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2016 Homeowner and Do It Yourself Gift Guide

My wife and I have been renting apartments, condos, and homes since we were in college, but we finally bought our first home a few months ago. It's an older home, and we bought the home knowing that we would be doing a lot of upgrades and projects to modernize the home and make it perfect for us. Though we knew we would spend some money buying a house, we couldn't believe how many trips to the hardware store, crews at our house, and orders on Amazon we made. For a couple of months it felt like our expenses would never end. If you know a homeowner who likes doing projects around the house, here are a number of items to make their life better, their home a little nicer, and their weekends a lot more fun.

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Books

How Your House Works: A Visual Guide

How Your House Works: A Visual Guide to Understanding and Maintaining Your Home, Updated and Expanded

Under Twenty Dollars
Under $20
How Your House Works: A Visual Guide to Understanding and Maintaining Your Home, Updated and Expanded
– Learn More About the How Your House Works: A Visual Guide
– Get a Great Price and Order on Amazon

Complete Do It Yourself Manual

The Complete Do-it-Yourself Manual Newly Updated

Under Twenty Dollars
Under $20
The Complete Do-it-Yourself Manual Newly Updated
– Learn More About the Complete Do It Yourself Manual
– Get a Great Price and Order on Amazon
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Gear

Magnetic Wrist Band

Magnetic Wristband,Aieternal Super Strong Magnets Surround Almost Entire Wrist Keeps Screws, Nails and Light Tools Handy While Working.

Under Ten Dollars
Under $10
Magnetic Wristband,Aieternal Super Strong Magnets Surround Almost Entire Wrist Keeps Screws, Nails and Light Tools Handy While Working.
– Learn More About the Magnetic Wrist Band
– Get a Great Price and Order on Amazon
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Power Tools

Drill Accessory Set

DEWALT DWA2T40IR IMPACT READY FlexTorq Screw Driving Set, 40-Piece

Under Twenty Dollars
Under $20
DEWALT DWA2T40IR IMPACT READY FlexTorq Screw Driving Set, 40-Piece
– Learn More About the Drill Accessory Set
– Get a Great Price and Order on Amazon

Drill Bit Set

DEWALT DW1361 Titanium Pilot Point Drill Bit Set, 21-Piece

Under Twenty Dollars
Under $20
DEWALT DW1361 Titanium Pilot Point Drill Bit Set, 21-Piece
– Learn More About the Drill Bit Set
– Get a Great Price and Order on Amazon

Universal Socket Adapter

XY ZONE ETC-120A Multi-function Universal Socket Adapter With Power Drill Adapter

Under Ten Dollars
Under $10
XY ZONE ETC-120A Multi-function Universal Socket Adapter With Power Drill Adapter
– Learn More About the Universal Socket Adapter
– Get a Great Price and Order on Amazon

Dremel Rotary Tool Set

Dremel 3000-2/28 2 Attachments/28 Accessories Rotary Tool

Under Twenty Dollars
Under $50
Dremel 3000-2/28 2 Attachments/28 Accessories Rotary Tool
– Learn More About the Dremel Rotary Tool Set
– Get a Great Price and Order on Amazon

Advanced Dremel Rotary Tool Set

Dremel 4000-4/34 High Performance Rotary Tool Kit with Variable Speed Rotary Tool, 4 Attachments and 34 Accessories

Under One Hundred Dollars
Under $100
Dremel 4000-4/34 High Performance Rotary Tool Kit with Variable Speed Rotary Tool, 4 Attachments and 34 Accessories
– Learn More About the Advanced Dremel Rotary Tool Set
– Get a Great Price and Order on Amazon

Cordless Drill Set

Dewalt DCD771C2 20V MAX Cordless Lithium-Ion 1/2 inch Compact Drill Driver Kit

Under One Hundred Dollars
Under $100
Dewalt DCD771C2 20V MAX Cordless Lithium-Ion 1/2 inch Compact Drill Driver Kit
– Learn More About the Cordless Drill Set
– Get a Great Price and Order on Amazon

Portable Table Saw

DEWALT DWE7490X 10-Inch Job Site Table Saw with Scissor Stand

DEWALT DWE7490X 10-Inch Job Site Table Saw with Scissor Stand
– Learn More About the Portable Table Saw
– Get a Great Price and Order on Amazon

Jigsaw

DEWALT DW317K 5.5 Amp Top Handle Jig Saw Kit

Under One Hundred Dollars
Under $100
DEWALT DW317K 5.5 Amp Top Handle Jig Saw Kit
– Learn More About the Jigsaw
– Get a Great Price and Order on Amazon

Circular Saw

DEWALT DWE575SB 7-1/4-Inch Lightweight Circular Saw with Electric Brake

DEWALT DWE575SB 7-1/4-Inch Lightweight Circular Saw with Electric Brake
– Learn More About the Circular Saw
– Get a Great Price and Order on Amazon
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Tech

iPhone Thermal Camera

FLIR ONE Thermal Imager for iOS

Under One Hundred Dollars
Under $100
FLIR ONE Thermal Imager for iOS
– Learn More About the iPhone Thermal Camera
– Get a Great Price and Order on Amazon

Android Thermal Camera

FLIR ONE Thermal Imager for Android

FLIR ONE Thermal Imager for Android
– Learn More About the Android Thermal Camera
– Get a Great Price and Order on Amazon

Infrared Thermometer Leak Detector

Black & Decker TLD100 Thermal Leak Detector

Under Twenty Dollars
Under $50
Black & Decker TLD100 Thermal Leak Detector
– Learn More About the Infrared Thermometer Leak Detector
– Get a Great Price and Order on Amazon
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Tools

Vise Grip Set

IRWIN VISE-GRIP Original Locking Tool Set with Tray, 10 Piece, 1078TRAY

Under One Hundred Dollars
Under $100
IRWIN VISE-GRIP Original Locking Tool Set with Tray, 10 Piece, 1078TRAY
– Learn More About the Vise Grip Set
– Get a Great Price and Order on Amazon

DeWalt Folding Knife

DEWALT DWHT10272 Folding Pocket Knife

Under Five Dollars
Under $5
DEWALT DWHT10272 Folding Pocket Knife
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– Get a Great Price and Order on Amazon

Basic Homeowners Tool Set

Stanley 94-248 65-Piece Homeowner's Tool Kit

Under Twenty Dollars
Under $50
Stanley 94-248 65-Piece Homeowner's Tool Kit
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– Get a Great Price and Order on Amazon

Tool Set

STANLEY STMT73795 Mixed Tool Set, 210-Piece

Under One Hundred Dollars
Under $100
STANLEY STMT73795 Mixed Tool Set, 210-Piece
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– Get a Great Price and Order on Amazon

Laser Measure

Bosch GLM 10 Compact Laser Measure, 35′

Under Twenty Dollars
Under $50
Bosch GLM 10 Compact Laser Measure, 35'
– Learn More About the Laser Measure
– Get a Great Price and Order on Amazon

Stainless Steel Shop-Vac

Shop-Vac 5986000 5-Gallon 4.5 Peak HP Stainless Steel Wet Dry Vacuum

Under One Hundred Dollars
Under $100
Shop-Vac 5986000 5-Gallon 4.5 Peak HP Stainless Steel Wet Dry Vacuum
– Learn More About the Stainless Steel Shop-Vac
– Get a Great Price and Order on Amazon
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Yard Equipment

Hand Leaf Blower

Husqvarna 952711925 125B 28cc 2-Stroke 170 MPH Gas Powered Handheld Blower

Husqvarna 952711925 125B 28cc 2-Stroke 170 MPH Gas Powered Handheld Blower
– Learn More About the Hand Leaf Blower
– Get a Great Price and Order on Amazon

Backpack Leaf Blower

Husqvarna 965877502 350BT 1.6 kW 50.2 cc 7500 rpm 180 MPH Backpack Leaf Blower with 2.1 HP X-Torq engine

Husqvarna 965877502 350BT 1.6 kW 50.2 cc 7500 rpm 180 MPH Backpack Leaf Blower with 2.1 HP X-Torq engine
– Learn More About the Backpack Leaf Blower
– Get a Great Price and Order on Amazon

Easy Start Chainsaw

Husqvarna 450 18-Inch 50.2cc X-Torq 2-Cycle Gas Powered Chain Saw With Smart Start

Husqvarna 450 18-Inch 50.2cc X-Torq 2-Cycle Gas Powered Chain Saw With Smart Start
– Learn More About the Easy Start Chainsaw
– Get a Great Price and Order on Amazon

Brush Cutter

Husqvarna 223R 17-Inch 25cc 2-Stroke Gas Powered Straight Shaft Brushcutter

Husqvarna 223R 17-Inch 25cc 2-Stroke Gas Powered Straight Shaft Brushcutter
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– Get a Great Price and Order on Amazon

Front Wheel Drive Push Mower

Husqvarna HU550FH Briggs 550ex 140cc 3-in-1 Front Wheel Drive Mower in 22-Inch Deck

Husqvarna HU550FH Briggs 550ex 140cc 3-in-1 Front Wheel Drive Mower in 22-Inch Deck
– Learn More About the Front Wheel Drive Push Mower
– Get a Great Price and Order on Amazon

All Wheel Drive Push Mower

Husqvarna 961450026 LC221A 4-in-1 All Wheel Drive Mower, 21″/150cc

Husqvarna 961450026 LC221A 4-in-1 All Wheel Drive Mower, 21"/150cc
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– Get a Great Price and Order on Amazon

Riding Mower

Husqvarna 960430211 YTA18542 18.5 hp Fast Continuously Varilable Transmission Pedal Tractor Mower, 42″

Husqvarna 960430211 YTA18542 18.5 hp Fast Continuously Varilable Transmission Pedal Tractor Mower, 42"
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– Get a Great Price and Order on Amazon

Zero Turn Mower

Husqvarna 967324101 V-Twin 724 cc Zero Turn Mower, 54″

Husqvarna 967324101 V-Twin 724 cc Zero Turn Mower, 54"
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– Get a Great Price and Order on Amazon

Electric Power Washer

Sun Joe SPX1000 1450 PSI 1.45 GPM Electric Pressure Washer, 11.5-Amp

Under One Hundred Dollars
Under $100
Sun Joe SPX1000 1450 PSI 1.45 GPM Electric Pressure Washer, 11.5-Amp
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– Get a Great Price and Order on Amazon

Internet Connected Sprinkler Controller

Rachio Smart Sprinkler Controller, 8 Zone 2nd Generation, Works with Alexa

Rachio Smart Sprinkler Controller, 8 Zone 2nd Generation, Works with Alexa
– Learn More About the Internet Connected Sprinkler Controller
– Get a Great Price and Order on Amazon
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Interchangeable Yard Equipment

Power Head and Weed Whacker

Husqvarna 128LD 17-Inch Straight Shaft Detachable String Trimmer, 28cc

Husqvarna 128LD 17-Inch Straight Shaft Detachable String Trimmer, 28cc
– Learn More About the Power Head and Weed Whacker
– Get a Great Price and Order on Amazon

Edger Attachment

Husqvarna EA850 Heavy Duty Edger Attachment

Husqvarna EA850 Heavy Duty Edger Attachment
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Hedge Trimmer Attachment

Husqvarna 537196605 Hedge Trimmer Attachment, 4-Inch

Husqvarna 537196605 Hedge Trimmer Attachment, 4-Inch
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Snow Gear

Electric Snow Blower

GreenWorks 2600502 13 Amp 20-Inch Corded Snow Thrower

GreenWorks 2600502 13 Amp 20-Inch Corded Snow Thrower
– Learn More About the Electric Snow Blower
– Get a Great Price and Order on Amazon

Electric Start Snow Blower

Briggs & Stratton 1696509 Single Stage Snow Thrower with 750 Snow Series 163cc Engine and Electric Start, 22-Inch

Briggs & Stratton 1696509 Single Stage Snow Thrower with 750 Snow Series 163cc Engine and Electric Start, 22-Inch
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Super Duty Snow Blower with Power Steering

Husqvarna ST230P – 30-Inch 291cc Two Stage Electric Start with Power Steering Snowthrower – 961930101 with $50 Gift Card bundle

Husqvarna ST230P - 30-Inch 291cc Two Stage Electric Start with Power Steering Snowthrower - 961930101 with $50 Gift Card bundle
– Learn More About the Super Duty Snow Blower with Power Steering
– Get a Great Price and Order on Amazon

Big Wheel Snow Shovel

Snow Wolf Fixed Frame Non-folding Commercial Wheeled Snow Shovel

Snow Wolf Fixed Frame Non-folding Commercial Wheeled Snow Shovel
– Learn More About the Big Wheel Snow Shovel
– Get a Great Price and Order on Amazon

Wheeled Shovel

Ohuhu Adjustable Wheeled Snow Pusher Heavy Duty Rolling Snow Shovel

Under One Hundred Dollars
Under $100
Ohuhu Adjustable Wheeled Snow Pusher Heavy Duty Rolling Snow Shovel
– Learn More About the Wheeled Shovel
– Get a Great Price and Order on Amazon

Snow Shovel

True Temper 24-Inch Steel Blade Snow Pusher – 1639300

Under Twenty Dollars
Under $50
True Temper 24-Inch Steel Blade Snow Pusher - 1639300
– Learn More About the Snow Shovel
– Get a Great Price and Order on Amazon

Electric Snow Shovel

Snow Joe 323E 13-Inch 10-Amp Electric Snow Shovel

Under One Hundred Dollars
Under $100
Snow Joe 323E 13-Inch 10-Amp Electric Snow Shovel
– Learn More About the Electric Snow Shovel
– Get a Great Price and Order on Amazon

American Made Ice Buster

Bully Tools 92200 Heavy Duty Sidewalk and Ice Scraper with Long Steel Handle

Under Twenty Dollars
Under $50
Bully Tools 92200 Heavy Duty Sidewalk and Ice Scraper with Long Steel Handle
– Learn More About the American Made Ice Buster
– Get a Great Price and Order on Amazon

Propane Ice Melting Torch

Red Dragon VT 3-30 C 500,000 BTU Heavy Duty Propane Vapor Torch Kit

Under One Hundred Dollars
Under $100
Red Dragon VT 3-30 C 500,000 BTU Heavy Duty Propane Vapor Torch Kit
– Learn More About the Propane Ice Melting Torch
– Get a Great Price and Order on Amazon

Rolling Snow Pusher

Two Wheel Adjustable Height Snow Plow Pusher – 26 Inch Wide, 13.5″ high, 7″ Deep Concave Shovel Head with Easy Rolling 6.5″ Tires with Deep Tread

Under One Hundred Dollars
Under $100
Two Wheel Adjustable Height Snow Plow Pusher - 26 Inch Wide, 13.5" high, 7" Deep Concave Shovel Head with Easy Rolling 6.5" Tires with Deep Tread
– Learn More About the Rolling Snow Pusher
– Get a Great Price and Order on Amazon

Snow Roof Rake

Snow Joe RJ204M 21′ Twist-n-Lock Telescoping Snow Shovel Roof Rake with 6″ by 25″ Poly Blade

Under Twenty Dollars
Under $50
Snow Joe RJ204M 21' Twist-n-Lock Telescoping Snow Shovel Roof Rake with 6" by 25" Poly Blade
– Learn More About the Snow Roof Rake
– Get a Great Price and Order on Amazon

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