Whether you're a professional or just starting out in the trade, having the right hardware and fixings at your fingertips can make all the difference between a job well done and a frustrating delay.
From carpenters and electricians to plumbers and general builders, there are certain essential fixings that no tradesperson should be without.
Here’s our comprehensive list of must-have tools and fixings that should be in every toolkit, van, or on-site box. These are the go-to items that keep projects moving and customers happy.
No toolbox is complete without an assortment of screws. Different jobs require different types, so make sure you’re covered with the following essentials:
Pro Tip: Keep an organiser box with compartments for different sizes and types to avoid rummaging.
Used in conjunction with screws, wall plugs are crucial for fixing into brick, blockwork, or concrete. They provide a secure grip and prevent screws from loosening over time.
Make sure you stock a range of sizes to suit the job at hand.
For extra-strong fastening jobs, bolts and nuts are essential. Washers help distribute the load and prevent damage to surfaces.
Always carry a mix of sizes in galvanised and stainless steel options for both strength and weather resistance.
Sometimes the simplest solution is the best solution, and nails remain a staple product for many tradespeople. Some of the nails you may want to consider carrying in your toolkit include:
Buy yourself a sturdy nail pouch or box to keep them sorted and easily accessible when on the job.
Washers are one of the most overlooked fixings, but they’re vital for many secure assemblies.
Ensure you have steel and zinc-coated varieties to cover different environments.
For structural or heavy-duty applications, fixings such as heavy-duty anchors and frame fixings are indispensable.
These fixings are often used in external or load-bearing scenarios, so quality and certification are key.
Essential for electricians, cable management fixings keep wiring safe and tidy.
Having a variety of clips and ties ensures neat installations and easy compliance with regs.
Structural hardware for connecting materials or reinforcing joints – every tradesperson should carry a few types on them, including the following:
Choose galvanised or stainless steel depending on the exposure to moisture.
If you're working on roofing, decking or any structural timber jobs, you’ll need a selection of these:
These are often required by UK Building Regulations, so it’s wise to keep approved types on hand where possible.
Not technically hardware, but essential for securing and sealing – and often the fix that saves a job.
Always keep a few cartridges or even a caulking gun in your van to cover any eventuality.
No fixing can be installed properly without the right bits to go with it.
A quality bit set is a tradesperson’s best friend – look after them and they’ll look after your work.
Finally, don’t underestimate the usefulness of mixed kits and organiser cases.
Missing something from the list?
Stock Up at Fix and Fast
Every tradesperson works slightly differently, but there’s a core set of hardware and fixings that no one should be without. Stocking up on quality components, ideally from a trusted supplier such as us at Fix and Fast, ensures you’re always ready for whatever the job throws at you.
Staying organised and keeping a range of essentials within reach doesn’t just save time - it boosts your reputation and helps you deliver better results, faster. Explore our range of bolts, nuts, fixings and fasteners and kit yourself out.
And if you are out on site and need it quick - we offer next day delivery too!
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