Commonly Used Tools in Plumbing Installation
Names Uses Picture
1. Adjustable Adjustable spanners, also
Spanner known as adjustable
wrenches or crescent
wrenches, are used in
plumbing to tighten or loosen
nuts, bolts, and fittings.
2. Screwdrivers In plumbing, screwdrivers are
primarily used to tighten and
loosen screws that secure
various plumbing fixtures and
pipes, allowing plumbers to
assemble, disassemble, and
repair components like
faucets, toilets, and sink
assemblies by fastening or
removing screws holding
them in place; they often need
different types of screwdrivers
depending on the screw head
design.
3. Plungers A plunger is a tool used to
clear blockages in drains and
pipes. It uses suction and
pressure to move water and
clogs out of the pipe.
4. Plumb Bob Plumb Bob is the most
common tool in construction
and house drainage works.
Plumb-Bob is used to check
the vertical alignment of any
members or pipes.
5. Float Level Is a device that utilizes a
Gauge buoyant float to visually
indicate the water level in a
tank or pipe, typically used to
monitor the level of water in a
toilet cistern or a water heater,
allowing for easy identification
when the water level is
nearing full or low, and often
connected to a mechanism
that triggers a fill or drain
action based on the float’s
position.
6. Heat Gun Heat gun is primarily used to
bend and shape plastic pipes
by applying controlled heat to
soften the plastic, allowing for
easier manipulation and
forming into desired shapes;
this is particularly useful when
working with PVC pipes.
7. Pipe Binder Pipe benders are used in
plumbing to bend and shape
pipes into specific angles and
shapes. This allows pipes to
fit into desired layouts and
spaces.
8. Plumber’s Plumbers use blowtorches to
Torch solder copper pipes, braze
metal, and heat frozen pipes.
9. Pipe Locator Pipe locators are used to find
underground pipes and
cables, which can help
prevent accidents and ensure
safe and efficient repairs.
10. Pipe Is use to clean pipe before
Descaler cutting or water tapping or
drilling. Roller handles allow
smoother movement in use.
11. Backflow A backflow preventer tester is
Preventer used to assess the
Tester functionality of a backflow
prevention device, ensuring it
properly prevents
contaminated water from
flowing back into the clean
water supply by checking its
pressure levels and valve
operation, typically used in
situations where there could
be a cross-connection
between clean water and
potentially contaminated
sources like irrigation systems
or industrial processes; this
test is usually performed by a
certified plumber to maintain
the safety of drinking water.
12. Teflon Tape Teflon tape, also known as
PTFE tape, is used to seal
and lubricate threaded
connections. It’s commonly
used in plumbing, but can
also be used in other
applications.
13. Borescope A borescope, also known as a
plumbing scope or sewer
scope, is a tool used by
plumbers to inspect plumbing
systems for issues like leaks,
blockages, and cracks.
14. Fire- Used to protect surfaces from
Resistant heat during soldering.
Cloth
15. Pliers Pliers are a vital tool for
plumbers, used for gripping,
cutting, bending, and twisting
objects. They come in many
types and sizes, and can be
used to work on pipes, wires,
and other plumbing
components.
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17. Caulking
iron
18. Cast Iron
Pipes
19. Faucet Keys
20. Pliers
21. Asbestos
Pipes
22. Teflon Tape
23. Check Valve
24. Angle Valve
25. Gate Valve
