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Must-Have Power Tools for DIYers

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Power tools worth having for regular DIY projects, picked for practical use over shelf appeal.
 
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DEWALT Mechanics Tools Kit and Socket Set
DEWALT Mechanics Tools Kit, 142-Piece (DWMT73802)
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Metabo HPT 10-Inch Compound Miter Saw
Metabo HPT 10-Inch Compound Miter Saw | C10FCGS
 
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Cordless Oscillating Tool for Dewalt 20V Battery
Cordless Oscillating Tool for Dewalt 20V Battery
 
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Drill Bit Set
Drill Bits - Power Tool Accessories
 
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Brushless motor with two batteries included, useful for staying cordless through a project without stopping to recharge.
Milwaukee M18 FUEL 18V Lithium Ion Brushless Cordless 1/2 in Drill Driver Kit W 2.5 0Ah Batteries Charger and Hard Case 2903-22
 
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Brushless motor with enough torque for ripping plywood or hardwood without bogging down.
DEWALT 20V MAX XR Cordless Brushless 7-1/4 in Circular Saw Tool Only DCS570B
 
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Cheap insurance before drilling into a wall, helps avoid putting a bracket or anchor into drywall alone.
DeWalt 1 1/2 in Stud Finder DW0150
 
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Used this to strip the finish off an old dresser and it's the reason the project actually got finished instead of sitting half-sanded in the garage. Dust collection bag keeps most of the mess contained too.
DEWALT 3 Amp Corded 5 In Random Orbital Sander DWE6420 206526197
 
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Cordless impact driver for driving screws and lag bolts, higher torque than a standard drill driver for tougher fasteners.
DEWALT 20V MAX XR Cordless Impact Driver Tool Only DCF860B 329528442
 
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Cordless reciprocating saw for demo work and rough cutting through wood, metal, or nail-embedded lumber with the right blade.
Milwaukee M18 18V Lithium Ion Cordless Sawzall Reciprocating Saw Tool Only 2621 20
 
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Cordless angle grinder for cutting, grinding, or stripping rust and paint off metal, brushless motor for more runtime per charge.
DEWALT 20 Volt MAX Cordless Brushless 4 1/2 in Angle Grinder with Slide Switch Tool Only DCG407B
 
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Self-leveling cross-line laser level, projects a horizontal and vertical line for hanging shelves, cabinets, or artwork straight.
Bosch 50 ft Dual Power Battery Red Beam Self-Leveling Cross Line Laser Level GLL50-20
 
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Cordless 18-gauge brad nailer for trim work and small carpentry projects, no compressor or hose needed.
DEWALT 20V MAX XR Lithium Ion Electric Cordless 18 Gauge Brad Nailer Tool Only DCN680B
 
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Cordless jigsaw for cutting curves and detail work in wood, plastic, or thin metal.
DEWALT 20V MAX Cordless Jig Saw Tool Only DCS331B
 
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12-gallon wet/dry shop vacuum with attachments, useful for cleanup after sanding, sawing, or general shop debris.
RIDGID 12 Gal 5 0 Peak HP NXT Shop Vacuum Wet Dry with General Debris Filter Locking Hose and Attachments HD1200 HD1200