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When you think if the quintessential metal plumbing tool, this is it. The adjustable pipe wrench is an iconic symbol of plumbing repair.This tool provides tremendous leverage and grip. Once you tighten the wrench around the pipe by use of the knurled knob, it is designed to grip round objects (such as pipes) securely by digging its sharp serrated teeth into the pipe with increasing pressure as the wrench is turned. |
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The cup plunger is probably the most common special plumbing tool in the home. It has a rubber cup-like shape and wooden handle and is used to clear clogs in sinks, tubs and showers. Do not use this plunger for clearing toilet clogs, that requires a specially shaped plunger called a flange plunger |
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A water closet is a plumbing term for toilet, and a toilet auger, or “closet auger” as it’s also known, is a specialized plumbing tool used to clear clogs in toilets. You do not want to use a sink auger for water closet use or vice-versa. The toilet auger and sink auger are designed for very different purposes. |
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Of all the special tools you can have for plumbing repair in the home, the sink auger is one of the most valuable. This easy to to use tool is great for breaking up and clearing clogs in sinks and tubs.Don’t use this tool on toilets though. Toilets, also called water closets, use a special tool called a closet auger or toilet auger. |