Most Useful Plumbing Tools
Every tradesman understands that tools are an essential part of the job, and having the right tools onboard at all times is important. The problem is we get carried away and cant let go, and to keep every tool we’ve got onboard just isn’t practical. You need to have a good selection of tools that you can rely on and get you through the day without any problems.
We all have our preferences and new tools come out all the time, but we’ve put together a few of our favourite handy plumbing tools we couldn’t go without.
Top 5 Handy Plumbing Tools
Superfire 2 Blowtorch Package
The Rothenberger Superfire 2 blowtorch is one of the most handy plumbing tools available, with its auto ignition and adjustable flame its the best blowtorch available on the market for its price range. Included in this Rothernberger package is a soldering mat, 15mm pipeslice, a bottle of map gas and a Rothernberger carry bag to store everything.
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Amazon – £94.99
Bacho Adjustable Wrench Tripple Pack.
The wrench is probably your most used tool, so its always good to get something of quality so you don’t end up rounding you nuts. There are loads for sale online for under £10 but these tools don’t last. The Bahco design has been establised for over 150 years and is tailored to the most demanding professionals, focussing their design highly on innovation, performance and ergonomics. Their latest adjustable wrench twin pack includes 3 wrenches made from high performance alloy steel.
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Amazon – £59.99
Hilmor Pipe Bender
The Hilmor GLM professional pipe bender will definitely come in handy, its made for copper and light grade stainless steel and suitable for the most common plumbing and heating tube sizes. The bender can be used hand-held or secured in a vice for increased stability during use.
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Amazon – £69.99
Autel Rechargeable Inspection Camera
There are loads of inspection cameras online and the price ranges from £40 – £300+ but its always good to get a respected brand if you want your tools to last. The Autel Maxivideo MV400 has a 5.5mm narrow probe camera that records in wide angle and display on a 3.5 inch LCD monitor, plus a built in rechargeable battery with up to 4 hours usage time. Its a user friendly durable and productive inspection camera.
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Amazon – £120.00
Knipex Cobra Water Pump Pliers
We love Knipex tools and these cobra style fast adjustment pliers are defiantly a favourite. They feature an easy to use push lock adjustment button which offers 25 lockable positions, plus the ergonomic handles provide a comfortable firm grip when working.
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Amazon – £20.55
Vito Tech LC – Professional Tool Bag
Vito Tech Pro Tool bags are one of the leading manufacturers for high-quality tool bags that everyone loves. They have designed a range of bags with all types of applications and spaces for all different trades. But as a plumber, we often carry the most tools with us and it has to be the Vito Tech XL or LC.
Amazon – £177
