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There's an old joke in construction that goes, "They who die with the most tools...still die". Collecting tools can be an expensive habit! To be a successful RENOVATOR, a person needs to have the right tools for the job, combined with a wide knowledge of building materials.

The tools that a RENOVATOR will need will vary depending on the size of the job, but they can be categorized by the type of work being done: demolition and repairs, preparation of surfaces and structure, installation and finishing.

A renovator may have the following tools in their collection:

• Construction safety PPE;
• Hand tools and portable power tools for measuring, cutting and installing;
• Wrecking bars and sledge hammers for demolition;
• Ladders and scaffolding;
• Shovels, brooms, garbage cans and a truck for getting rid of demolition waste.

SAFETY NOTE: A renovator is likely to handle all types of construction materials, from insulation and drywall, to plaster and glass. Some older buildings may have hazardous materials in their construction, such as asbestos or other potentially harmful elements. The safe removal or isolation of hazardous materials is called remediation and should only be done by professionals with this type of expertise.