You know your job and can work with your hands if you’re a plumber. Certainly, you’ll face challenges on the job, such as traversing tight spaces, avoiding health hazards, and other obstacles.
So, how can plumbers deal with these problems?
Whether you’re a residential or commercial plumber, you’ll need the right tools for the job. Speciality plumbing tools, for example, should be included in every plumber’s kit.
Let’s look at some of the most important plumbing tools that every plumber should know to use:
Boiler flue:
A boiler flue is a pipe that transfers and releases boiler exhaust gases outside the home into the air. Boilers emit harmful by-products such as carbon monoxide while burning fuels like gas or oil to heat water. The boiler flue ejects these by-products outside the house for the safety of those who live there.
They are either round or square, and you can place them horizontally or vertically.
The size of boiler flues differs based on the boiler model, and the criteria for boiler flues are restrictive.
The Vaillant Flue could be used to create in-line flue systems, around a corner, or back-to-back. Therefore, as a plumber, you must carry a Vaillant flue with you.
Sink auger:
The best weapon for breaking up and eliminating obstructions in sink and tub drains is a sink auger. Just don’t use it on toilets; a closet auger or toilet auger is required.
A sink auger comprises a flexible stainless steel cable that ends in a corkscrew tip. The wire is coiled within a drum canister and then inserted into a drain to dislodge a clog. When you enter the cable into the drain and twist the handle, the rotating drum coils the cable around and bends in the drain pipe, allowing the cable tip to enter and pull out obstructions.
Hacksaw:
Plumbers should have a hacksaw on hand to cut through hardware. Pipes, nuts, bolts, and screws are examples of these. Since some hardware is difficult to cut through, be sure your hacksaw blade is securely fastened before using it. You should also have spare blades available in case something goes wrong.
Tube and Plastic Pipe Cutters:
If you work with copper and plastic pipes, you may have to remove, replace, or resize them with a pipe cutter. For this, you’ll need some handheld tubes and plastic pipe cutters. You can choose from several models available to evaluate which one best suits your needs.
Plumber’s Torch:
Soldering copper piping is a method used by some plumbers to seal it. Soldering necessitates a powerful heat source. A plumber’s torch is a small handheld device that may be used to impart strong heat to any area that requires it. When soldering and sealing new plumbing for installations and repairs, this can involve specific regions.
Thread Sealing Tape:
To fix or prevent leaks where threaded connections link in pipes, use thread sealing or plumber’s tape. A high-quality plumber’s tape will withstand extreme heat and cold. It also can stretch for a better fit and does not dry out.
Press Fitting Systems:
Safely connecting pipes is one of the most crucial parts of a professional plumbing service. To push a connection onto a pipe, plumbers can employ Iron Pipe Size (IPS) press-fitting systems. As a result, the connection or seal is watertight.
Since you can create connections faster than if you weld or solder the pipes, they can help you save money and time.
Plumbing Wrenches:
The mighty wrench is a must-have in every plumbing toolbox. Unfortunately, there is no such thing as a one-size-fits-all wrench. There are, however, a variety of models for various uses. A couple of these will be required in your toolset.
Drain Down Hose:
Since central heating and gas boiler systems, such as Worcester Boilers, must be drained, you should include a drain-down hose in your tool bag. It is a safe and efficient approach to draining a heating system before the maintenance or repairs.
Electronic Gas Leak Detector:
An electric gas leak detector is essential for Gas Safe engineers and plumbers who need to detect the gas leaks properly. Detectors use ultrasound measurements to determine the location of the gas leak within the system while also providing information to the engineer. A high-quality gas leak detector should be part of your plumbing toolkit.
Conclusion:
Plumbing requires a great deal of hard work and effort. We hope that this information has given you a better understanding of the plumbing tools and equipment you’ll need to do the task correctly.
