Most homes around the globe are installed with at least more than one plumbing system. They include the kitchen sink, washer and dryer, toilet and bath system and the like. So, it is most likely that issues might come up and it is important to keep necessary tools handy in every home. Having the right set of tools can solve most problems in this case and makes the job so much easier. Let’s look at some of these tools. For major concerns, it is always better to call plumbing to get the issue fixed.

Some tools that come in handy in such cases comprise of pliers, wrenches, sleeve pullers, screwdrivers, hacksaw and plumber’s putty. Tongue and groove pliers are used to stabilizing and unscrewing channel locks. Pliers are basically used to grab, twist, tighten or hold something. They come in different sizes and are the first tool, a plumber reaches out to most of the time. Basin wrenches of different sizes are self-tightening wrenches and are basically used for tightening or loosening pipes, nuts and fittings. A variant of the basin wrench is the pipe wrench which is heavier and used for threading iron pipes. Adjustable wrenches are used for removing compression nuts and plumbing supply lines.

The compression sleeve puller comes in handy when you have copper or PVC pipes in your homes because these pipes have compression angle stops. To remove these stops, a sleeve puller is much needed. It is used to remove the nut and compression sleeve without causing hindrance to the pipe. A screwdriver set is always worthwhile to remove screws from different parts of the plumbing system. When there is a major concern in the system and when some parts need to be disassembled, a good hacksaw will be useful. It can be used to cut any object like nuts, bolts or screws which cannot be removed by other tools. While choosing a hacksaw make sure, it is of a size that is handy to you.

Putty is a sealant that is used to make water-tight seals where there is a leakage in pipes or other parts. Having a fire resistant cloth will also come in handy for cleaning surfaces. Another useful tool is an auger which is used to drain pipes and faucets and drain lines. When the plunger fails to clear the clog, an auger comes to the rescue. A metal file is used to smoothen out surfaces of pipes that have been cut. Other necessary tools include safety glasses, measuring tape, bucket, propane torch and putty knife. Having discussed all the necessary tools, one must remember that not all plumbing repair procedures can be a DIY activity. Your safety is more important than getting things fixed. When the problem is out of control like a major pipe leakage or severe toilet clogging, it is always best to consult and hire a proficient plumber. A trained and qualified technician will know the tools to be used and best of all, he will know how to fix the problem in less time.