Upgrade Your Tool Storage With These Home Depot Finds Under $3

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If your tool storage is a mess, finding the exact item you need can turn into a frustrating scavenger hunt. That's why staying organized and knowing how to store tools and equipment can help you avoid major headaches down the line. While many tool storage systems are expensive, whether it's a workbench with built-in drawers or a heavy-duty cabinet, upgrading your current storage setup doesn't have to be so pricey. Fortunately, there are plenty of inexpensive gadgets and accessories out there to maximize tool storage without breaking the bank. Home Depot is a go-to source for such items, and one of its exclusive brands, Everbilt, has some worthwhile pick-ups that cost less than $3.

Founded in the early 2000s, Everbilt is a Home Depot-owned brand that you've likely come across while perusing the store's hardware aisles. If you rely on wall storage for your tools, Everbilt has two products that add hanging space. The first one is the Everbilt 10-Inch Straight Peg Hook; retailing for $2.98, these hooks fit securely into quarter-inch pegboards and let users hang anything from basic garden tools to hammers, pliers, and cables, as long as the total weight is 10 pounds or less. Another cheap garage wall organizer to consider is Everbilt's Screw-in Tool Hook. These hooks also cost just $2.98 and can support tools weighing up to 15 pounds. Both items maximize vertical space and can greatly help people who don't have an elaborate tool storage system.

Both items are highly reviewed by Home Depot customers, receiving an average rating of 4.6 out of 5. Regarding the 10-inch straight peg hook, users widely praise its value for money, sturdy construction, and simple installation. "Very heavy duty," a five-star reviewer writes. "The 'knob' on the end is extra insurance that stuff will not fall off." Everbilt manufactures the hook in multiple sizes, including 6- and 8-inches long, which provides customers the flexibility to use different hooks based on their storage needs. As a result, 93% of reviewers recommend the product.

Everbilt's Screw-in Tool Hook has similar reviews, with customers noting its strength, durability, and easy installation — not to mention the budget price. Some users found the hook's small size somewhat limiting (it measures 3 ½ inches long and 1 ⅝ inches wide at the prongs), but that's still large enough to hang shovels, rakes, and more. It's recommended to screw these hooks into a wall stud for best results. "Hooks were easy to install, sturdy, and the coating prevents items from slipping," one customer says. Many people mention using this product for more unique storage ideas, like guitars, sports equipment, and video game controllers.

Of course, these hooks can be used in tandem with each other, instantly adding customizable storage space to your walls. There's the extra benefit of being able to see the tools and quickly pluck them off a hook instead of rummaging through a drawer. That's a major upgrade for less than $3 a piece.