What Tools Do Plumbers Use on the Job?

What Do Plumbers Keep in Their Fully-Stocked Trucks? 

Plumbing in any home or business is a complicated network of pipes and drains with numerous plumbing fixtures. When it comes to plumbers, they have years of experience that allow them to know how to repair anything that can go wrong with the plumbing. But, without the right tools, their jobs would be much more challenging and complex. In this blog, local plumbers give homeowners a peek into the back of their trucks and share the equipment they commonly use when solving plumbing problems. 

Hand Tools

As with almost every trade, the basic set of tools that plumbers use daily includes some common hand tools. Most homeowners would recognize some of these tools as the same ones they may have in their own toolboxes. Most plumber’s toolbags contain hand tools like: 

• Tape measures
• Screwdrivers
• Pliers
• Pipe wrenches
• Basin wrenches
• Pipe cutters

Safety Considerations 

One of the biggest goals of plumbers is to do their jobs safely. Along with their training to make repairs and installations safely, they also use safety equipment. This equipment keeps them safe and protects the homeowners of the property they are working on. Some of the safety equipment plumbers use regularly are: 

• Safety goggles to protect the eyes
• Gloves to protect the hands and prevent chemical exposure
• Sturdy, anti-slip boots to protect the feet and prevent accidents 
• Masks to avoid inhaling dangerous fumes

Specialty Tools 

Specialized tools are essential for many plumbing services. Hydro jets, drain snakes and auger machines, video inspection equipment, acoustic listening devices, and infrared thermography are all used to detect or solve problems in pipes or drains that are not visible to the naked eye. 

Hydro jets use highly pressurized water to blast through clogs and blockages in the sewer lines. Drain snakes and augers are also used to clear clogs and blockages in pipes. Video inspection equipment is used for getting an accurate picture of what’s happening inside drains and pipes. Acoustic listening devices are used to pinpoint the exact location of a leak, and infrared thermography is also used to detect problems in drainage systems, such as leaks or weak points in the piping. Using these specialized tools helps ensure that plumbing and drainage services are done efficiently and accurately with minimal disruption, saving homeowners time and money.

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