple seasons and I am very happy with it.

Three tools in one BUT I really only use the caulk remover. I have a dedicated plastic scraper and a set of caulk smoothers. (Also in list)

Works with acrylic, latex, and silicone caulk and is handy for window, bath, and shower projects

Dirk used on: glass, granite and a variety of other surfaces when delicate removal is necessary.

I still use my finger for most applications but have used these occasionally. These were essential for the silicone toilet seal when I used my finger - it looked like a child was fingerpainting with silicone.

Everyone needs a Sawzall. A cordless one is a must - at this point I regret being cheap and buying a corded anything.

Make sure to get a blade set with metal, wood and metal + wood blades.

Dirk used on: cutting up a deck, small branches, PVC pipes

It's a screwdriver BUT insulated. Hence the higher cost. The length is also great to get into small areas that shorter screwdrivers cant.

There are cheaper & more cost effective options but I like Klein and it was the one my father has. It also had the temperature sensing capability which cheaper options do not.

Covers any DIYer situation.

All DIYers need a compressor hose. I only recommend this one if you can get it on sale like I did. Amazon price is high.

50 feet is overkill for average DIYer.

Dirk used for: nail guns, wall texture gun, stapler, tire inflation, blowing air through car vents, car crevices, car engine

First thing I did was repaint when I moved in but the textured walls needed a LOT of prep work. This was used daily.

Dirk used to: scrape huge blobs of paint, remove painted over blue tape, nails, caulk etc.

Received these as a gift and was pleasantly surprised with the sturdiness. I replaced my rag tag of other similar pliers and they have performed well.

Used for: loosening nuts, gripping pipes, tightening fasteners and everything in between.

All DIYers need an Air Compressor. 6-Gallon is a good size for a wide range of DIY activities. I considered smaller/cheaper but it was not a good long term solution.

If I had not been burned by Ridgid, I would consider a cheaper brand.

Used for: painting, finish nailers, staplers, tire inflation, light painting, blowing dust.

SO MUCH CHEAPER THAN BUYING $30 CANS OF TEXTURE. You just need to buy the dry compound mix, mix it in a bucket, PRACTICE FIRST, then go to town.

Also, dont try skim coating walls - youtube videos are BS. Just keep the textured walls.

Used with: 6 gallon pancake Ridgid Air Compressor for full walls and touch up.

4 Stars on this one BUT you need a some sort of small saw
Used to cut small PVC or wood. (3" PVC took forever)

The cleaning tool is helpful opening up the interior of the back part of the bristles so water can get in.