What brand of DIY power tools do I need for around the house?

There are many debates about which brands of tools are the best. If you're a professional, then finding the best tools for your company is important, but as a DIY homeowner you just need whatever gets the job done.

Corded or battery operated? If you're working on a big project such as re-tiling your bathroom and are using a tile chipper or a hammer drill, a plug-in tool is probably your best bet to make sure you have all day power. A good deciding point is that if you're planning on using the tool for more than half a day of constant trigger use on a regular basis, then get a corded tool for that project.

However, for everyday project needs with modern technology, battery operated tools will give you the best maneuvering ability for tighter spaces and allow you to forget about moving a bulky extension cord around. Batteries will last you for several hours, and most kits will come with a couple batteries.

If you currently have some battery operated tools, keeping with the same brand will be cheaper in the long run since you can use the same batteries with all of your tools.

For the everyday DIY homeowner, brands such as Ryobi, Hart, Bosch. Ridgid, Craftsman, and Black and Decker are all great options. These brands will get your job done, and get them done faster than hand tools will. A two day project with hand tools could be a one day project with a $100 tool set and allow you an extra day over the weekend or one less day taking off work, and less stress struggling with a hand saw and screwdriver.

If money isn't a deciding factor and you enjoy spending time working with tools on your home, then a higher end battery operated tool line such as Milwaukee, Dewalt, or Makita are great options for durability, power, and usability.

Whether you just need a couple tools for odds and ends, or whether you love working on projects and want the best, NOW is one of the best times to grab some tools as we head into Black Friday and Christmas deals. Do some of your own research on some brands and check prices and get what's best for YOUR DIY!