Welcome To…The Plumbing Game!
Have you ever been curious about what kind of tools are hidden away in a handyman’s tool belt? In this blog post, take a look at the most common plumbing tools. To make it a little more interesting, imagine that the tools are contestants on a game show. Plumbers have to find their perfect match in their toolbox to get the job done each day. Let’s get started!
Contestant #1: Drain Snakes
Our first eligible bachelor in the line-up is the drain snake. The drain snake comes in a variety of sizes and the primary purpose of a drain snake is to unclog drains. Another name for the drain snake is the drain auger. Toilet augers are used for unclogging toilets whenever a normal plunger will not do the trick. Here is a list of a few different types of drain snakes:
- Toilet auger
- Top snake
- Medium drain machine
- Large drain machine
Top snakes are the type of drain snakes used for clearing clogs in shower drains, washer drains, and sink drains. A large machine drain snake may be necessary for heavy-duty clogs in the plumbing system, such as tree roots clogging up the pipes. These machines can reach up to 100 ft. Small drain snakes are usually manually operated, but the larger machines run on electricity or a motor.
Contestant #2: Wrenches
Every plumber needs a few wrenches in their toolbox. The pipe wrench is a professional plumber’s best friend. They are large and heavy wrenches with teeth on the end to firmly grip metal pipes. Plumbers have to deal with piping systems at almost every single job they complete, so a pipe wrench is a must-have in their toolbelts.
Basin wrenches are also included in a plumbers toolbox. Basin wrenches are used for fixing sink faucets. The long, thin end of one side of a basin wrench is designed to fit down inside hard-to-reach spots. Plumbers use faucet valve-seat wrenches to install new sink faucet valves. Adjustable wrenches come in various sizes and are a common tool used by plumbers.
Contestant #3: Safety Equipment
Safety equipment is perhaps the most important out of all the plumbing equipment that plumbers can choose from. Safety equipment protects the plumbing contractor from accidental bodily injury while on the job.
Working on plumbing systems can be dangerous. There is mold, waste, chemicals, and other contaminants to avoid. Plumbers also have to be careful about slipping and falling on water or hitting their heads on a construction site. Wearing the appropriate safety gear for each job is essential for protecting the plumber.
Safety equipment for a plumber includes non-slip shoes to prevent accidental falls, goggles to protect the eyes, gloves for the hands, and masks to prevent inhaling contaminants. Plumbers also wear overalls to protect their bodies and clothes. Some plumbers wear knee pads or support devices to prevent body aches and pains from getting down in hard-to-reach spots.
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