Plumbing tools that are specialized to fit job. Professional plumbing tools and designed to perform a variety of functions, including: measuring, drilling holes, cutting pipes, tightening and loosening welds, and more. Below is a list of the types of tools plumbers use:
Level: Known as “leveling,” a level gives the plumber the ability to make adjustments to the slope of the drain and drain lines during the vent, debris, and drain installation.
Hole Saw – The plumber will use the hole saw to cut large holes through wood, masonry, and metal. Toothed saws are used to cut wooden elements. Abrasive saws pierce masonry and metal. The hole saw can be used on ABS water supply lines and drain pipes.
Pipe Cutter – This Trade tools the plumber to cut copper water pipes. A plumber will open the mouth of the tool, place the copper pipe in the mouth, and then tighten the cutting disc to the surface of the pipe. To cut the pipe, the plumber will rotate the tool around the pipe repeatedly. Once it passes through the pipe, a clean-cut remains that is ready to be sanded and welded.
Welding Torch: To use the welding torch, a plumber opens the control valve, uses a spark to ignite the torch, and then holds the flame against the joints between the copper fittings and the pipes.
Wrenches – Plumbers use a variety of different types of wrenches to tighten and loosen fixtures. Pipe wrenches are used to tighten larger parts of the pipe and other types of fittings. Sink faucets are used to tighten and loosen bolts that are hard to reach places.
Screwdrivers – Screwdrivers are used to tighten and loosen a variety of components, such as hose clamps, faucet knobs, as well as to change washers, disassemble appliances, and perform other plumbing duties.
Pipe Cutters: Plumbers will use pipe cutters to make clean and precise cuts on copper pipes. Tube cutters use a sharp wheel that rotates around the copper tube and then embedded in the metal. The result is a clean cut around the tube. Joints and fittings can be sealed once pipes are cut.
Jig Saws: These saws are used to make cuts in older pipes in order to install a new section. Jigsaws make it easier to cut pipes in an area with space restrictions and pipe cuts that are close to the floor or wall.
Sealants: Plumbers use different types of sealants. Plumber’s tape is used on pipe threads and other types of plumbing connections. Other plumbers will use are silicone caulking compounds. The type they use depends on the repair work.
When you have any problem with your plumbing, a plumber is essential to ensure that the problem is properly repaired. Plumbers rely on a wide variety of plumbing tools for a variety of plumbing and repair jobs.
