I wouldn't buy PC. I don't think the value is there, and guys that have bought the tool sets have taken them back. Batteries are poor, as well as performance.

If I was looking for an occasional tool and home use as you described, I would start here

http://www.homedepot.com/p/Ryobi-ONE...1811/205651590

because if you buy the drill, you get one of these (or other offerings)free:

http://www.homedepot.com/p/Ryobi-ONE...P523/204824014

http://www.homedepot.com/p/Ryobi-ONE...P507/205806375

So a nifty compact drill with two batteries and a charger, a case to wag it around in and a jig saw or circular saw.

I have used all of those tools and they work just fine. The 3 year warranty from Ryobi is the same as PC, but I have used the Ryobi warranty and with proper registration Ryobi was on the spot with their warranty support.

I have several Ryobi tools in the community tool bag and they have now been around for about three years now and they are still going strong. The weak spot on these is the batteries, but for occasional use they work well.

And now since Ryobi is coming out with so many other tools, you can expand your collection as needed. My electrician uses Ryobi tools a lot (drives a Mercedes panel van, uses Ryobi...) and he has a ton of their products like hand vacs, portable fans, and even an oscillating tool. He claims good service out of them all. I have several myself, and it started with this:

http://www.homedepot.com/p/Ryobi-ONE...P883/203466914

Right now, you can get that kit for $129. I keep the recip saw around and use it a lot to saw an occasional hole, but also use it to trim trees, cut up heavy cardboard packing, and all kinds of other stuff. Even LIGHT demo. The circular saw has plenty of power for occasional 2x4s, and even small rips on plywood.

I bought that same set for an emergency repair when I knew I couldn't get across town in heavy traffic and back to the job in time to get the job done.. I liked the feel of the tools and the fact they did quite well on the repair, so I didn't take them back after using them. They are still in service.

Robert