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Plumbing Tools List

Every household should have some basic plumbing tools. They should be kept in an easily accessible location, because when an emergency arises, you should be able to make use of them immediately.

The basic plumber tool list guide includes a wrench, a sink and toilet augers, a plunger, a plumber's tape, putty and snake.

Plumber Wrench/Plumber's Key

The adjustable pipe wrench, also known as a plumber's key, is the most frequently used plumber tool, because if you want to tighten or work with pipe fittings, it is absolutely necessary. Its serrated sharp teeth enable you to grip objects securely with high pressure. Often plumbers put tape over the teeth when removing fitting to avoid ugly teeth marks.

Sink Auger

The sink auger helps you clear clogs in the sink or bathtub. The auger is like a plumber snake and is made up of a long flexible cable which is coiled around a round canister. When you turn the canister, the cable comes loose to break difficult clogs in the drain.

Toilet Auger

The toilet auger is used for clogs in the toilet and works on the same principle as the sink auger, and the cable is about three feet long. It is also known as the closet auger. It can actually break any plumbing obstruction with its hand crank and its long sleeved handle.

Plunger

The plunger is an easy tool to use for clearing clogs in sinks, tubs and toilet bowls. The plunger is in the shape of a rubber cup which has a wooden handle. There are two kinds of plungers: cup plungers and flange plungers. Cup plungers are used for clearing clogs in sinks and tubs, whereas flange plungers are meant for toilet bowls.

Plumber's Snake

See plumbing snake

Plumber's Tape

A plumber's tape is in fact a Teflon tape or a metal strapping. Teflon is a non adhesive tape used by plumbers to seal pipe threads against leaks. The second type of plumber's tape is a perforated metal strapping that is also flexible to provide mechanical support for pipes.

Plumber's Putty

Considered as an essential plumber tool, the putty is a soft and pliable substance used to form watertight, reversible seals around drains and faucets. A plumber's putty is sometimes used in sink installations as well.

How Much Do Plumbing Tools Cost?

The price range for plumber tools varies, but it is always best to buy a reliable and known brand for long lasting, efficient equipment. After all, any plumbing job that you want to carry out on your own should be effective, and if the tools are of poor quality, so will be the actual repair. You could consider it a long-term investment if you buy high quality plumbing tools for your home. On the other hand, you can also rent plumbing equipment, which may be a more practical option for you.

When you buy plumber parts, it is important for you to buy the correct size and shape, and get a clear picture of its functions. A sink auger and a toilet auger may look the same, but they serve totally different functions. Check out carefully which equipment would be the most useful and easy for you to operate.

It is not always possible to solve all the plumbing problems in your home, even if you are well-equipped with plumbing tools. Call an expert plumber to solve the difficult plumbing problems, because if you don’t have the knowledge and the technique to handle them, you might do more harm than good. The professional plumber has high-tech equipment and the know-how to relieve you of your plumbing problems quickly and effectively.

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