There is always room in a toolbox for expensive gear designed to handle niche jobs well, or serve as multipurpose coverage options for a wide range of critical tasks. However, numerous hand tools and other notably less expensive gear can play an equally large role in your successes while working under the hood or handling an emergency repair in the house. If you have this kind of equipment on hand, getting the job done is a breeze; lacking it can be the differentiator you're missing. These five tools are all pieces of equipment I've used personally, and all of them can be found at Tractor Supply Co. for less than $10. From experience, each one can quickly become a central player in your home improvement or repair tasks.