Plumbing / Tools of the Trade
Tools of the Trade
Recommended tools for Plumbing professionals.
Wrenches
2 toolsAdjustable Pipe Wrench
Grip and turn threaded pipe and fittings. Choose a properly sized wrench and protect finished surfaces.
Basin Wrench
Reach faucet mounting nuts in the tight space behind a sink basin.
Drain Tools
2 toolsDrain Auger
Mechanically clear localized drain obstructions. Choose the cable and head for the fixture and line.
Drain Inspection Camera
Inspect drain interiors to locate obstructions or damage before choosing a repair.
Sewer & Drain Machines
4 toolsMilwaukee M12 Drain Snake
Cordless drum snake for fixture and sink lines. Milwaukee lists a 25-foot cable and applications for roughly 1-1/4 to 2-1/2 inch drain lines; confirm cable size and line fit for the job.
Milwaukee M12 FUEL High Speed Chain Snake
Cordless chain-style machine for 1-1/4 to 2 inch pipes. Match chain knockers and accessories to pipe material and diameter.
Milwaukee M18 FUEL Sewer Sectional Machine
Cable-drive sectional machine for sewer lateral lines. Milwaukee lists 2 to 8 inch lines and up to 200 feet of cable capacity; select compatible cable for the obstruction and line.
Milwaukee MX FUEL Sewer Drum Machine with POWERTREDZ
Trailer-free, battery-powered sewer drum machine with lift assist. Milwaukee lists 3 to 8 inch sewer laterals and 5/8 or 3/4 inch cable; check cable compatibility and transport requirements.
Tubing & Cutting
1 toolCopper Tubing Cutter
Make controlled, square cuts in copper tubing; deburr the cut before joining.
Joining Tools
2 toolsiCrimp PEX Crimp System
Browse iCrimp PEX crimp and cinch tools, including options for copper crimp rings and stainless-steel clamp rings. Confirm the fitting system, applicable standard, and tool range before choosing a kit.
PEX Expansion System
Join compatible PEX-A tubing with an expansion tool, rings, and fittings. Match components to the tubing system and follow the tool maker instructions for checking each connection.
Pipe Threaders
1 toolMilwaukee M18 FUEL Compact Pipe Threader Kit
Cordless threader kit with compact NPT die heads for 1/2 to 1-1/4 inch pipe. Use the correct dies, cutting oil, and pipe support for the material and thread standard.
Press Tools
2 toolsMilwaukee M18 FORCE LOGIC Press Tool
Cordless press tool platform for compatible press fitting systems. Jaws are sold separately; verify the tool, jaw, fitting, and pipe-material compatibility matrix before use.
Milwaukee M12 FORCE LOGIC Press Tool Kit
Compact press-tool kit supplied with 1/2 to 1 inch CTS-V copper jaws. Other materials and fitting systems require compatible jaws; verify the manufacturer compatibility matrix.
Powered Pipe Cutters
1 toolMilwaukee M12 Plastic Pipe Shear
Cordless shear for PVC, CPVC, PEX, ABS, and other listed plastics. Milwaukee rates it for up to 2 inch Schedule 80 PVC; confirm material and size limits before cutting.
Other Tools & Brands
4 toolsVevor Brand Plumbing Tools
Vevor provides a wide selection of tools at their website.
Ridgid Brand Tools
Ridgid tools provides a whole line of tools for every job and task.
Dewalt Power Tools
Tools by Dewalt to tackle most difficult jobs.
Milwaukee Brand Tools
Tools for the trades that most workers swear by.
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