From drain clogs in Englewood to plumbing repair in Denver, Garvin’s Sewer Service is your trusted partner for anything that clogs, leaks, or drips. And for those mavericks amongst our customer base inclined to tackle basic plumbing issues possibly classified as DIY, we’ve given you a head start by listing below some tools to keep on hand for basic plumbing issues.
Ball-Peen Hammer
Used for striking various other plumbing tools such as a chisel for dismantling the tiles, or to restore the basic shape of a simple metallic pipe. The head of a quality ball-peen hammer is resistant to chipping.
Screwdriver
Used to insert or remove a screw, either manually or electrically. The two most common types of screwdrivers are slotted screwdrivers (flat, broad top) and Phillips screwdrivers which are “spiked” at the top.
Adjustable Wrench
Colloquially known as a monkey wrench, an adjustable wrench has a movable jaw that allows it to fit or open a wide variety of bolt heads and nuts.
Channel-Type Pliers
Used to grip the smooth surface of a pipe that needs a tight grip while opening or fitting. Channel-type pliers have a movable handle which permits the jaws to be adjusted for maximum gripping strength. Also, the inward side of the jaws are saw-toothed to prevent slipping.
Needle-Nose Pliers
Aliases include snipe-nose plier, pointy-nose plier, long-nose plier, and pinch-nose plier. What they all have in common are very thin jaws for gripping small objects, i.e. a screw. Needle-nose pliers are also useful for reaching confined areas that other pliers can’t.
Ratchet Wrench Set
Used for tightening or loosening bolts and nuts. A ratchet wrench’s handle has a mechanism that lets you change sockets to work with different-sized bolts or nuts.
Flashlight
Likely the most recognizable product on this list. Super helpful for illuminating the cause of basic problems originating from the darker reaches of a pipe or drain.
Tips For Taking Care Of Your Plumbing Tools
Garvin’s Sewer Service brings more than 80 years of plumbing expertise to homes and businesses in Colorado. So we’re well qualified to say that plumbing repair in Denver goes a lot smoother when you take good care of your plumbing tools, including the ones listed above. For example:
- Clean tools after every use with a soft fabric cloth
- After you’ve cleaned off the dirt and dust, dip/spray the cloth with a rust prevention solution for a valuable layer of protection
- Another rust prevention method is to immediately dry any metal tools that get wet during a repair project
- Keep toolboxes and cabinets organized and make sure all tools are stored securely
Need A Plumber In Denver? Call Garvin’s Sewer Service
Some plumbing repairs can be remedied by handy homeowners using basic plumbing tools. Other more complex solutions are best left for Garvin’s Sewer Service and our professional plumbers serving Denver. Call us today all your plumbing needs and we’ll deliver a solution that’s fast, professional, and priced right.