Tool Kit Builder

Based on your deck design we've assembled a recommended tool list. Conditional items (like a jigsaw for stairs or a miter saw for angled cuts) are included only when your design needs them.

Drill / Driver (20V)

$99

Essential for driving deck screws and drilling pilot holes. A 20V cordless model handles all deck work.

Circular Saw (7-1/4")

$129

Cuts framing lumber, decking boards, and railing components to length.

Impact Driver (20V)

$89

Drives structural screws and lag bolts faster than a standard drill. Critical for ledger and beam connections.

Jigsaw

$79

Required for notching boards around posts, cutting curves, and stair stringer trimming.

Tape Measure (25ft)

$18

The most-used tool on any job site. Get a 25-footer with a wide blade that stays rigid at full extension.

Speed Square (7")

$12

Marks straight cuts and common angles on framing lumber. Also a quick guide for your circular saw.

Chalk Line (100ft)

$10

Snaps perfectly straight layout lines across joists for board alignment and footing positions.

Post Level

$15

Straps to a post and reads plumb on two faces simultaneously. Much faster than a standard level.

Quick-Grip Clamps (6", 2-pack)

$22

Hold boards flush while fastening. Essential when working solo — they act as a second pair of hands.

Drill Bit Set (Impact-Rated)

$25

Includes driver bits (T25, Phillips, square) and pilot-hole bits for structural screws.

Hidden Fastener Jig

$35

Positions edge-mount hidden fasteners at consistent spacing for a screw-free deck surface.

Joist Tape (1-5/8" x 50')

$22

Self-adhesive butyl tape protects joist tops from moisture, extending the life of your frame by years.

Construction Adhesive

$8

Polyurethane adhesive for doubling beams and securing rim joists. Waterproof once cured.

Deck Screws (#10 x 2-1/2", 5lb box)

$38

Coated or stainless steel screws sized for decking. Match to your board thickness and material.

Safety Glasses (ANSI Z87.1)

$12

Impact-rated eye protection. Absolutely non-negotiable when cutting or driving fasteners.

Work Gloves (Cut-Resistant)

$16

Protect hands from splinters and sharp metal brackets without sacrificing grip or dexterity.

Hearing Protection (NRR 22+)

$14

Over-ear muffs or plugs for circular saw and miter saw work. Sustained exposure causes permanent damage.

Dust Mask (N95, 10-pack)

$12

Filters fine wood and composite dust while cutting. Replace daily for best protection.

First Aid Kit (Job Site)

$18

Compact kit with bandages, antiseptic, splinter tweezers, and instant cold packs. Keep it on site.

Power Tools$396
Hand Tools$77
Consumables$128
Safety$72
Estimated Tool Kit Total$673

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Already have tools? Skip anything you own — this list is a starting point. Head back to your Bill of Materials or edit your design.