Written by Millie Gil

Basic Skill Level Homeowners Toolkit
•    Hammer
•    Screwdrivers – a Philips, a flathead and a multi-bit
•    Flashlight
•    Measuring tape
•    Crescent wrench
•    Needle-nose pliers
•    Level
•    Utility knife
•    Wire cutters
•    Extension cords
•    Safety goggles
•    GlovesIntermediate Skill Level Homeowners Toolkit
•    All of the above plus the following:
•    Caulk gun
•    Square-head screwdriver
•    Vice grips
•    Electrical wire stripping pliers
•    Hack saw
•    Allen  wrench
•    Crowbar
•    Putty knife

Advanced Skill Level Homeowners Toolkit
•    Everything from the basic and intermediate toolkits plus the following:
•    Trowel for drywalling
•    Trowel for grouting
•    Trowel for cement applications
•    Tile cutter
•    Sledge hammer
•    Metal snips
•    Air compressor
•    Circular saw
•    Drill – either corded, cordless or both
•    Table saw
•    Chop saw
•    Jigsaw

As you’re putting together your homeowners toolkit, you’ll probably find  it necessary to add various tools from time to time.  Adding new tools will help you  accomplish the tasks for your particular home or hobbies or as your skill level advances.  Additionally, it’s always important to practice basic safety habits when working around your home. One of my favorite stores to find all these tools is McGuckin’s on Arapahoe.