Homebuilding & Renovating

HOW TO CHOOSE TOOLS YOUR FOR BUILD

There is an enormous variety of power tools on the market these days, offering something for absolutely every type of work. This can make it difficult to know, as a self-builder or renovator, which ones you really need. In this article, I am going to go through the top six power tools I would recommend.

Before we begin, be aware that not everything is about the tools themselves; accessories such as blades and drill bits are just as important. One decision to consider is whether you choose cordless power tools or corded. If you go for cordless, be sure to choose one brand and stick with it so the same batteries will work for all your tools.

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