Home remodeling Tools – Are you planning a major renovation of your home? Well, bear in mind that home improvement tools and equipment are the most important aspect of your project. If you realize mid-work that you are missing some of the tools or that you bought the wrong ones, it will only cost you time and money (not to mention your nerves).
The best way to ensure the appropriate equipment is to check out this list:
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Safety first
You need to ensure your safety before above everything else.
Safety glasses – they don’t fog up as much as other pairs and you almost won’t feel them, which means no headache after hours of wearing them.
Respirator for dust – your lungs must be protected from dust if you’re going to demolish something or perhaps build new cabinetry. Look for a respirator made with a soft silicone lining – it’s comfortable and comes in three sizes. The respirator also has a few filters, even including the one for chemical fumes.
Nitrile grip gloves – The nitrile coating allows you a firm grip, as well as dexterity. They also allow your skin to breathe. There’s no sweat -perfect for minor chemical protection (just check if the back is waterproof – it probably isn’t).
Work gloves – excellent for tough jobs because they’re padded everywhere and have spandex added for better flexibility. They’ll effectively protect your arms from blunt force and abrasion.
Remodeling tools – smaller demolition tools
Nail-pulling pliers – This tool won’t make you break the nail you’re trying to pull due to a crescent on one side. They are great for anything – from carpet staples to the smallest nails.
Trim puller – You need it for molding removal if you don’t want to damage the wall or trim. It’s a perfect combination of strength and lightness.
Hammer with a straight claw – Of course you need a hammer but not just anyone – find one that fits your hand right for a firm grip and maximum power. A hammer with a straight claw will also allow you to rip out nails or claw through stucco mesh. The shock reduction grip should work well.
Flat pry bar – a regular pry won’t help you in certain situations, and this type of pry will function in really tight spaces – its head can lock in 16 different positions thanks to the head that rotates 180 degrees. Due to its raised striking surface, you can hammer it into really tight spots. Don’t worry – it’s also strong, so you’ll be able to do some huge prying and leverage.
Heavy equipment and transport
home remodeling tools – A big home renovation project requires heavy equipment, so this is what you will need:
Excavator – Taking out an entire room will require these so that everything goes smoothly. Even the sturdiest pillars will break when this machine gets to them. It consists of a backhoe, a bucket, and a dipper (for transferring the dirt) while the operator sits in the cab.
It’s usually used for breaking ground surface. Digging holes for a new foundation, removing sediment from the water, installing pipes, as well as grading rough surface.
Hand pallet jack – when you’re creating a lot of mess and debris while demolishing a wall or a room, you’ll need to remove most of it as fast as you can. There are hand pallet jacks for sale in many forklift or home improvement stores – you need to find one with the quick-fit steer and drive and load wheels so that you can use the pallet jack for different purposes.
Bulldozer – A good one will allow you to push soil, sand, and other materials even on the most slippery or the roughest terrain. Later, you can use it to break the ground surface or to grade. You’ll probably rent it, so make sure it’s in good shape and checked by experts.
Scraper – it will enable you to scoop soil, gravel, and sand from the property, while the edge can break the soil and cut into it, as well as fill the hopper, after which you can transfer the load.
Dump truck – you’ll need it not just for carrying a large amount of material to another site but you’ll also need it to fill big holes. Dump trucks come in various capacities:
- Standard dump truck – the most common type with a hydraulic ram, usually with six and ten wheels.
- Transfer dump truck – comes with a separate trailer and a portable cargo container for transporting waste, gravel, and sand.
- Side dump truck – allows you to unload the material from the sire really quickly but it has a smaller capacity than other types. It won’t tip over but it has limited moves.
- Articulated dump truck – great for transporting a long-distance heavy load. (between 40 and 60 tons)
Additional equipment
Even though you think you have everything covered, sometimes the simplest but a significant piece of equipment can be forgotten.
Power Generator – even if your neighborhood doesn’t have problems with electricity blackouts, you should still be prepared by getting a generator when remodeling your home. It’s the surest way you won’t experience a delay in construction or glitches.
Final words
The success and speed of your home remodeling will significantly depend on the tools and equipment you have ready before the project. Make sure you have everything covered before you get on to it.
