Power tools are a necessity on building sites when carrying out construction work. However, certain tools can also be useful to have around the house. They can come in handy on a number of occasions and you never know when you might need them next. Have a read of our guide and you’ll begin to wonder why you don’t already own these tools!

• Cordless drills. These are a staple of any toolbox, and shouldn’t cost you too much money even if you choose one from a good brand. An 18v model should be able to complete most tasks for you.
• Oscillating multi-tools. These will help you to complete a variety of useful tasks, such as grout removal, wood cutting and scraping, grinding and sanding. They’re also very affordable and can be used with different attachments depending on the job you want to do.
• Stud sensors. Some of these won’t be very useful at all, but if you get a good one, it will prove endlessly useful. It will tell you whether you’re about to hit live voltage and where the edges of the object are.
• Jigsaws. For making straight cuts, chopping up planks etc. there is nothing quite as useful as a jigsaw.