Top 41 Most Useful Tools: Best tools to have for the beginner, new homeowner or new handyman

What good tools for beginners? What are my go-to tools? What do I take with me on every job? These 41 tools are the top ones that make it into my tool bag.

PLUS, I share my two-bag system of working. AND, what to watch out for if you are looking at all-in-one tool kits (a must watch before buying).

Links to tools:

Note: where possible I linked to my exact tools - in some cases I could not find them but found a good alternative instead or an even better tool than what I have, haha.

* Tool bag, Husky 3 bag combo set includes primary bag, secondary bag, and bonus bag (https://amzn.to/2Rjw1Uv)
* Starter tool kit (this is a quality set unlike the ones I was talking about in the video), Craftsman (https://amzn.to/37ZtNQO)
* Screwdriver set, Craftsman (https://amzn.to/2Ns72gC)
* Basic hammer, Irwin (https://amzn.to/3aaqbgC)
* Tape measure, 25’ Stanley (https://amzn.to/2RfTDJE)
* Stubby ratcheting screw driver, Stanley (https://amzn.to/3aaibwh)
* Putty knife, 2” wide, plastic (https://amzn.to/2RgvYsD)
* Needle nose pliers, Channellock (https://amzn.to/2FMeoaz)
* Cutting pliers, Channellock (https://amzn.to/2stlNbK)
* Linesman pliers, Klein (https://amzn.to/2u4amYf)
* Small needle nose pliers, Channellock (https://amzn.to/2Rhqw8L)
* Vise-grips, Irwin, two pack with big and small sizes (https://amzn.to/2QS2IJu)
* Channellocks, 12” long, (https://amzn.to/35PHEb3)
* Crescent adjustable wrench, Craftsman (https://amzn.to/2tW39tx)
* Allen/hex wrench or key set, metric & inch sizes, two pack, Craftsman (https://amzn.to/35X1RLY)
* Star/torx wrench set, Tekton, https://amzn.to/36UO5ed
* Retractable razor blade, Stanley 99E (https://amzn.to/30kUzR2)
* Clauss titanium scissors (https://amzn.to/3aaPhfC)
* Ratchet & sockets, 3/8” inch drive (medium size), good inexpensive starter set, Craftsman (https://amzn.to/2sozzMD)
* Impact driver, Dewalt (https://amzn.to/36V7Imf)
* Drill bit set for impact driver, (https://amzn.to/2NqZH0M)
* Long Phillips bit for impact driver, Irwin (https://amzn.to/2QTgFqD)
* Wire strippers, Klein (https://amzn.to/2U1oBIr)
* Chisel, 3/4” wide, Stanley (https://amzn.to/35WNQOi)
* Square, Swanson (https://amzn.to/3852hBt)
* Headlamp, good & inexpensive, Energizer (https://amzn.to/36UoW33)
* Flashlight, rechargeable, Anker (https://amzn.to/2FPeYEn)
* WD40 (https://amzn.to/35SxLJD)
* Rubber hammer, Tekton (https://amzn.to/2u1MrZu)


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