Before embarking on your latest do-it-yourself project, it’s valuable to conduct a review of your tools. As you look, ask yourself not only if you have all the tools you need, but if it’s time to replace some of your old hammers, saws, or drills. By ensuring that you’re working with high quality implements, your final product will look and feel that much better. Here is a guide to what you should and shouldn’t do as you hunt for new tools. 

Do

Consider your collection. 

It’s important to view your suite of tools holistically. Replacing item by item can force you to take endless trips to the store, and also cost you more money. If you assess your collection and notice several gaps, you may be better off buying a combo package. That way, you save on the cost per tool, and you also will have one charger to service all electronic items.

Target the holidays. 

If you’re not too far from a holiday like Thanksgiving, Christmas, or Father’s Day, it’s worth waiting a little bit to score the best deals. Those three times of year in particular often yield steep discounts on tools, so be smart about when you make your purchase. 

Don’t

Buy without a list. 

Just like it’s not a good idea to head to the supermarket when you’re hungry, it’s not wise to go to the hardware store without taking inventory of your tools. Because so many of them look alluring, you may end up buying something you don’t really need. By bringing a list, you’ll get items that will be immediately useful. 

Pinch pennies. 

Tools vary widely in quality, so you don’t want to buy from just any manufacturer. Research companies that produce solid tools and then go to the store with a list of top vendors. With that credibility, you’ll avoid getting stuck with brittle tools that don’t get the job done. 

For longer than three decades, Wolfe Ace Hardware has been known as the go-to hardware store in Lincoln, NE. They have a massive inventory of over 80,000 products from Ace Hardware®, ranging from the finest tools to plumbing supplies. To find out if they have a specific item you’re looking for, speak to a representative at (402) 466-7707, or make contact through their website.