Spring isn’t just the time to clean your home. It is also a time for renovating, renovating and restoring. That garden project you put off last fall? Those garage projects you wanted to do all winter long when it was too cold to work outside? Now is the time to stock up on tools and equipment, but you’ll need to act quickly if you want to snag a deal. Home Depot’s Spring Black Friday ends after April 28th and Lowe’s SpringFest ends after May 1st, but there are still deals on tons of our favorite items from brand favorites like DeWalt, Milwaukee, Ridgid, Klein, and Kobalt.
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The Gearwrench brand is my favorite entry-level to mid-range chrome hand tool brand. Made in Taiwan, these socket wrenches, combination wrenches and ratchets have excellent manufacturing tolerances, meaning they are less likely to slip off and potentially damage bolt heads. This kit only comes with 1/4″ and 3/8″ drive sockets and ratchet handles, not 1/2″ drives. However, this shouldn’t matter unless you’re working on large projects, such as: B. Build axle components for cars or a deck. The organizational box is also excellent with sturdy pull-out drawers and integrated handles that make picking up the heavy box child’s play.
An impact wrench is a power tool that makes quick, repeated forward strokes when turning a bolt or screw head. It works wonders on stubborn screws and bolts that may be too rusted to remove without a power tool. An impact wrench typically fits small screws and bolts. Likewise, a hammer drill provides the same thrust, but is designed for drilling through tough materials that might clog a regular cordless drill. This combination set contains two batteries and a charger. So if you let one run empty, you can use another while the first one is charging.
An impact wrench is similar to an impact wrench in that it makes repeated forward thrusts to loosen stubborn screws. However, it tends to be more powerful and intended for larger screws. I’ve used it to loosen rusty suspension and engine bolts in the garage so many times that I consider it a godsend for heavy mechanical work.
The cordless drill is arguably the most versatile power tool in a homeowner’s toolbox. Not only can it drill, but it can also be equipped with screwdriver bits for Phillips screws, Torx, triple square and hex screws. I’ve had a similar 20-volt DeWalt for years, and the XR version also has a brushless electric motor for longer life. The speed is adjustable from 650 to 2,000 rounds per minute, which is convenient because you don’t need a high speed all the time. The ergonomics are perfect. I’ve spent hours at a time using an ergonomically identical DeWalt with no hand pain. The small LED in front of the shutter button beautifully illuminates dark work areas.
If I were to “hypothetically” say that I drilled 100+ holes in the walls of my apartment (and if my hypothetical landlord hadn’t read this), I would tell you that these inexpensive drill bits produced excellent results during pre-drilling -Drywall that measures an extra thick 3/4 inch in my spot. I’ve used these bits to repair the frame of a couch, build wooden furniture, and drill metal picture frames, and they represent the best value on the market. They come in different sizes, which never left me wanting.
Gearwrench offers the best value for money in tools. I tested this 12-piece screwdriver set earlier this year and loved how tightly the Phillips screwdrivers fit into screw heads. This means less slippage, which can damage the screws and potentially make them nearly impossible to remove or reuse. The rubber-wrapped handle is comfortable even for long periods of time.
Offers for garage and yard
For any woodwork, even cutting boards, you practically need a miter saw. Hanging involves finding a stable, safe place to store it while in use. Choosing a stand is crucial because a miter saw is dangerous if it is unstable. I’ve always been impressed with Ridgid stands. The mounting brackets are quick and easy to use and the structural parts are made of sturdy materials that don’t exactly scream cost cutting. This stand can support up to 400 pounds, which is enough for a miter saw.
An indispensable tool in every garage, whether you’re cleaning up after a wood job or washing the car, is the workshop vacuum. It’s a supercharged cousin of your household vacuum cleaner. Thanks to the integrated drain, it can suck up both wet and dry dirt. Ridgid makes my favorite shop vacuum because at five horsepower (for this model), it has no shortage of power for vacuuming up big messes, the included hose attachments fit securely, the caster wheels glide easily, and I’ve never had a pause during service .
Maybe it’s because of how many times I’ve stood on a Werner ladder and not fall off, but when I need to buy a new ladder, I almost always go for Werner. This 8-foot-tall model is made of thick, durable fiberglass that helps save some weight during transportation, and it supports up to 300 pounds. There’s a magnetic toolbar at the top, as well as a paint can holder and a slot for holding a drill or hammer.
Leaf blowers aren’t just for fall. They can be a big time saver if, for example, you want to remove grass splinters that are left behind after edging your lawn. Gone are the days of a bulky, smoke-emitting, gasoline-powered leaf blower. This cordless, electric model from Kobalt moves 630 cubic feet of air per minute, meaning it offers plenty of power while weighing just under 9 pounds. A battery and a charger are also included in the scope of delivery.
Further tool offers
When working with electronics, it is essential to be able to measure the electrical current flowing through a socket, car battery or similar. Klein is a long-time expert in tools designed specifically for electricians. This multimeter measures up to 600 AC/DC voltages and 10 A DC and comes with GFCI circuit breakers and cables. If all the dials and screens look complicated, have no fear. The included instructions will tell you how to set everything up and it’s much easier than it seems at first glance.
It’s easy to find a good utility knife, but hard to find a great utility knife. I’ve used tons, from Craftsman to Stanley to Amazon no-name brands, and the Fastback is my favorite. The replaceable blades are sharper than other brands and you can easily open and close the blade with one hand. You can store a spare blade in the handle, and there’s a bit holder for a full-size flathead and Phillips screwdriver bit. A battle opener and a stripper round out the feature list.
Stanley makes my favorite tape measures in the Fat Max line, but these tape measures from DeWalt are almost good, and hey, they’re on sale. I’d say they’ve earned the right to use “tough” in their name because I’ve thrown a few of these around on a few job sites and the thick plastic casing can take it a lot of abuse. One of the few distinguishing features between tape measures is their ability to expand without collapsing. This works well with the DeWalt’s thick tape measure. So if you need to stretch it 10 feet across the room to measure something (which is quite common), then you’ll have a lot less headache with it than with a cheaper tape measure.
Plastic trigger clamps are not the right clamp for the heaviest jobs, but they may be the clamps you reach for most often. More times than I could count in a month, I need a third hand to hold something while I work on a project. From attaching a bracket to a tricky spot while screwing it down to keeping your hands safe while cutting, you need a few clamps in your toolbox. With a clamping force of 100 pounds, they are more than suitable for many everyday, small tasks.