Tuesday, July 14, 2009

Basic tools for a DIY plumber.

These are 10 basic tools you will need to take care of some minor plumbing repairs.
1. Pliers - Regular pliers and Channellock are used to tighten loosen P-Trap nuts
2. Pipe Wrench - 10 and 12 inch are used to tighten and loosen threaded pipe
3. Hack Saw - Used to cut through metal and plastic pipe, screws, nuts and bolts
4. Basin Wrench - Used to tighten and loosen faucet nuts under sinks
5. Plunger - No explanation needed
6. Toilet Auger - Used when a plunger won't work
7. Torch - Used to sweat copper pipe and fittings. Mapp gas is better
8. Tubing Cutters - Used to cut copper pipe
9. Metal File - Used to remove burrs and smooth metal pipe after cutting
10.Hand Snake - Used to clear sink and tub drains

These are 10 basic tools that you might need, adding some basic power tools such as a cordless drill and reciprocating saw can make things even easier. If you need to purchase tools you can save up to 40% on Brand Name, Manufacturer - Guaranteed reconditioned tools by clicking the link at the right



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