Christmas Gift Ideas, Home Improvement Style

Nearly every family has one: the home improvement person who always works on his or her house. For these individuals, updating their home is their hobby and they may also be generous in sharing their talent with others, perhaps you. Yes, that quartz countertop now gracing your kitchen was put in with some help from this handy friend. 

For the renovation king or queen, like-minded gifts can be most welcome at Christmas, on their birthday or at other times of the year. You don’t have to visit your home store or franchise hardware store either — you can shop online and have your gift wrapped and sent in time for the holiday.

For the Tool Maven

You think your renovation master has every tool he needs, right? Perhaps that is a true statement. Then again, who can ever have too many tools? Sometimes an extra wrench, a cordless screwdriver, a set of pliers, and a sander can come in handy. After all, you need to give your tools a break every now and then.

One item he or she may not have is a magnetic wristband. Its just like having three hands with its strong magnet holding small tools, scissors and screws that can easily get misplaced. Also consider various circular saws, miter saws, and even a compressor combo kit. If your recipient works in an enclosed area, consider gifting a combination smoke and carbon monoxide alarm, a thoughtful gift that busy home renovators may not consider for themselves.

For Gadget Guys and Gals

Sometimes it is difficult to settle on the right tool for your home builder/renovator. What isn’t hard to find are those electronic devices or gadgets that are sure to please. And they’re sure to last too, an investment in your friend or loved one’s future. 

Consider that your handyman may have a lot of values on hand, but no alarm system to protect him. He may not think he needs such a system and he may prefer not to pay the monthly fee to maintain said system. So, why not buy a home security system that he can install himself? Moreover, you can choose one that can be armed, monitored and disarmed with a smartphone.

Other gadget considerations include a showerhead with a built in wireless speaker, for the shower singer gift recipient. Also consider a wireless door chime, wireless lighting, touchscreen deadbolts, or a biometric personal safe. Each gadget gift idea is unique and state-of-the-art too!

For the Outdoorsman

Sometimes known as "survivalists" outdoorsmen/women appreciate the home tools, but they also like that you have considered another passion of their’s — nature. One gift that can be used when camping or even in their back yard is a hand axe, perfect for chopping, hammering, and breaching.  Choose one with a stainless steel blade mounted to a nylon handle for the best craftsmanship. Most come with a nylon sheath, providing an ideal and safe carrying case.

Other gift ideas for the outdoorsman include a high-powered LED flashlight, a camo heated jacket, or an on-the-go emergency kit. Also consider a gun safe, a sheath knife, or a multipurpose tool that also includes a spoon for eating and a bottle opener to tackle liquid nourishment. Supplement these gifts with stocking stuffers including a tape measures, Comand strip tape, duct tape, or a keychain LED flashlight.

Just Build It

If your budget is especially generous, you could buy your handy friend lumber, sheetrock, wiring, plumbing, you name it. Not typical Christmas gifts for most people, but welcome items for Mr. or Ms. Build It. Besides, you can make lending a hand part of your gift giving too.

Author Information: Justin Norris is a professional blogger that provides tips and information on franchise opportunities and investments. He writes for Franchise Expo, the place to find the best franchise opportunities available.