12 July 2021 ~ Comments Off
Plumbing Tools A Homeowner Should Own
Plumbing issues arise often times with no warning. When the inevitable does eventually happen it’s important for homeowners, property owners and renters to have a few plumbing related tools on-hand. This does not necessarily mean you are able to fix any and all plumbing issues with these tools but it could prevent an issue from getting worse until a plumbing professional arrives and save you some money by handling minor problems on your own. Below we will discuss a few plumbing tools everyone should have in their homes.
Hopefully we’re not the first ones telling you this but, a plunger is crucial. This one is the most important tool to have at your disposal. In fact, anyone with a toilet needs to have a plunger on hand. Whether you’re in a home, an apartment, or a mobile home, if you have a toilet that flushes, you need a plunger.
Another very important tool is a wrench. An adjustable wrench does the trick for many jobs when it comes to plumbing. Often times, a simple adjustable wrench can handle jobs like adjusting fixtures, securing toilet seats, loosening or tightening pipe connectors, and more. If you can opt for a wrench set that can help you reach more places and handle more tasks.
A Caulk Gun and Caulk should be on hand. Caulk helps seal plumbing fixtures like sinks, toilets, baths, and showers to the floor and walls. It’s important to keep the caulk in your bathroom and kitchen fresh and sealed to avoid mildew and water damage. Keep matching caulk on hand to make repairs as necessary and you can even wrap the tip with duct tape to use at a later point.
Long-Nosed Pliers will come in handy for minor plumbing jobs as well. Great for in small or hard to reach areas, pliers are a helpful tool for picking out hair or adjusting fittings.
No home in America would be complete without it, Duct Tape. While duct tape is not a long term or waterproof solution, it can help when you’re in a pinch. Use it to plug up a leak before the plumber arrives to make repairs.
After reading this you’re probably saying to yourself that most of these, if not all are already in your home; which is great. If not, all of these tools can be found at just about any hardware store and are all fairly priced and accessible. If you have any plumbing issues you don’t feel comfortable tackling Harvey Baker Plumbing is ready to serve you! To learn more about us and our other services visit Harvey Baker Plumbing. Providing 24hour Residential and Commercial Plumbing in Central Florida. We serve Orange, Osceola, Seminole, West Volusia and East Lake County.
