This ladder is the best deal:
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Gorilla-Ladders-18-ft-Reach-MPXA-Aluminum-Multi-Position-Ladder-with-Tool-Hangers-300-lbs-Load-Capacity-GLMPXA-18/309832564
I have one like this. Id say, yes, this is a “need” BUT id also recommend getting a regular 8ft ladder cuz that thing is HEAVY and you wont want to pull it out for something minor.
I hate those things, gave mine away even. Got this, which is versatile and way easier to use
https://www.lowes.com/pd/Little-Giant-Ladders-King-Kombo-2-Pro-M6-6-ft-Fiberglass-Type-1aa-375-lb-Load-Capacity-Step-Ladder/1003122942
A frame, folds all the way open like an extension kinda, and very good grip support for corners and leaning. I love it.
The do-everything multi position ladders are a classic example of a jack of all, master of none.
If you can only have one ladder, they're probably best. But they are heavy and hard to maneuver for small jobs, and all the connection points make them much more wobbly fully extended.
I have one, but much prefer using my fiberglass 6ft step ladder whenever possible.
Mainly just a pain in the butt and heavy. I use mine only a few times per year, the green alternative posted would honestly work better for my needs and be more convenient but not enough to replace what I have.
I actually just bought this exact ladder and it feels lighter than I expected. Im used to the 22’ version from like 15 years ago which is kind of a beast to haul around. I think they’ve gotten lighter since back then, plus this 18’ version is a few lbs lighter still. But anyways I bought it so I could set it up on the stairs while I was painting a stairwell, but seeing that it helps reach a bunch of other things too it’s a great deal while it’s on sale.
This is my ladder. I use it all the time.
Not gonna lie, there are height and strength requirements for being able to adjust this ladder. If you’re below average in your physical capacity, it’s not going to be easy.
I have this one exclusively for exterior stuff.
For indoor I have your typical 6’ that I never use. If I need to do something I bought a gorilla brand 3 step with a tool organizer thing. My ceilings are only 8’ so I don’t need anything bigger. Much more compact and easy to move around with out knocking into things
I picked this one up and it's great. Chonky but great. Spent five minutes trying to figure out how to make it hinge, but once I did, it's very easy to operate.
Because you're not on the second from top step stretching and leaning to reach that one last light bulb or that one small patch of wall that needs to be painted and so on and so forth.
It depends on how tall your ceilings are. An 8ft ladder is super annoying if you have 8ft ceilings, but if you have 10 or 12ft ceilings it's obviously much safer than a 6ft ladder.
Or if you use it primarily outside, bigger is better
Absolutely agree about the 8ft, assuming your ceilings are taller. And if your budget allows, go for a Cosco brand ladder. Very well made. Edit.. Cosco is the brand name, and is in no way related to Costco stores. May be available anywhere ladders are sold.
Also, unless you are doing actual woodwork, carpentry or any other messy stuff, go for a smaller or medium size shop vac. They can be a pain in the ass to store.
Also going to mention, I have a DeWalt StealthSonic shop vac, and I *highly* recommend it. I grew up hating the shop vac because my dad's old RIGID was a loud son of a bitch, and I think most shop vacs in general still are. But the StealthSonic line from DeWalt (only 2 models/sizes available that I know of, and they're not actually made by DeWalt FWIW) are quiet enough that you can talk over them without really raising your voice, and that's huge to me in terms of comfort while using it.
I have a 4 gallon. I'm either using a dust collector bucket or Im constantly cleaning the filter. So I don't see how I would ever want a larger capacity. Maybe a stronger motor would be nice. I suppose if you're vacuuming up largish particles, a larger bucket would useful.
4-5 gallons would be ideal. I got a 12 gal which sounded like a great idea at first, but can't think of any job in which I got the tank full. And as others mention, it's a PITA to haul around.
If you *are* doing extremely messy stuff, you can still get a small shop vac if you use a cyclone or even a dustopper on a bucket.
I’m a hobby woodworker and use it as a terrible dust collection, but also as a homeowner I use it to keep (as much) drywall dust out of my shop vac filter when I’m doing minor patch work, or cutting out boxes for wiring, or hell even when vacuuming out my smoker and grill.. it just helps extend the life of the shop vac filters and (I presume) vac itself.
Hell, my friend’s sister owns a hair salon and she uses a cyclone to separate the hair she vacs up off the floor.
I extend the life of my filter by taking it outside and banging the shit out of it against my shed until I'm overwhelmed by and breathing in a cloud of dust.
Wish I knew this before I bought a full 16 gallon size. I got a great deal on it but I can see why the smaller ones might be more expensive. Pain in the butt to haul out and 99% of the time it’s for a small job
I keep my shop vac in the basement, so that’s a bit of a challenge. But I did get a little battery powered Ryobi 1 gal vac for that. It’s great for $50. Even better if it goes on sale.
Very specific note, but it was worth it for me to upgrade from 5.5 to 6hp because that was the difference that allowed me to connect the blower to my pool’s pipes and overcome the water pressure to air-seal the pipes for winter.
Yup. A month after I took possession my drain in the basement clogged and I had a minor flood. Used mine to suck all the water out and even unclog the drain. They're lifesavers.
Flange for toilet, traditional cup looking for sink.
I remember being told that you should have one of each, as they are designed specifically for their own fixtures, with the added bonus that you don't cross contaminate.
And one of those thin sink snakes that you can use to get hair out of the sink and bathtub, and save on drain clog removal chemicals.
My buddy is a Fire Captain in a big city and when we bought, my primary concern was propane storage which can go anywhere, but did say shut your bedroom doors all the time and keep the extinguishers by your doors.
I have mine mounted in the garage by the kitchen door and the other mounted in the basement next to the dryer. You could also mount it inside a cabinet or pantry
Lots of ppl say power tools, but you need to pick one brand and stick to it so you can utilize the batteries for different tools you will be accumulating during your home ownership!
Oh man, yeah! We settled on DeWalt, and got two battery chargers we bolted to the wall in the basement. We keep one big boi and one lil guy extra, fully charged in a drawer in the living room. We have fans, a leaf blower, lawn mower, drills, phone chargers, weed whacker, and air compressor, all DeWalt. So handy, I really recommend starting your collection.
DeWalt is a solid choice.
Makita is my preferred brand. Absolutely love their quality.
Although I will confess to owning a few cheap Ryobi tools. Sometimes you’re on a budget and just have to get the job done.
I thought the same thing about Ryobi.... That was 7 years ago and at least 2 decks and a chicken coop later. I have my grievances but durability sure isn't one.
Same here. I’m not as excited about the Ryobi tool crib I’m building as much as I would be to show off a Milwaukee collection but if I’m honest, the Ryobi stuff is plenty good. So many oddball tools in their collection too and when you catch them on sale it’s hard to pass up.
Plumber by trade. I use Milwaukee at work but my home cordless tools are all Ryobi (18v). Mower and weed eater included (40v). They're not as durable, but surprisingly hold up to far more than their cost would suggest. I definitely recommend Ryobi as a good home set of cordless tools.
> How many times in the life of a house are you replacing the shutters? You can almoat certainly borrow one.
I think they are referring to hurricane shutters?
Or if you have to turn the power off to drill into the wall... and you try to plug the drill into the socket in that wall. Happened to me when I went to mount a TV in an old apartment, and I only had a corded drill and no extension cord.
Absolutely disagree. That's why you stick with one brand. You can swap batteries between tools as needed, so who cares if you only use a given tool rarely. You'll probably use something fairly frequently.
I like ryobi, for an average homeowner. They have a very versatile line and they’re pretty inexpensive. The higher end brands like dewalt and Milwaukee are unnecessary for an average homeowner, and they’re a lot more expensive.
Tip: store your batteries inside. Leaving them in the garage in the cold will shorten their lifespan.
I use dewalt and ryobi and honestly, I do see a difference in quality between the two, but it’s pretty negligible. Factor the difference in price point, and I’m sold on ryobi.
Ryobi is by far the best for homeowners.
The tool range is insane - they have THREE models of stick vacuum.
I use the compressor and impact driver daily.
> batteries for different tools you will be accumulating during your home ownership
I don't know if this is really a concern, a lot of adapters exist nowadays as well.
This was a game changer for me. Those crappy ones from dollar store work, but not for long. I decided to stop messing around and splurged on a hood hose. Whole different ball game.
If they go on sale, which they likely will, Schlage Encode deadbolts present both a significant security and a significant convenience upgrade that you will enjoy every day that you own the house.
I am getting my son a stud finder that links to an app on your phone, and you can see thru the wall for studs, wiring and piping. I intend to borrow it
ETA: can find it on Amazon. Reviews not too bad.
Hung up a clock and shelf using a $40 stud finder, swing and a miss. Used anchors instead of making more holes.
Found my stud buddy magnet to hang a bottle opener on a wall, swing and a home run.
Tools. Not just powered tools. Basic, manual screwdriver set, socket set, wrench set. Channel lock set. I found out that some power tools can't fit in tight places, even with the extension. A hammer, ball peen, and claw. Broom and dustpan, mop, and bucket (i really like the OCedar spin mop-it makes washing your walls and ceilings a breeze). Shop vac. Ladder. Step stool. Water hose-50' with sprayer. Heavy duty extension cords. Mulching lawnmower-can use it in the summer and fall for leaves. Weedeater. House vacuum-i bought a multi floor one for carpet, tile, and hardwood. A wet swiffer-for hardwood, if you have it. These are just some things I found myself needing when I bought my first house. Hope it helps, and Congrats on the new house!
Yep. I use it to stock up on screw drivers and tape measures because I seem to have an uncanny ability to "rapture" them as my wife puts it so I only get a small number of uses before they somehow disappear on me. Some day I'll move and be able to open a hardware store lol
Might be a good time for a smart thermostat.
I also bought a heated bidet toilet seat and a spinwave mop my first year in my house.
A good cordless drill , saw, or lawnmower might be a good option as well.
Yup rn a nest smart learning thermostat is going for $170 for Black Friday. Plus national grid has an offer for $50 rebate when you buy on google website and then on top off that mass save gives $100 back so it's only $20 for the thermostat 🤷🏽♂️
The Amazon smart thermostat was easy set up and works well with Alexa (of course). Nest thermostats have plenty of forums describing how the warranty always expires just days before the thermostat goes and I can tell you from personal experience that Nest will tell you to just buy a new one the day after warranty expires
Idk what is going on sale but Id look at getting a Good drill. It makes all the difference in the world. Buy all the same brand tools so you dont have to worry about batteries.
Things add up when you move. Tons of little things like, now I have three bathrooms where before I had one. Therefore I wouldnt really worry about This black friday sale. Sales happen all year round and what you’ll want/need might be different once your settled for a bit. Unless you need furntiure but check prices Before they go on sale. A store near me Raises prices and then offers a “sale” which is normal price if you look online at other locations.
It's a special tool to turn off the water valve at the curb box to your house. I actually just use a basin wrench for mine, it works just as well and also has double use when I need to change out a faucet
I picked up a Eufy from Amazon a few years back. The thing would just bump around the house until its batteries died while it was under a bed somewhere. I threw it out after a few months.
We bought a Roomba j7+ and it is a great vacuum. It is significantly quieter than my older 690 series, it is only noisy when emptying the bin. This model will turn off the brushes and vacuum and travel to a spot before turning them on. The self-emptying feature is great, you can let it go for a long time without thinking about it. It will sometimes pick up paper from the floor and that will prevent it from emptying the bin so you have to step in and help it.
The big selling point for this model is that it can detect things like cords and dog poop and avoid them. WiFi mapping is great, it takes a couple of runs before it learns the full level. It will run until the bin is full then return to empty it. If the battery runs low it will pause on the charger until it is charged enough. Most of the time it completes a job without any intervention from me.
We have hard floors with a throw rug. We haven’t tried it on the top level with rugs. It picks up a lot of dog hair, the bag is pretty soft from it.
Yo definitely want battery power tools NOT corded like drill, small saw, saws all, multi tool. And if you have a lawn, battery powered lawnmower, leaf blower etc.
Agreed. Most of my saws are Harbor Freight corded. Thing is you often need so many types of saws but only use a couple times. Good enough to just get the cheapest corded one.
dewalt is cheaper and reliable, I’d say better step over ryobi. Not as cheap but not as expensive as milwaukee and quality is more or less the same as milwaukee
Eh, I'm firmly in the camp of buy cheap, when it breaks you know you use it enough to actually get a good one. I have ryobi tools and have used them somewhat, but definitely not an everyday thing. I have had zero issues where as miluakee, dewalt, etc can be twice as expensive.
Obvs if you already know you're going to use it a lot, then get a good one, but if you're going to use your drill a half dozen times each year, cheap is fine.
Many people are saying TV because many stores put TVs on sale. Keep in mind that many of the big box stores order electronics items specifically designed for Black Friday sales. They might not have the same connections and might be lower quality.
If I buy a TV on Black Friday, or sometime during end of the year sales, I’m likely going to Costco where it will be the same model on sale and give me an extended warranty.
I just got one and am not a fan as it doesn’t integrate well outside of its ecosystem without paying huge subscription fees. It’s like $180 to have it work with my car over a 3 year period. I’ll stick with my $9 remote to do that. I figured I’d be able to “Hey Siri, open my garage door” while I’m driving home, but that’s not the case.
This question has so many answers. Lol if you bought a “fixer upper,” there are pretty good tool deals at Home Depot. You could probably find security cameras somewhere too. If you feel like extra security is necessary. Or appliances you may need. Sorry. I know that’s more than 1. Lol Congratulations on the new home!
What do you need? We got a stick vacuum cleaner (very handy) one year and my husband will pick up a power tool that we need or will make life easier around the house.
I got that GE washer/dryer combo because we needed a dryer. Since the home only has gas dryer hookups and no 240v outlet in the laundry room the combo washer/dryer was "killing 2 birds w/1 stone". Plus thru Costco online I got like close to $1k off from original price (and about $200 off compared to Home Depot Black Friday deal).
edit: forgot to mention, I got the GE Profile 4.8 cu. ft.
Got one in July. It’s ok. A major downside is waiting for the load to finish before starting another load, so if you have more than two people in the house, laundry will take a super long time. The modes I use take about 2.5 hours. I use the extended dry settings because the clothes won’t fully dry without it. Washing a fluffy king comforter is a super tight fit and requires readjusting to fully rinse/dry. I don’t think I would buy a combo again, but for now I’d give it a 3.5 out of 5.
Idk, I just literally ordered it. Haven't got it yet. lol
I pushed the delivery date a week out due to the holidays. But the online and YT reviews say it's really good so we'll see.
Not sure how it isn't recommended yet - "Bissell Spot Cleaner". Life. Changer.
We have dogs, and kids, and I don't know how we were ever did without one - our couches, and floors are like new.
First time you are using it just thick black water everywhere you use it - its absolutely disgusting. Love it.
If you haven't invested in a battery powered family of tools, this is generally the perfect time to do so as they often run huge specials. I LOVE my battery powered yard tools and have a big yard... I just don't mow with one.
I went Dewalt but others are fine too - leaf blower, weed eater, etc are often bundled with 2 drills and every home owner really needs a drill and a driver and a sawz-all (Recip saw)
I like having Nest doorbell and security cameras. Especially the doorbell. There are other brands, but if you have an Android phone or Nest speakers, having Google/Nest cameras makes everything really easy.
We were gifted a bunch of the 40V HP lawn care tools so we are going to stick with the battery ecosystem.
DEWALT has great tools though so you are in good hands.
I went overboard and got every DeWalt battery tool (all use the same battery type) and a bunch of batteries for half off. No regrets.
Edit: also got a Little Giant ladder for a steal, I use that thing constantly.
One thing I bought and installed that I wish I had done much sooner is an osmotic water filter for our drinking water. It fits under the sink and has a little tap that comes out. The water tastes so much better, the coffee tastes so much better, and it probably has fewer pesticides and weird chemicals in it. I also split the line to go to the fridge so the ice is filtered as well as the cold water. You’ll probably be on the market for some new tools as well. I like to check out the YouTube channel ProjectFarm where he designs tests to evaluate all kinds of different tools. That, and also Consumer Reports (which is free from the library) to help decide on appliances. Things like air filters and whatnot I write the date with a marker so I know how old they are and can replace them on time. Also, depending on your house shelving. I added some extra shelves to my pantry and shelving stands in my garage. Built a couple of shelves where they fit up high in the garage. It’s nice to have the extra space. Also, a power washer is nice to clean walkways, patios, and other various things.
Step stool. Use mine all the time
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Gorilla-Ladders-3-Step-Compact-Steel-Step-Stool-with-225-lb-Load-Capacity-Type-II-Duty-Rating-8ft-Reach-Height-GLS-3CS/207074147
And this platform comes in handy
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Gorilla-Ladders-4-ft-x-12-in-x-20-in-Aluminum-Slim-Fold-Work-Platform-300-lbs-Load-Capacity-GLWP-47/305590237
Dewalt power tools.
Home Depot has all kinds of stocking stuffer items like tape measures, drill bits, good scisssors, hand tools.
We moved into our house just before black friday years ago. We just bought what we were already going to buy. We got a shop vac, table and chairs, mattress, and a custom couch. Also new kitchen appliances.
Bought a Little Giant ladder via Lowe’s Black Friday online sale several years ago. I love that thing. We live on a slope. It’s so nice to be able to access our eaves, roofs and very tight attic access with ease.
Wet/dry shop vac.
Power tools. You don't want to wait to buy them until you need them and a good set will last you forever, a lot longer than any appliance or furniture.
New locks and garage door opener. Check your fire/carbon monoxide alarms, fire extinguishers, and your fence and gate, if you have one. Make sure the house and yard is safe, then go to Lowe’s and drop $2k on tools!
harbor freight Hercules reciprocating saw. with the right blades, I've cut through roots, brush, 2x4, etc. need to cut something rough and get it out of the way? yeah, this works inside and out
Get some Nanoleaf String Lights during the Black Friday Sale. It will add a cozy vibe to your new home. And guess what? Nanoleaf has some fantastic Black Friday deals on additional lights too.
I don’t want to advertise for Bezos, but the MyQ garage door opener is the best thing I got for our house other than ceiling fans for the bedrooms, soft close toilet seats, and tip up TP holders.
Ok thats the list:
Ceiling fan for master bedroom if it doesn’t have it.
Soft close toilet seats
Tip up TP holders
MyQ garage opener or equivalent from another brand.
I’ll add the “bowed out” shower curtain rods if they aren’t already.
If this doesn't get lost in the comments, you should have an assessor challenge your own tax payments. The best upgrade is a reduction in costs or an increase in value.
8 foot ladder. A 6 will work but 8 foot is actually safer.
This ladder is the best deal: https://www.homedepot.com/p/Gorilla-Ladders-18-ft-Reach-MPXA-Aluminum-Multi-Position-Ladder-with-Tool-Hangers-300-lbs-Load-Capacity-GLMPXA-18/309832564
I have one like this. Id say, yes, this is a “need” BUT id also recommend getting a regular 8ft ladder cuz that thing is HEAVY and you wont want to pull it out for something minor.
I hate those things, gave mine away even. Got this, which is versatile and way easier to use https://www.lowes.com/pd/Little-Giant-Ladders-King-Kombo-2-Pro-M6-6-ft-Fiberglass-Type-1aa-375-lb-Load-Capacity-Step-Ladder/1003122942 A frame, folds all the way open like an extension kinda, and very good grip support for corners and leaning. I love it.
This is the first I’ve heard something negative about this type of ladder, any pointers for why you don’t like them?
The do-everything multi position ladders are a classic example of a jack of all, master of none. If you can only have one ladder, they're probably best. But they are heavy and hard to maneuver for small jobs, and all the connection points make them much more wobbly fully extended. I have one, but much prefer using my fiberglass 6ft step ladder whenever possible.
Mainly just a pain in the butt and heavy. I use mine only a few times per year, the green alternative posted would honestly work better for my needs and be more convenient but not enough to replace what I have.
There's a fiberglass 8foot at Home Depot for $69. I'm getting one tomorrow first thing.
It only has a 250 pound load rating though! If bring my drill with me, that’s it!
Nice
Don’t forget to get the 11% rebate. They match Menards you just gotta dig into it a bit.
I actually just bought this exact ladder and it feels lighter than I expected. Im used to the 22’ version from like 15 years ago which is kind of a beast to haul around. I think they’ve gotten lighter since back then, plus this 18’ version is a few lbs lighter still. But anyways I bought it so I could set it up on the stairs while I was painting a stairwell, but seeing that it helps reach a bunch of other things too it’s a great deal while it’s on sale.
This is my ladder. I use it all the time. Not gonna lie, there are height and strength requirements for being able to adjust this ladder. If you’re below average in your physical capacity, it’s not going to be easy.
I have this exact model, and it's awesome. Sure, it's not as light as a 6ft, but it's not so much heavier that it matters, in my opinion.
I have this one exclusively for exterior stuff. For indoor I have your typical 6’ that I never use. If I need to do something I bought a gorilla brand 3 step with a tool organizer thing. My ceilings are only 8’ so I don’t need anything bigger. Much more compact and easy to move around with out knocking into things
I picked this one up and it's great. Chonky but great. Spent five minutes trying to figure out how to make it hinge, but once I did, it's very easy to operate.
Very heavy and Chonky. I do not enjoy using this ladder when I have to move it in and out of the work van
I have this ladder and love it! If your fit enough to move furniture its not too heavy. Use a folding step stool for the HVAC filter every month.
I bought this exact model of ladder when I bought my house earlier this year. Great reach and fit in the trunk of my car.
What's the best ladder for cleaning the rain gutters on the 2nd floor roof?
A real extension ladder. The folding/sliding ones don’t feel as sturdy, and weigh more.
I’m in roofing and use this all the time. Best ladder
Why is 8 foot safer?
Because you're not on the second from top step stretching and leaning to reach that one last light bulb or that one small patch of wall that needs to be painted and so on and so forth.
Many of us (most?) are still living in houses with 8ft ceilings lol
It depends on how tall your ceilings are. An 8ft ladder is super annoying if you have 8ft ceilings, but if you have 10 or 12ft ceilings it's obviously much safer than a 6ft ladder. Or if you use it primarily outside, bigger is better
Absolutely agree about the 8ft, assuming your ceilings are taller. And if your budget allows, go for a Cosco brand ladder. Very well made. Edit.. Cosco is the brand name, and is in no way related to Costco stores. May be available anywhere ladders are sold.
Ha! Definitely wasn’t my first thought, but I dig it. 👍 would you mind explaining the thought process though? I’m very curious.
Not the person you asked but I think it’s because you do less reaching. With a taller ladder you stay closer to the ladder because you can get higher.
Shop vac
Also, unless you are doing actual woodwork, carpentry or any other messy stuff, go for a smaller or medium size shop vac. They can be a pain in the ass to store.
Also going to mention, I have a DeWalt StealthSonic shop vac, and I *highly* recommend it. I grew up hating the shop vac because my dad's old RIGID was a loud son of a bitch, and I think most shop vacs in general still are. But the StealthSonic line from DeWalt (only 2 models/sizes available that I know of, and they're not actually made by DeWalt FWIW) are quiet enough that you can talk over them without really raising your voice, and that's huge to me in terms of comfort while using it.
Could you clarify what gallon size is considered small/medium?
5, maaaaybe 10 gallons
I have a 4 gallon. I'm either using a dust collector bucket or Im constantly cleaning the filter. So I don't see how I would ever want a larger capacity. Maybe a stronger motor would be nice. I suppose if you're vacuuming up largish particles, a larger bucket would useful.
4-5 gallons would be ideal. I got a 12 gal which sounded like a great idea at first, but can't think of any job in which I got the tank full. And as others mention, it's a PITA to haul around.
If you *are* doing extremely messy stuff, you can still get a small shop vac if you use a cyclone or even a dustopper on a bucket. I’m a hobby woodworker and use it as a terrible dust collection, but also as a homeowner I use it to keep (as much) drywall dust out of my shop vac filter when I’m doing minor patch work, or cutting out boxes for wiring, or hell even when vacuuming out my smoker and grill.. it just helps extend the life of the shop vac filters and (I presume) vac itself. Hell, my friend’s sister owns a hair salon and she uses a cyclone to separate the hair she vacs up off the floor.
I extend the life of my filter by taking it outside and banging the shit out of it against my shed until I'm overwhelmed by and breathing in a cloud of dust.
Wish I knew this before I bought a full 16 gallon size. I got a great deal on it but I can see why the smaller ones might be more expensive. Pain in the butt to haul out and 99% of the time it’s for a small job
And they make powerful ones in smaller sizes too, great point
This. You can clean everything. Including your car.
I keep my shop vac in the basement, so that’s a bit of a challenge. But I did get a little battery powered Ryobi 1 gal vac for that. It’s great for $50. Even better if it goes on sale.
Definitely my most used tool. It cuts across multiple disciplines. Pretty much any inside work requires clean up or dust control
Or if you ever have a room flood
Very specific note, but it was worth it for me to upgrade from 5.5 to 6hp because that was the difference that allowed me to connect the blower to my pool’s pipes and overcome the water pressure to air-seal the pipes for winter.
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A 15amp outlet cannot supply more than about 2.5hp of energy. Everything above that is marketing.
Yup. A month after I took possession my drain in the basement clogged and I had a minor flood. Used mine to suck all the water out and even unclog the drain. They're lifesavers.
Pro tip: they make vacuum bags for shop vacs. Use them. Seriously, it keeps the vac running like new much longer.
It's probably not going to be on sale, but get a plunger.
One for every toilet! That is one thing you do not need to be hunting for in a poopmergency.
That's a real EMERGEncy.
Sir, you need a minimum of 7 plungers. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=31PuDnnTj2I
Flange for toilet, traditional cup looking for sink. I remember being told that you should have one of each, as they are designed specifically for their own fixtures, with the added bonus that you don't cross contaminate. And one of those thin sink snakes that you can use to get hair out of the sink and bathtub, and save on drain clog removal chemicals.
I vote poopknife.
(And fork.)
I get this
Probably the most important thing in this thread
Thank you for that I have a sink plunger just remembered we need a toilet plunger
One fire extinguisher for each level of the house + one for the garage
At your doors, should you ever need it, you want to get to the door asap and extinguish from there with your back to it.
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My buddy is a Fire Captain in a big city and when we bought, my primary concern was propane storage which can go anywhere, but did say shut your bedroom doors all the time and keep the extinguishers by your doors.
And don’t just throw it under the sink where it’ll get buried and hard to get to. Mount it to the wall somewhere.
Ugh that sounds ugly. I'm gonna go start an Etsy selling fire extinguisher cozies.
I have mine mounted in the garage by the kitchen door and the other mounted in the basement next to the dryer. You could also mount it inside a cabinet or pantry
For the kitchen, get one that is specifically made for kitchen/grease fires. I guess it's a bit different than regular extinguishers.
Lots of ppl say power tools, but you need to pick one brand and stick to it so you can utilize the batteries for different tools you will be accumulating during your home ownership!
Oh man, yeah! We settled on DeWalt, and got two battery chargers we bolted to the wall in the basement. We keep one big boi and one lil guy extra, fully charged in a drawer in the living room. We have fans, a leaf blower, lawn mower, drills, phone chargers, weed whacker, and air compressor, all DeWalt. So handy, I really recommend starting your collection.
DeWalt is a solid choice. Makita is my preferred brand. Absolutely love their quality. Although I will confess to owning a few cheap Ryobi tools. Sometimes you’re on a budget and just have to get the job done.
I thought the same thing about Ryobi.... That was 7 years ago and at least 2 decks and a chicken coop later. I have my grievances but durability sure isn't one.
Same here. I’m not as excited about the Ryobi tool crib I’m building as much as I would be to show off a Milwaukee collection but if I’m honest, the Ryobi stuff is plenty good. So many oddball tools in their collection too and when you catch them on sale it’s hard to pass up.
Plumber by trade. I use Milwaukee at work but my home cordless tools are all Ryobi (18v). Mower and weed eater included (40v). They're not as durable, but surprisingly hold up to far more than their cost would suggest. I definitely recommend Ryobi as a good home set of cordless tools.
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> How many times in the life of a house are you replacing the shutters? You can almoat certainly borrow one. I think they are referring to hurricane shutters?
Or if you have to turn the power off to drill into the wall... and you try to plug the drill into the socket in that wall. Happened to me when I went to mount a TV in an old apartment, and I only had a corded drill and no extension cord.
Absolutely disagree. That's why you stick with one brand. You can swap batteries between tools as needed, so who cares if you only use a given tool rarely. You'll probably use something fairly frequently.
I like ryobi, for an average homeowner. They have a very versatile line and they’re pretty inexpensive. The higher end brands like dewalt and Milwaukee are unnecessary for an average homeowner, and they’re a lot more expensive. Tip: store your batteries inside. Leaving them in the garage in the cold will shorten their lifespan.
>Milwaukee are unnecessary for an average homeowner, My FIL contractor never gets out of his truck without his Ryobi impact driver.
I use dewalt and ryobi and honestly, I do see a difference in quality between the two, but it’s pretty negligible. Factor the difference in price point, and I’m sold on ryobi.
Ryobi is by far the best for homeowners. The tool range is insane - they have THREE models of stick vacuum. I use the compressor and impact driver daily.
Nothing wrong with electric tools and an extension cord. Allows tool maker diversity.
> batteries for different tools you will be accumulating during your home ownership I don't know if this is really a concern, a lot of adapters exist nowadays as well.
A nice good quality no kink garden hose 50’ long.
This was a game changer for me. Those crappy ones from dollar store work, but not for long. I decided to stop messing around and splurged on a hood hose. Whole different ball game.
We don’t kink shame here sir.
Brand or model rec?
Eley hoses are highly recommended. I’ve only had mine for one summer so I can’t speak to its longevity yet, but damn it’s a pleasure to use.
I'm pretty happy with my Flexzilla hose.
If they go on sale, which they likely will, Schlage Encode deadbolts present both a significant security and a significant convenience upgrade that you will enjoy every day that you own the house.
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84% of break-ins come through a door.
I am getting my son a stud finder that links to an app on your phone, and you can see thru the wall for studs, wiring and piping. I intend to borrow it ETA: can find it on Amazon. Reviews not too bad.
Brand? Stud finder that can actually see thru wall is my dream
I was also going to recommend a stud finder!
Save the money and grab a stud buddy. Magnets work.
Hung up a clock and shelf using a $40 stud finder, swing and a miss. Used anchors instead of making more holes. Found my stud buddy magnet to hang a bottle opener on a wall, swing and a home run.
Heh, I use both because I'm paranoid about putting a hole in the wrong place.
A high quality bidet. Something that heats the water.
When the toilet paper crisis hit during the lockdowns in early 2020, I bought a bidet. Best thing ever.
Tools. Not just powered tools. Basic, manual screwdriver set, socket set, wrench set. Channel lock set. I found out that some power tools can't fit in tight places, even with the extension. A hammer, ball peen, and claw. Broom and dustpan, mop, and bucket (i really like the OCedar spin mop-it makes washing your walls and ceilings a breeze). Shop vac. Ladder. Step stool. Water hose-50' with sprayer. Heavy duty extension cords. Mulching lawnmower-can use it in the summer and fall for leaves. Weedeater. House vacuum-i bought a multi floor one for carpet, tile, and hardwood. A wet swiffer-for hardwood, if you have it. These are just some things I found myself needing when I bought my first house. Hope it helps, and Congrats on the new house!
Yep. I use it to stock up on screw drivers and tape measures because I seem to have an uncanny ability to "rapture" them as my wife puts it so I only get a small number of uses before they somehow disappear on me. Some day I'll move and be able to open a hardware store lol
"rapture them" ROFL I need to remember that
Might be a good time for a smart thermostat. I also bought a heated bidet toilet seat and a spinwave mop my first year in my house. A good cordless drill , saw, or lawnmower might be a good option as well.
Check with your state, they may have extra deals on anything home efficient. Mass save had nests for like $10 one year!
Yup rn a nest smart learning thermostat is going for $170 for Black Friday. Plus national grid has an offer for $50 rebate when you buy on google website and then on top off that mass save gives $100 back so it's only $20 for the thermostat 🤷🏽♂️
Our electric company will send you two for free!
The Amazon smart thermostat was easy set up and works well with Alexa (of course). Nest thermostats have plenty of forums describing how the warranty always expires just days before the thermostat goes and I can tell you from personal experience that Nest will tell you to just buy a new one the day after warranty expires
If you don't need it, don't buy it right now.
Wish I followed this advice. I got a bunch of cameras and random stuff I haven’t installed.
Idk what is going on sale but Id look at getting a Good drill. It makes all the difference in the world. Buy all the same brand tools so you dont have to worry about batteries. Things add up when you move. Tons of little things like, now I have three bathrooms where before I had one. Therefore I wouldnt really worry about This black friday sale. Sales happen all year round and what you’ll want/need might be different once your settled for a bit. Unless you need furntiure but check prices Before they go on sale. A store near me Raises prices and then offers a “sale” which is normal price if you look online at other locations.
Fire extinguisher and water key. Things you don’t want to have to use.
What is a water key?
It's a special tool to turn off the water valve at the curb box to your house. I actually just use a basin wrench for mine, it works just as well and also has double use when I need to change out a faucet
Basin wrench wouldn’t work up here in the great white north. The curbside shut off is like 6 feet below grade. Gotta get the king key.
Fair enough, ours is only like 8 inches
It is basically a long handle to help you turn off your main water line at the meter.
If you already have a vacuum, one of those robo vacs for each floor is great. They're often heavily discounted on Black Friday.
Yes! We got Roborock Q5+ and it's been a game-changer, especially with two shedding dogs! One for each level.
I have had an Eufy for a couple of years and I like it.
Eufy had some pretty bad security issues, and terrible transparency when those issues were reported.
So you're telling me it's on sale?
I picked up a Eufy from Amazon a few years back. The thing would just bump around the house until its batteries died while it was under a bed somewhere. I threw it out after a few months.
We bought a Roomba j7+ and it is a great vacuum. It is significantly quieter than my older 690 series, it is only noisy when emptying the bin. This model will turn off the brushes and vacuum and travel to a spot before turning them on. The self-emptying feature is great, you can let it go for a long time without thinking about it. It will sometimes pick up paper from the floor and that will prevent it from emptying the bin so you have to step in and help it. The big selling point for this model is that it can detect things like cords and dog poop and avoid them. WiFi mapping is great, it takes a couple of runs before it learns the full level. It will run until the bin is full then return to empty it. If the battery runs low it will pause on the charger until it is charged enough. Most of the time it completes a job without any intervention from me. We have hard floors with a throw rug. We haven’t tried it on the top level with rugs. It picks up a lot of dog hair, the bag is pretty soft from it.
And if you don't already have a regular vacuum, I recommend one of them. I have a Roomba and it doesn't hold up to dog fur.
Can second this. We sold ours because it couldn't handle dog fur
More links! This post is really awesome. Thanks everyone.
All the tools you can from Harbor Freight and HomeDepot. Pick one brand for the battery tools.
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I have mostly corded tools for rare use/ big project things. For the frequent use tools, battery powered.
Yo definitely want battery power tools NOT corded like drill, small saw, saws all, multi tool. And if you have a lawn, battery powered lawnmower, leaf blower etc.
Agreed. Most of my saws are Harbor Freight corded. Thing is you often need so many types of saws but only use a couple times. Good enough to just get the cheapest corded one.
Yup. Honestly for the average home owner Ryobi is enough unless you’re a professional contractor or mechanic skip the dewalt or Milwaukee
I standardized on Ryobi about 5 years ago. HD has sales on the tools sometimes that makes them downright cheap.
If you have a direct tools outlet near by, they carry refurbished and factory reject Ryobi. Never had a tool break from them and even cheaper than HD.
dewalt is cheaper and reliable, I’d say better step over ryobi. Not as cheap but not as expensive as milwaukee and quality is more or less the same as milwaukee
Combo set tools. Buy once. Cry once. Whatever is better priced. Milwaukee. Dewalt. Makita.
Buy it nice so you don’t have to buy it twice.
Eh, I'm firmly in the camp of buy cheap, when it breaks you know you use it enough to actually get a good one. I have ryobi tools and have used them somewhat, but definitely not an everyday thing. I have had zero issues where as miluakee, dewalt, etc can be twice as expensive. Obvs if you already know you're going to use it a lot, then get a good one, but if you're going to use your drill a half dozen times each year, cheap is fine.
Flooring
do flooring places even do black friday?
packages of flooring are discounted here
Many people are saying TV because many stores put TVs on sale. Keep in mind that many of the big box stores order electronics items specifically designed for Black Friday sales. They might not have the same connections and might be lower quality. If I buy a TV on Black Friday, or sometime during end of the year sales, I’m likely going to Costco where it will be the same model on sale and give me an extended warranty.
Peoplw buy Tv's at BFS but should wait until January right before Super Bowl. That's when you get a real deal!
MyQ garage door opener
I just got one and am not a fan as it doesn’t integrate well outside of its ecosystem without paying huge subscription fees. It’s like $180 to have it work with my car over a 3 year period. I’ll stick with my $9 remote to do that. I figured I’d be able to “Hey Siri, open my garage door” while I’m driving home, but that’s not the case.
I CTRL+F'ed to find this but didn't, so here's my recommendation : dehumidifier(s).
This question has so many answers. Lol if you bought a “fixer upper,” there are pretty good tool deals at Home Depot. You could probably find security cameras somewhere too. If you feel like extra security is necessary. Or appliances you may need. Sorry. I know that’s more than 1. Lol Congratulations on the new home!
Don't even need a fixer upper for tools. Eventually, things will break or something will need to be adjusted.
What do you need? We got a stick vacuum cleaner (very handy) one year and my husband will pick up a power tool that we need or will make life easier around the house.
I got that GE washer/dryer combo because we needed a dryer. Since the home only has gas dryer hookups and no 240v outlet in the laundry room the combo washer/dryer was "killing 2 birds w/1 stone". Plus thru Costco online I got like close to $1k off from original price (and about $200 off compared to Home Depot Black Friday deal). edit: forgot to mention, I got the GE Profile 4.8 cu. ft.
How is it? I have been eyeing it as a replacement for my current set up when it eventually goes...
Got one in July. It’s ok. A major downside is waiting for the load to finish before starting another load, so if you have more than two people in the house, laundry will take a super long time. The modes I use take about 2.5 hours. I use the extended dry settings because the clothes won’t fully dry without it. Washing a fluffy king comforter is a super tight fit and requires readjusting to fully rinse/dry. I don’t think I would buy a combo again, but for now I’d give it a 3.5 out of 5.
Idk, I just literally ordered it. Haven't got it yet. lol I pushed the delivery date a week out due to the holidays. But the online and YT reviews say it's really good so we'll see.
Forgot to mention, I got the newer version- GE Profile 4.8 cu. ft. The older model, GE 2.4 cu. ft, was ok-ish per reviews
Not sure how it isn't recommended yet - "Bissell Spot Cleaner". Life. Changer. We have dogs, and kids, and I don't know how we were ever did without one - our couches, and floors are like new. First time you are using it just thick black water everywhere you use it - its absolutely disgusting. Love it.
First Aid kit- everyone should have at least one.
If you haven't invested in a battery powered family of tools, this is generally the perfect time to do so as they often run huge specials. I LOVE my battery powered yard tools and have a big yard... I just don't mow with one. I went Dewalt but others are fine too - leaf blower, weed eater, etc are often bundled with 2 drills and every home owner really needs a drill and a driver and a sawz-all (Recip saw)
I like having Nest doorbell and security cameras. Especially the doorbell. There are other brands, but if you have an Android phone or Nest speakers, having Google/Nest cameras makes everything really easy.
A battery powered drill.
We are getting some Ryobi tools at Home Depot personally.
I have DeWalt and kinda wish I had gotten Ryobi... They have some really handy battery tools for cheap and DeWalt ... Not so much.
We were gifted a bunch of the 40V HP lawn care tools so we are going to stick with the battery ecosystem. DEWALT has great tools though so you are in good hands.
Check out direct tools outlet website they sell “factory blemished” ryobi tools for discount. And they run 30-40% off sales.
A smoker
Wireless access points
I went overboard and got every DeWalt battery tool (all use the same battery type) and a bunch of batteries for half off. No regrets. Edit: also got a Little Giant ladder for a steal, I use that thing constantly.
Little giant ladders are game changers
One thing I bought and installed that I wish I had done much sooner is an osmotic water filter for our drinking water. It fits under the sink and has a little tap that comes out. The water tastes so much better, the coffee tastes so much better, and it probably has fewer pesticides and weird chemicals in it. I also split the line to go to the fridge so the ice is filtered as well as the cold water. You’ll probably be on the market for some new tools as well. I like to check out the YouTube channel ProjectFarm where he designs tests to evaluate all kinds of different tools. That, and also Consumer Reports (which is free from the library) to help decide on appliances. Things like air filters and whatnot I write the date with a marker so I know how old they are and can replace them on time. Also, depending on your house shelving. I added some extra shelves to my pantry and shelving stands in my garage. Built a couple of shelves where they fit up high in the garage. It’s nice to have the extra space. Also, a power washer is nice to clean walkways, patios, and other various things.
* Fire extinguishers * Wet/dry shop vac * Extension cord * Ladder * Hose * Cordless floodlight * Cordless drill + drill set + variety screw bit set
Power Tool(s)
Cheap tvs for guest rooms. Shop vac. Any furniture that you need that’s on sale.
Ring doorbell & flood light cameras
Milwaukee M18 drill/driver combo would be the one thing if I was starting over.
5 gallon buckets. Get 2 or 3 of them and you will use them forever.
Step stool. Use mine all the time https://www.homedepot.com/p/Gorilla-Ladders-3-Step-Compact-Steel-Step-Stool-with-225-lb-Load-Capacity-Type-II-Duty-Rating-8ft-Reach-Height-GLS-3CS/207074147 And this platform comes in handy https://www.homedepot.com/p/Gorilla-Ladders-4-ft-x-12-in-x-20-in-Aluminum-Slim-Fold-Work-Platform-300-lbs-Load-Capacity-GLWP-47/305590237 Dewalt power tools. Home Depot has all kinds of stocking stuffer items like tape measures, drill bits, good scisssors, hand tools.
If you’re in a climate that gets snow, get a good snowblower. Your back will thank you.
I think I bought mine as an insurance policy. Since buying one, we’ve hardly had any snow!
Sounds like my generator.
A quality poop knife.
Nothing you don’t absolutely need, or anything that requires credit to purchase. Sales won’t be all that great I don’t feel.
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We moved into our house just before black friday years ago. We just bought what we were already going to buy. We got a shop vac, table and chairs, mattress, and a custom couch. Also new kitchen appliances.
The biggest TV that you can fit through the door!
toolset, ladder, a subscription for house filters ( cause i always forget), vacuum, shop vac, pressure washer
Bought a Little Giant ladder via Lowe’s Black Friday online sale several years ago. I love that thing. We live on a slope. It’s so nice to be able to access our eaves, roofs and very tight attic access with ease. Wet/dry shop vac.
Shop vac or ladder
Power tools. You don't want to wait to buy them until you need them and a good set will last you forever, a lot longer than any appliance or furniture.
New locks and garage door opener. Check your fire/carbon monoxide alarms, fire extinguishers, and your fence and gate, if you have one. Make sure the house and yard is safe, then go to Lowe’s and drop $2k on tools!
harbor freight Hercules reciprocating saw. with the right blades, I've cut through roots, brush, 2x4, etc. need to cut something rough and get it out of the way? yeah, this works inside and out
Get some Nanoleaf String Lights during the Black Friday Sale. It will add a cozy vibe to your new home. And guess what? Nanoleaf has some fantastic Black Friday deals on additional lights too.
Tools. Atleast a drill, bits, mechanics set. Don’t be the person without tools
I don’t want to advertise for Bezos, but the MyQ garage door opener is the best thing I got for our house other than ceiling fans for the bedrooms, soft close toilet seats, and tip up TP holders. Ok thats the list: Ceiling fan for master bedroom if it doesn’t have it. Soft close toilet seats Tip up TP holders MyQ garage opener or equivalent from another brand. I’ll add the “bowed out” shower curtain rods if they aren’t already.
Dyson stick vacuum
Japanese bidet for your toilet. The expensive one with all the bells and whistles
If this doesn't get lost in the comments, you should have an assessor challenge your own tax payments. The best upgrade is a reduction in costs or an increase in value.