Tools for Vacation Homes: Knowing What to Pack

Pack items to ensure comfort at your home away from home

Packing tools for a vacation home ensures that your daydreams of perfect relaxation become a reality. Just as with your full-time abode, vacation homes have their own collection of idiosyncrasies and can present minor fix-it emergencies while you're in residence.

Pack a vacation toolbox with the rest of your family's gear, and you'll be armed for just about any development and free to use your time for well-deserved fun instead of waiting for the arrival of a repair pro. Here's a suggested checklist, ready to be customized for your particular vacation destination.

[1]The basics

Hammer
Screwdrivers (slotted and Phillips)
Pliers
Wrenches (socket and adjustable)
Combo pack of nails and screws
Tape measure
WD-40
Fabric-backed duct tape
Electrical tape

Safety first

Flashlights
Reflective tape

Tools to Power up

Outlet tester
Outlet converters (two-prong to three-prong)
Extension cords in a few different lengths

Seal and secure

Painter's putty and putty knife
GREAT STUFF™ Insulating Foam Sealant for drafts in vacation homes
Quick-application caulking
Paddle wire

For surprises

Plumbing repair kit containing a variety of washers, bibb screws and O-rings
Super glue
Adhesive remover

Cleaning up

Magic erasers for wall marks
Degreasing hand cleaner
Cleaning wipes (disinfectant, glass, etc.)

Plan ahead by packing tools for your vacation homes toolbox, and home improvement emergencies won't steal time away from the rest and relaxation of your vacation!