12 DeWalt Consumer Fave Home Renovation Tools That Are Under $50

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As one of the leading power tool brands, there are lots of DeWalt tools with which to upgrade your next home renovation. Some are costlier than others, but generally speaking, they all enjoy the same perceived quality that comes with those iconic black and yellow shells. With that being said, you don't have to spend a fortune to equip yourself with decent DeWalt equipment. In fact, there are plenty of tools that you can buy from this reliable brand that cost less than $50.

That's what this guide is here to help you do. Below, you'll find 12 budget-friendly tools from DeWalt that can make your home renovation easier. Some will help to demolish your old space, and some will help you put the final pieces together in your new one. There are tools to keep your surfaces straight and your pictures plumb, and if you have plumbing fixtures to upgrade, there are tools to assist there, too. As we'll explain in more detail at the end, all are rated at least 4.3 stars and have received at least 190 real reviews from shoppers over at Home Depot.

Of all the tips for hanging shelves that we could give you, one of the most important is to keep them level. A spirit level can help with this, ensuring that your shelves are left with a professional finish, as opposed to one that a pro clearly had nothing to do with. DeWalt's 9-inch Torpedo Level is currently available at Home Depot for $19.97. It's magnetic, which means that if you're working with metal surfaces, you can use it hands-free. The 9-inch size makes it ideal for smaller installations — like shelves and frames — and it features three spirit bubbles, to ensure that your surfaces are flat and your pictures perfectly plumb.

It's rated 4.7 stars overall, with 79% of more than 440 users to-date having awarded it 5 stars. And while it is, admittedly, among the brand's more basic tools, its easy operation and small size, combined with its reinforced aluminum construction, is what earns it such a strong score. As one user put it, "It is an exceptionally well-made level that uses high quality components." In the words of another, "I have a large level and struggle with it. So I bought this level. It's the perfect size and weight to get the job done if you're hanging wall art and leveling cabinet doors solo. I love it!"

When you're undertaking a home renovation, there's no end of things that you need to measure. And while a laser-guided tool is better for longer surfaces (spoiler, there's one of those in this guide, too), if you know how to get the most out of a measuring tape, quick reads are usually easier with a standard tape. DeWalt's 16-foot Tape Measure with Finger Brake features a compact size, ideal for keeping it on your belt or in your pocket for quick measurements. The finger brake, meanwhile, makes it easier to control the blade — especially when it's extended to full length and you want to avoid accidental backlash.

To-date, more than 1,300 users have taken the time to review the product at Home Depot. And of those, 80% gave it top marks, lending to an overall 4.7-star rating. It's priced at $14.97, which, according to several buyers, buys an all-round quality tape measure. "Clear markings and solid construction," said one buyer, who added that it's thick enough not to fold over on itself even when extended up to 12 feet. "I love the compact size, I'll definitely be using this extensively with apartment renovations coming up."

If you're going all out with a home renovation, then chances are you'll need to rip out some of the old fixtures and fittings first. And while there are lots of power tools that you can buy to help with this, a demolition bar can also be a great tool to have handy in the box. For starters, these tools tend to cost much less than expensive power equipment, particularly those with the brand assurance of a black and yellow jacket. DeWalt's 42-inch Wrecking Bar, for example, currently costs $27.97 at Home Depot. It has pointed bevel ends for easy penetration and nail pulling, and is useful when ripping out things like old cabinets, baseboards, and even drywall.

As for ratings, it currently shows a 4.8 overall rating at Home Depot, with 86% of more than 1,160 users having awarded it 5 stars. Like the tape measure and level, it curries favor among buyers with its simple-but-reliable construction and build quality. "I could wreck the world with this bar," said one especially exuberant user. Another, who bought it to demolish the entire interior of their new home, said, "Before starting this is one tool we got for the job, and I used it the whole time." They explained that the bar has remained solid, and proved great for removing a variety of items, from nails to hardwood studs. "If you are going to demo something, get one of these, priced right, and very tough."

Whether you need to score tiles, cut drywall, or break down an endless sea of cardboard packaging, a utility knife is one of those tools that every homeowner should have in their toolbox. DeWalt's Toughseries Retractable Utility Knife with Blade Storage currently retails at Home Depot for $16.97, and has several features that make it worth considering. It has a secure blade lock, for example, which DeWalt says makes it useful for "aggressive cutting applications." Per the name, you can also store up to 10 blades inside the knife, should you need to swap out a broken one mid-task. And since it's part of the brand's Toughseries line of tools, it's designed to stand up to extreme worksite conditions.

To-date, more than 275 users have reviewed the knife. 79% have awarded it full marks, lending to an overall rating of 4.6 stars. Users describe it as solid, easy to use, and highly functional, thanks to that useful on-board blade storage. "This utility knife has some heft and in a good way," said one buyer. "Solid metal cased with rubber to withstand drops and keep on going. Very handy 10 blade holder, easy lock button for removing and replacing blades. Overall very impressive utility knife to toss in your pocket and use around the jobsite or home."

DeWalt may be best known for its line-up of cordless power drills and other electrical tools. But did you know that it also sells different types of screwdrivers, including good old-fashioned hand tools? This 10-piece Screwdriver Set currently retails for $29.97, ranking it among the more affordable DeWalt tools to add to your collection. It's ideal for various home renovation tasks, like installing kitchen cabinets and assembling furniture. The set includes drivers with both cross- and flat-heads, plus shafts of varying lengths to make life easier in awkward spaces. The tips, which have been sandblasted for a better fastener fit, are also magnetized, which DeWalt says can help to reduce stripping.

Overall, the set is rated 4.7 stars on Home Depot, where 81% of more than 350 reviews have given it the full 5 stars. Customers favor the magnetic tips, which tend to come in handy in tight, confined spaces. Others say that they are a basic, but high-quality tool for home users, and that it's handy having a full set to choose from. "Reliable, durable, and built for the job!" said one user. They added, "Whether you're a weekend warrior or a seasoned tradesperson, this screwdriver set delivers exactly what you'd expect from a trusted brand like DeWalt: performance, quality, and long-term reliability. Highly recommended!"

If you have lots of tough materials to cut, a quality pair of low-exertion snips can alleviate the strain on your hands. DeWalt's 10.1-inch Straight-Cut Aviation Snips are designed to require less human effort while cutting a variety of materials easily. You can use them to cut your new vinyl siding to size as easily as you can use them for cardboard, aluminum, copper, and even sheet metal. Serrated blades keep materials from slipping during cuts, and while there's nothing about it in the spec, some users have cited the tool's spring-loaded mechanism, which should help prevent lock-ups.

They're available at Home Depot, where they're currently priced at $17.99 and backed by a 4.7-star overall rating. To-date, more than 180 customers have taken the time to review them, and of those, an impressive 80% gave them top marks. Users generally agree that they make light work of tough materials, including one who said they chop through metal like butter. They've come in handy for a variety of tasks, too, from installing corner beads to cutting studs and framing tracks. "Worked great for cutting siding, feel pretty good in the hands, and don't feel like they're going to fall apart," said one buyer. "Overall, a solid pair of snips."

If your home renovation involves working with textiles or wood, then a staple gun could come in handy. DeWalt's Carbon Fiber Stapler/Tacker, currently available for $35.99, can handle a variety of light-duty fastening jobs. It accepts both heavy-duty staples and 18-gauge brad nails, for jobs like fastening trims, baseboards, and insulation. It's also half the weight of traditional tackers, according to DeWalt, thanks to its carbon fiber construction.

To-date, more than 500 customers have reviewed the stapler, and of those, 75% awarded it top marks, giving it an overall rating of 4.5. Customers have praised the lightweight build, which one user said means you can use the tool all day without getting tired. "I bought this to put up insulation in the basement of the house I'd just bought," said one buyer. "I'm rural so ended up using it in my backyard, garden, sheds, etc. This is a great stapler! It drives the staples in with force, works consistently, and does not clog or stick."

There are various types of wrenches that can help in a variety of home renovation situations. But if you need a general-purpose tool to help with tasks like fastening or loosening bolts, or securing plumbing fixtures, an adjustable wrench is sure to be the most useful. DeWalt's Adjustable Wrench Set comes with two tools — a 6-inch wrench and a 10-inch wrench — and currently costs $32.97. Each is adjustable for different sizes of fastener, and the two handle lengths make it easier to work in different, awkward spaces. On each, a flared handle lends better control, while vinyl grips add an extra layer of grip security in wet conditions.

So far, more than 510 Home Depot customers have reviewed the set. 80% of those gave it full marks, lending to an overall 4.7-star rating. As for why, most agree that the wrenches are well-made, comfortable to use, and handy in a variety of situations. "Great set of wrenches," said one buyer. "The quality and durability is fantastic; what I have come to expect from DeWalt." They added that it's a great set to have on hand for unexpected things that come up as a homeowner, since they're both adjustable and of different sizes.

At some point during a home renovation, you may need to measure the square footage of your rooms. An accurate measurement is important, especially if you're ordering expensive or hard-to-come-by materials, as if you get it wrong, you risk either over or under-ordering. A laser measuring device is often the best tool for this, as it removes the risk of errors that come with more manual methods, like using a tape measure. DeWalt's 55-feet Pocket Laser Distance Measurer can take pinpoint measurements of your various spaces, up to a maximum distance of 55 feet. It's also quite compact, meaning you can keep it handy in your pocket if you have lots of areas to measure and note down.

It's designed for easy, one-button operation, and it currently sells at Home Depot for $42.97. As for feedback, users seem fairly impressed with the device. It's rated 4.4 stars overall, with 70% of more than 400 reviewers having given it a top score. It does garner some slightly negative feedback for the digital screen's visibility in bright sunlight, although that shouldn't be too much of a concern indoors. Overall, it's praised as a compact, useful tool. "Don't be fooled by its size," said one user, who added, "You could easily keep this in your pocket or even attach to your keys if you find yourself needing to take measurements frequently." Overall, they said, "For the size and price this thing is great, plus it's rechargeable which is a plus."

In order to choose the perfect hammer for your project, you first need to work out which tasks you need to perform with it. If you need to install timber framing, then a dedicated framing hammer is best. At Home Depot, you can currently pick up this 28-ounce Steel Framing Hammer from DeWalt for $42.97. It uses Tri-Pull technology, allowing you to remove finish and framing nails, as well as staples. And when you need to put new ones in, the magnetic nail-start feature allows you to place your nails one-handed. It's anti-slip, and is made durably from a single piece of steel, ensuring the head doesn't work loose after years of use.

While $42.97 may seem pricey for what is, essentially, a hammer, it does also come with the reassurance of a 4.7-star rating. More than 190 customers have reviewed it to-date, with 85% of those giving it 5 stars. One user reported, "This hammer has been used for 3 years of heavy use." They added that they've used it for framing, demolition, carpentry, and more, and explained, "it has been great and held up very well."

In the DeWalt line-up alone there are lots of different types of saws that you can buy to handle your home renovation's carpentry conundrums. But if you just need to saw an occasional piece of timber — perhaps a piece of flooring to fit an awkward corner — then a hand saw may be the most cost-effective. DeWalt's 15-inch Tooth Saw with Aluminum Handle currently retails at Home Depot for $28.97. It has a durable, anti-drag coating for smooth cuts, plus three-sided, induction-hardened teeth for long-lasting sharpness.

In the reviews, the saw holds up well. Out of more than 330 reviews, 76% gave the tool 5 stars, lending to an overall rating of 4.7. Users love how it makes quick and accurate cuts without the need to set-up a bulky circular saw. It also earns praise for its easily-storable size. "This is a great saw for cutting wood," said one buyer, who added that it's strong, lightweight, and most importantly, sharp. "I have built outdoor fences, desks, bookshelves, wooden fireplaces, bread boxes, and cabinets using this saw," they explained, before adding that it's become their primary tool.

There are plenty of highly-rated cordless drills to choose from in today's market. But if you pair your tool with poor-quality drill bits, then it doesn't matter how much or how little you spent on the drill. Now, you don't have to buy drill bits from DeWalt. In fact, plenty of brands offer excellent drill bit sets that are built to withstand the rigors of hefty home renovations. But if you already trust the DeWalt brand, then you might be interested in its Black and Gold Twist Drill Bit Set. It's currently priced at $24.97, which buys a 21-piece set of bits to use with materials like wood, plastic, metal, and fiberglass. Each bit is designed to improve "chip ejection" in metal and wood, thus keeping your holes clean and burr free. And importantly, they're made from long-lasting black oxide, which means that they're made to last.

To-date, more than 4,840 users have reviewed these bits, and of those, 77% have given them full marks. They're rated 4.6 overall, with users saying that they're well made, and more importantly, that they last. "Amazing drill bits," said one user, who explained that they've lasted for more than five years. "Solid set of bits at a fair price," said another, who used them for various jobs around the house. "Stayed sharp longer than I expected and the range of sizes covers most of what you need for everyday work."

In order to curate the products for this guide, we looked at DeWalt's line-up of tools available at Home Depot. Specifically, we focused on those most likely to be useful during a home renovation project. In addition, we paid close attention to favorable customer ratings, choosing products with a minimum rating of 4.3 stars, and with at least 190 reviews to-date from real Home Depot customers.