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Different types of plumbing tools and their uses are as follows.
Propane Torch
Groove and Tongue Pliers
Hacksaw
Metal File
Basin Wrench
Pipe Wrench
Hand Auger
Adjustable Wrench
Tubing Cutter
Plunger
Closet Auger
Fire-Resistant Cloth

Propane Torch:
Propane Torch is used to fluster copper pipe and fittings. It can also be used for welding and brazing metal applications.

Groove and Tongue Pliers
Pliers are the plumbing tools used to grab, twist, hold, loosen, pull, and tighten something.
There are two sizes of pliers available in the market. 10-in size pliers is the most commonly used pliers used for home plumbing tasks.

Hacksaw
Hacksaw is used to cut hardware, bolts, screws, metal pipe, nuts, and plastic pipe. Make sure the blade Hacksaw is indelible for tough cuts.

Plunger
Plunger is known as the plumber’s best friend. The main use of plunger is to vacuum the clog. Tight the seal of your plunger and thrust the plunger against the toilet. Make sure that there is enough water in the toilet bowl. Sufficient water helps to submerge the plunger.
Run it under hot water. The plunger builds pressure, which helps to force the clog down the drain.


Metal File
Metal File is used to remove notches around the edges of the pipes. There are two types of metal file. One is the half-round that has flat surfaces, and other is rat-tail file which is tapered.

Basin Wrench:
Basin Wrench is used for loosening and tightening nuts that is used to hold sink taps in place. Basin Wrench is like long swiveling jaw that can easily reach into the deep space behind a sink. Plumber Hither Green’s plumbers have the careful planning ability and skills. Plumbers Hither Green’s plumbers have the skills to determine layout of venting systems.

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