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DIY Starter Kit Essentials
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items The tools you need to get started with tackling the outstanding jobs around the house. Ryobi is great for the homeowner and DIY enthusiast.
Sections
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Getting Started
On the Shelf Just in Case
Getting Started
A drill and driver combo should be the first place to start for the homeowner/diy'er
RYOBI ONE+ HP 18V Brushless Cordless 1/2 in. Drill/Driver and Impact Driver Kit w/(2) 2.0 Ah Batteries, Charger, and Bag PBLCK01K
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You will lose one or need two for a project. Buy the two pack.
Stanley FATMAX 25 ft. x 1-1/4 in. Tape Measure (2 Pack) 33-725Y2PK
A 12"-16" combination square will help mark lines, measure angles, and ensure level.
Empire 12 in. Combination Square E250
A sharp utility knife with spare blades will help out in a lot of situations
Milwaukee FASTBACK Folding Utility Knife with Blade Storage and General Purpose Blade 48-22-1502
I love this set, I always have the exact allen key needed and don't have to keep track of the ones provided with toys, furniture, etc.
GEARWRENCH SAE & Metric Long Arm Ball End Hex Key Set with Caddies (26-Piece) 83505
Protect your eyes and ears! Seriously, once rogue spark or metal shaving and you are in trouble, wear eye and ear pro!
Milwaukee Banded Reusable Earplugs with 25 dB Noise Reduction and Performance Safety Glasses with Clear Fog-Free Lenses 48-73-3201-48-73-2020
Get the bulk of what you need in one purchase.
RYOBI ONE+ 18V Cordless 6-Tool Combo Kit with Compact Battery, 4.0 Ah Battery, and Charger PCL1600K2
Its a hammer, you hit things with it. May all of your problems be nails!
Husky 16 oz. Fiberglass Claw Hammer N-G16CHK
A basic tooth saw. Even if you have a circular saw, an oscilating tool, etc., this is always handy to have around.
Stanley Trade cut 15 in. Tooth Saw STHT20348
You can get a straight edge and measure with these, but spend a few minutes on YouTube checking out how many other uses there are for the humble rafter square. Like the tape measure, you will misplace one, so get the two pack.
Milwaukee 7 in. Rafter Square (2-Pack) MLSQ070G
Great for cleaning up spills and sawdust. The car cleaning kit is an added bonus. Look for another Rigid corded vaccum without the kit. I suggest you buy the largest capacity you can afford and have room for. You will never be mad you can vaccum up more stuff in one go.
RIDGID 16 Gal. 6.5 Peak HP NXT Shop Vacuum HD1600C Wet Dry Vac with Detachable Blower, Filter, Accessories and Car Cleaning Kit HD1600C
The kit covers a lot of uses cases, but you can always buy these on their own.
RYOBI ONE+ 18V Cordless Lighting Combo Kit w/ LED Magnetic Task Light, LED Spotlight, & Flexible LED Clamp Light (Tools Only) PCL1309B
The best way to get batteries is with a new tool! Home Depot always has great sales on tool and battery combos so plan your tool purchases whenever you can. But if you need a new or additional battery for your Ryobi 18v line up, go with the HP batteries. They really do make a big difference.
RYOBI ONE+ 18V HIGH PERFORMANCE Lithium-Ion 4.0 Ah Battery (2-Pack) PBP2004
I only have a couple of these and bought into the Milwaukee Packout product line before I tried these out. I have very happy with these and for the money, they can't be beat.
RYOBI LINK 22.2 in. Rolling Tool Box with LINK Medium Tool Box and LINK Compact Drawer Set STM201-STM102-STM313K
Make sure you are getting the Gen 2 with this one. Its vastly improved. I just got this one and have been using it for a month or so and paired withthe HP batteries, its phenominal. I have been reaching for this more than my rear handled Milwaukee Fuel for most tasks. Take a minute to learn about right aligned vs left aligned blades before buying a saw. I recommend at least going into the store to get a feel for which saw fits your hand the best.
RYOBI ONE+ HP 18V Brushless Cordless 7-1/4 in. Circular Saw (Tool Only) PBLCS302B
On the Shelf Just in Case
There will come a day when you need to move water from over here, to over there and you will be so glad that you have this on the shelf. Water rarely waits for you to make a trip to the home store, so this is a better safe than sorry.
This is also one of those neighborhood hero tools.
This is also one of those neighborhood hero tools.
RYOBI ONE+ HP 18V 1/4 hp Cordless Battery Powered Transfer Pump with 2.0 Ah Battery and Charger RY20WP182K
One day you are going to need this and will be super proud of yourself for having the foresight to buy it in advance. Serioulsy, keep this one on the shelf just in case.
RYOBI ONE+ 18V Cordless Drain Auger with 25 ft Cable, LED Light, Auto Feed/Retract, Cable Lock, Enclosed Drum (Tool Only) PCL456B
This is the newest version. This plus a transfer pump will save you when you least expect it.
GE 50 pt. for Wet Rooms up to 5000 sq. ft. Residential Dehumidifier with Built-in. Pump in White, Wi-Fi, ENERGY STAR ADSE50XWT