Must-Have Power Tools for Women

More and more single women are buying homes and doing fix-it work around the house. These power tools are must-haves for females who are beginner DIYers.

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The first tool most women buy is a cordless screwdriver. A lower volt cordless drill (also known as a drill/driver) can do the same work. Bit kits for the drill/driver are nice to have because they keep all the bits organized. Women might consider choosing a lower voltage drill because they're not as heavy as the higher voltage options. When shopping for a drill, make sure to pick them up while the battery is attached to accurately assess their weight. Drills can be used to drill, drive screws and power accessories like paint stirrers.
A detail sander and an orbital sander are lightweight sanding tools for finishing. The detail sander allows access to corners that the orbital sander can't. Hook and loop sanding pads make it easy to change grits. Sanders are good to use for furniture refinishing or other types of projects that would concern wood finishing.
An 18-volt circular saw is a light power saw for odd jobs around the house. It has a laser guide to help make the cut in the right place. This tool is a good choice for making bookshelves or almost any job where basic straight cuts are involved.
Use a jigsaw to make curved cuts. Jigsaws come in either corded or cordless versions.